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We are still in the approval phase of this project  and stalled out even more because of the snowstorm canceling public meetings. I'll need to actually answer this question soon and pick the right windows. Strux has already informed me we'll need to do a steel portal around the windows because of no panel bracing. We might end up with a storefront system, if we can shoehorn it through energy approval.

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When you say "other than Pella", etc., have you (or anyone else) used the Pella Commercial line?  Looks narrow-ish, and it looks like glass walls with awning vents along the bottom is possible.

The commercial storefront on residential brings along some issues, the largest being warranty issues.  Kawneer will not warranty their system if used in residential apps.   Security is pretty non-existent, too.  Something factory glazed is better.

Other than Pella, Anderson, Jeldwen, etc - who do you use for higher end projects - or what has a really slim frame profile?

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M_Sora makes high performance windows with low profile frames. They even have a line where the glass entirely overlaps the sash frame, like in most cars: http://www.m-sora.si/en/windows/details/vizija-xl. (You can hide the unit frame with trim or siding.)

Are you familiar with Kolbe windows? They have a new line called Vistalux. I think they are close to what you are looking for.

Sure, steel looks great - nothing has a thinner profile... Or a higher price.  As in crazy high.  What is your window budget?  Steel will help you destroy it.   I love steel, but you'll need to have a uniquely spendy client.  Do you?  Plus, if as you say, wood is more appropriate, then steel isn't a great suggestion.

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Milgard makes a thermally broken aluminum window that's pretty good. You can gang them together for a minimal, modern look.

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From the bit of research I did last night - I won't be able to hit my energy req'mts w/steel or aluminum - unless using a commercial thermally broken profile - or unless something else comes up.

I usually use Fleetwood for custom residential projects. I am not sure if they offer the wood-clad option on the interior. fleetwoodusa.net/

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I'm working on a residential project. I'm searching for a window with a very slim frame - so I can get as much glass as possible. The owners would be OK w/a commercial storefront window, but something with a wood frame (at least interior) would be more appropriate for this home. I'd like to get some operable panels in it too, so probably stacking a couple of units, but still want a slim frame.

I'm not a fan of Pella, lots of problems, especially on larger operable units. Marvin's are very solid. Arcadia makes nice aluminum doors but they are pricey and the thermal performance is poor, I just had interior ice condensation on the frames in the last cold snap.

i'll +1 the milgards and loewen. they've done fine for us. my experience with pella/marvin is a bit the opposite of miles, but i'm in a different climate with different issues.

best wood windows i've ever used were duratherm - they're not cheap. more than commercial storefront in the end. but oh my...