Window Styles
Bow Windows
A bow window is a close cousin of the bay window — instead of three angled panes, it uses four to six windows joined at gentler angles to form a smooth, curved projection from the home's exterior.
How bow windows work
Multiple windows (commonly four to six) are joined at shallow angles, creating a gently curved bow shape rather than the bay's sharper angles. Like bay windows, they project outward and typically require structural support.
Best for
Homeowners who want the bay window effect — added space and light — with a softer, more rounded architectural profile, often on more traditional or Victorian-influenced homes.
Pros
- Softer, more panoramic curve than a bay window
- More individual panes mean more flexible ventilation options
- Strong architectural statement piece
Tradeoffs to consider
- Typically the most expensive of the projecting window styles due to unit count and structural work
- Same structural and roofing considerations as bay windows, at greater scale
Frequently asked
Bow Windows questions.
Softer, more panoramic curve than a bay window
Typically the most expensive of the projecting window styles due to unit count and structural work
Homeowners who want the bay window effect — added space and light — with a softer, more rounded architectural profile, often on more traditional or Victorian-influenced homes.
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