It is difficult to know without knowing some kind of budget. The idea of bi-folds would definately modernise the space...do you mean all along the back of the terrace? Bi-folds on the kitchen window would be great and perhaps raise with a deck to be at stair level, a large bench from that kitchen window with stools for extra seating and ease of catering from the kitchen. If the budget allows it re-do the whole area so its like part of the house and not a porch add on. Search bi-fold in the search area and there are a few showing large terraces with bi-folds.

Hi Catherine, the glass panes in a louvre window overlap to ensure an effective seal against wind and water. We sell thousands of louvre windows each year and sealing of blades has never been an issue. However, you should always check that the manufacturer you go with and products you select comply with industry standard AS2047:2014. Products must comply to this Australian standard for wind and water penetration and are independently tested, before they can be certified compliant. All A&L products are certified compliant with this standard.

Bifold windows have been installed in our new kitchen servery opening to the outside pergola as shown in the first picture. The windows are from Trend Windows. The gap at bottom ranges from 4mm to 6mm. There is an obvious concern of weather and insect ingress through the gap. The renovation contractor has stated that Trend offer no sealing solution in this application and was intending to leave it unsealed. There is a channel in the frame under the window as shown in the second picture. The contractor states this is not suitable for a seal installed in the channel (such as from Dooorseals.com) because of the metal plates at the end of each window panel. That is, there would be a gap in the seal at the end of each panel. The contractor’s recommendation is to use a stick on brush type seal adhered to the outer side of the channel and also covering the end plates. Is my contractor right? Has anyone encountered this problem before and can recommend a product that would best suit the purpose. Many thanks.

The kitchen is generally the central point of any home. It can be a busy area, as well as a 'creative' space within the home. Our choice of aluminium windows have been designed to help you create a stylish and modern look. Catering for all types of projects from renovations to standard design homes to unique, high-end homes, our windows can be mixed and matched to create the perfect functional kitchen space. But the question is, which style would suit the functionality of your home? Option 1 -Fixed Windows Option 2 - Casement Windows Option 3 - Bi-fold Windows