A view without limits. A house in Szeroki Bór with panoramic glazing country: Poland

In the era of modern architecture, where space and light take on new meaning, bold and distinctive designs catch the eye. Among them are houses with monumental glazing that open living spaces to the outdoors. One example of the use of large-scale façade windows is a single-family house in Szeroki Bór, created with individuality and harmony with the surroundings in mind.

In this property, the vertical joinery was designed almost exclusively as floor-to-ceiling solutions. This resulted in large-format glazing that visually removes the boundary between the house and the terrace. The highlight is the nearly 12-meter-wide and 2.8-meter-high HST SKY lift-and-slide doors. Due to their size, they had to be delivered and assembled directly on-site.

Extensive glazing makes the interior come alive with the changing seasons. In summer, natural light flowing through the windows invigorates the space and enhances its colour palette. In winter, the large glass surfaces frame snowy landscapes, filling the interior with soothing tranquility and a touch of magic.

The house is also illuminated by FAKRO roof windows, which serve both practical and aesthetic purposes. They allow light to enter from above, creating a pleasant atmosphere throughout the day. Introducing light from different directions makes the space more dynamic and welcoming. Roof windows open the perspective towards the sky, allowing residents to enjoy views of clouds and starry nights, fostering relaxation and well-being.

The quality of this home is also defined by its details. All vertical windows use concealed window fittings. When closed, the hinges are completely hidden, further enhancing the windows’ aesthetic value. The low threshold of the terrace doors helps maximise the glazing area. Embedding the glazing unit directly into the threshold and frame profiles of the HST SKY lift-and-slide doors further intensifies this effect. All these solutions broaden the visual perspective and create a seamless transition from the living room to the terrace.

Building: single-family house
Location: Szeroki Bór
Architect: Polska Drewniana – Piotr Olszak
FAKRO products used: INNOVIEW façade windows

Vertical windows: MODERN 78
Wood type: OAK
Wood colour: COLOURLESS SHADE, MATT
Aluminium cladding colour: Antracite RAL 7016 FS
Structure types used:

• lift-and-slide doors, HST SKY 78 mm,
• terrace window