Black Windows Enhance Charlottesville Modern Farmhouse

Located about an hour Northwest of Richmond, Charlottesville has abundant outdoor activities and opportunities to enjoy nature. True to Virginia’s diverse climate, the city is known for its beautiful changing seasons. To help these homeowners make the most of the area’s beautiful surroundings, we worked with the local builders of a new construction home to enhance its modern farmhouse aesthetic with Pella® Reserve — Contemporary windows and doors.

Equipped with thin grilles, the farmhouse windows facing the backyard from the kitchen were designed to maximize natural light and blend well with the clean lines of the home. Minimal black frames are a staple of contemporary design and the cross grille pattern is common in farmhouse style windows. Combining contemporary and farmhouse design elements in each window and door adds visual appeal that furthers the modern farmhouse style of this home. The multi-slide patio doors and tall windows make the space feel larger and work well with the open-concept design. The door panels stack as they slide to the side, allowing for a wide opening. For an ultimate indoor/outdoor connection, multi-slide doors can also tuck away completely out of sight into a wall pocket. Large clerestory windows above the patio doors allow even more natural light to pour in and offer a stunning first impression when you first walk into the home. The sophisticated design of both the black windows and patio doors frames the outdoors and creates bold visual contrast.

To provide lasting quality in Virginia’s diverse climate, all of these wood windows and doors have exterior aluminum cladding. Our weather-resistant material is designed to endure hot summers and cold winters. With an average annual snowfall of 16 to 20 inches in Charlottesville, these windows are built to offer durability when faced with tough weather conditions. The exterior aluminum cladding is resistant to rot and corrosion to offer peace of mind for the homeowners. Wood windows and doors also provide maximum energy efficiency to keep the homeowners comfortable in their home all year long. 

The design of this home prioritized the need for natural light and airflow through the space. With floor-to-ceiling windows and doors, this gorgeous bathroom is a true oasis. The hinged patio door leading out to the balcony features three picture windows to the left to maximize the light in the room while still offering a functional transition to the outdoors. Staying true to the overall aesthetic of the home, the bathroom windows and doors also have thin grilles to maximize sightlines and provide sleek, contemporary style.

Throughout this home, our experts worked with the builder to bring the modern farmhouse design vision to life. With contemporary windows and doors, we were able to offer dependable, lasting beauty to the owners of this new home. Whether it’s enjoying a breeze on a warm Virginia summer day or staying warm in the winter, these windows and doors will keep the homeowners comfortable for years to come.