I also have a window like that in our shower - it may, but doesn't normally get wet from the shower. I have put in a thin venetian blind in white (made from plastic) very cheap, under $5. I am in process of making an puffy austrian blind to hang above the window, for a bit of colour I am making it from a shower curtain). It will be there for looks, I may never pull it down. The venetian gives privacy and blocks the light a certain amount.

Running cladding in opposite directions gives a contemporary look. Many examples I've seen seem to vary the profile width each. ie. narrow verticals juxtaposed with broader horizontals. You could clad base in a recycled plastic timber-look product or composite timber cladding. (Colour stable and no maintenance). Stone could look fab too. Painting it the Farrier would definitely be simplest. You could do a contrast with the verandah floor and its edge.

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There are other things to consider than just cost. There may be council height restrictions, setback requirements from boundaries, and limitations on windows overlooking the neighbours. Large two metre wide cantilevered overhangs are structurally difficult and expensive to build. Don't forget the aesthetics - nobody wants to live in an ugly, out of proportioned house. Don't measure the value of a house by the size, number of square metres and number of living rooms, as there is much more to a well designed home, such as light, flow, functionality, how it performs in winter and summer, and how it fits into the neighbourhood. Best of luck with your research, Dr Retro of Dr Retro House Calls/Dr Retro Virtual Visits