Brown Double Hung Windows Refresh 1980 Dunwoody Home

For this Dunwoody replacement project, the homeowners wanted to update the appearance of the home without dramatically changing its traditional architecture. Rather than replacing the original white windows with another light-colored option, the project focused on introducing a darker brown exterior finish that would create more contrast against the home’s brick façade while still feeling appropriate for the home’s original design. 

The finished result maintains the symmetry and character of the 1980 colonial-style exterior while giving the home a more refined and updated appearance from the street.

One of the biggest visual changes in the project came from the shift from white windows to brown-clad replacement windows. The new wood windows feature a brown EnduraClad® exterior finish paired with bright white painted pine interiors, creating a more defined appearance outside while maintaining a lighter interior aesthetic. 

Because the home features a highly symmetrical front elevation, maintaining consistent window sizing and grille patterns played an important role in the replacement process. The project incorporated traditional simulated divided light grilles in a 2-over-2 configuration across much of the home, helping preserve the original colonial-inspired appearance while updating the materials and finishes. 

The darker exterior finish also helps the windows stand out more intentionally against the varied brick tones and existing shutters, giving the façade stronger definition without making the home feel overly modernized.

Because the original home was built in 1980, improving energy efficiency was another major priority during the replacement process. The new double hung windows included Advanced Low-E insulating glass with argon gas between the panes throughout the home. 

For older homes, replacement windows can help reduce drafts and improve year-round comfort while maintaining the home’s original appearance. The insulated glass package selected for this project was designed to help manage heat transfer while still allowing natural light into the home. 

Several areas throughout the house also required non-standard replacement sizing, including windows in the foyer, living room, bedrooms and bathrooms. Matching those existing openings helped preserve the proportions and architectural consistency of the original exterior rather than altering the home’s established character.

In addition to the window replacement, the project also included a replacement double hinged patio door at the basement level. The new door features a brown-clad exterior, bright white painted pine interior and grille-free glass for a cleaner appearance. 

The patio door also incorporated a multipoint locking system and Advanced Low-E insulating glass with argon gas between the panes. Multipoint locks secure the door at multiple locations along the frame rather than at a single latch point, helping provide a tighter seal and more stable operation over time. 

Because the basement entrance sits below grade and connects directly to outdoor areas, durability and energy performance were especially important considerations for the replacement.

Although the overall architecture of the home remained unchanged, the darker replacement windows significantly altered how the property presents from the street. The updated brown exterior finish gives the façade more contrast and depth while still complementing the existing brick, shutters and landscaping. 

Rather than making the home feel completely redesigned, the replacement project focused on modernizing details within the home’s original architectural style. The result feels cleaner, more intentional and better aligned with the homeowners’ long-term vision for the property.