Large-format and bespoke glazing represents the upper end of the architectural window specification — projects where standard configurations are insufficient and the glazing itself becomes a defining element of the building’s design. This includes oversized fixed or operable panels, non-rectangular geometries, custom frame profiles, and complex multi-panel assemblies that require early engineering coordination between architect, builder and glazing supplier. Hunter Windows works with architects, facade consultants and builders to deliver large-format and bespoke glazing solutions from the AWS Elevate range, selecting and configuring systems to meet the structural, performance and aesthetic demands of each project.
Large-format and bespoke glazing is commonly specified across:
Large-format and bespoke applications introduce engineering and coordination requirements beyond standard window specification:
Architectural Series 466
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤24mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.14-0.57 |
| Uw Range | 4.2-7 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Architectural Series 467
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤24mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.14-0.57 |
| Uw Range | 4.2-7 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Architectural Series 468
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤24mm |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Architectural Series 668
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤24mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.2-0.57 |
| Uw Range | 4.1-7.9 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Commercial Series 456
Awning windows with optimized sashes:
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤20mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.27-0.61 |
| Uw Range | 4-6.8 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Commercial Series 665
High-performance awning windows:
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤24mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.14-0.57 |
| Uw Range | 4.2-7 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Specialty Series 532
| Maximum Frame Height* | 2100mm |
| Maximum Panel Width* | 1000mm |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤24mm |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Residential Series 516
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤20mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.21-0.66 |
| Uw Range | 3.4-6.6 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Residential Series 517
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤20mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.27-0.66 |
| Uw Range | 3.8-7.1 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Residential Series 755
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤20mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.224-0.572 |
| Uw Range | 2.32-3.22 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Residential Series 756
| Maximum Frame Height* | 3000mm |
| Maximum Panel Width* | 2000mm |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤20mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.21-0.48 |
| Uw Range | 3.5-4.3 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Designer Series 616
Vantage® MAGNUM™ Awning and Casement Windows
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤24mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.14-0.65 |
| Uw Range | 4.1-6.9 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Designer ThermalHEART™ Series 726
Vantage® ThermalHEART™ Awning and Casement Windows:
| Maximum Frame Height* | Various |
| Maximum Panel Width* | Various |
| Maximum Glass Thickness | ≤32mm |
| SHGC Range | 0.18-0.47 |
| Uw Range | 2.6-6 |
*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.
Large-format glazing has a proportionally greater influence on building energy performance than standard window systems. Glazing specification and system selection should be informed by whole-of-facade energy modelling rather than individual window U-value alone.
Key energy performance factors for specification:
For detailed energy performance data and climate zone guidance, see our WERS & Energy Performance and Thermally Broken Frames resource pages.
Large-format and bespoke glazing integrates across facade, sector and specification decisions:
Large-format glazing involves panel dimensions, glass thicknesses or structural requirements that exceed standard window system parameters. This typically requires engineering assessment of frame sizing, fixing details and glass specification, and early coordination between the architect, builder and glazing supplier to ensure the system can be fabricated and installed to meet the project’s performance and programme requirements.
Several systems from the AWS Elevate range can be configured for large-format applications, including fixed glazing, architectural awning and casement systems, and sliding systems with higher maximum panel dimensions. System suitability depends on the specific panel dimensions, structural conditions and performance requirements of the project.
Large glass panels typically require laminated or toughened safety glass to manage deflection, thermal stress and safety requirements. Glass thickness and interlayer specification should be confirmed by a glazing engineer for panels outside standard size ranges. Double glazing, low-e coatings and acoustic glass options are available within safety glass configurations.
Early engagement is strongly recommended — ideally at concept or design development stage. Bespoke and large-format systems have longer fabrication lead times than standard products, and early coordination allows glazing system requirements to inform structural, facade and programme decisions rather than responding to them.
Yes. Our team can advise on glazing options to support NCC energy compliance and thermal modelling requirements for large glazed areas. For complex projects, we recommend early engagement with the project’s energy assessor to ensure glazing specification is coordinated with the whole-of-facade energy model. Upload drawings or contact us to discuss your project.
For system selection, performance queries or to submit drawings for review, our team is available to assist.
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