Building a Family-Friendly Farmhouse with Bold Black Windows

This new farmhouse-style home in Adel, Iowa, wasn’t just built to turn heads—it was built to feel like home. From the beginning, the vision was clear: create a space that blends clean, modern design with the durability and function needed for active family life. 

To bring that vision to life, the homeowners chose black-framed windows and doors that offered sharp contrast and crisp lines—perfect for the bright white exterior and warm wood accents found throughout the home. Every design choice was intentional, with family, fun and longevity in mind.

To achieve both style and performance, the homeowners selected Pella® Impervia® fiberglass windows. Known for their unmatched strength and durability, these windows are engineered to handle everything from summer heat to sub-zero cold without warping, rotting, or corroding. The black powder-coat finish resists fading and chipping, offering bold style with minimal upkeep. 

Inside, the sleek frames and large glass panels let in plenty of natural light while maintaining a slim, modern profile. Several units were upgraded with Easy-Slide Operator hardware, making them simple to open and close with just a fingertip. Altogether, these fiberglass windows support a clean, streamlined look, while delivering lasting peace of mind.

Throughout the home, black windows add architectural interest and modern contrast. On the exterior, they pop against white board-and-batten siding and painted brick, lending crisp definition to the home’s silhouette. Inside, the farmhouse windows frame views and fill each room with natural light, from the dining area to the home gym. 

Their consistent use ties the whole design together—proof that windows don’t just serve a function, they help shape the home’s entire aesthetic.

Whether it’s the clean lines of the front elevation or the light-filled spaces indoors, this home reflects thoughtful planning at every turn. The black entry door is both stylish and practical, creating a bold focal point that welcomes guests and brightens the foyer. 

Its sleek grille-free glass panels let in ample natural light while reinforcing the home’s clean, modern aesthetic. The color choice ties into the black window frames throughout the home, enhancing contrast and cohesion in true farmhouse entry door fashion. 

This wasn’t a design that settled for off-the-shelf. Every product selection—from the door’s minimalist lines to its low-maintenance finish—was made with long-term performance and everyday usability in mind.

Modern farmhouse designs continue to evolve, but this project shows how classic choices—like black windows, clean siding and natural wood accents—can be reimagined for today’s families. And thanks to fiberglass frames that resist warping, cracking and fading, this home’s windows are ready to stand the test of time. 

For homeowners who want equal parts style and substance, Pella Impervia offers both—and this new build is a prime example of what’s possible.