Custom Aluminium Windows and Doors

Custom Aluminium Windows and Doors

Custom aluminium windows and doors are made to suit the specific dimensions, configuration, glazing and architectural requirements of an individual project.

Rather than forcing a building design around a limited range of standard sizes, custom manufacture allows the window and door package to be coordinated with the actual openings, architectural intent and performance requirements.

Custom options can include:

  • Project-specific widths and heights
  • Custom mullion and transom positions
  • Fixed and opening window combinations
  • Awning windows
  • Sliding windows
  • Fixed windows
  • Sashless windows
  • Sliding doors
  • Stacker doors
  • Bifold doors
  • Hinged doors
  • Double glazing
  • Thermally broken frames
  • Acoustic glazing
  • Powder-coated finishes
  • Flyscreens
  • Retractable screens
  • Security screens

For homeowners, builders, architects and developers, custom aluminium windows and doors provide much greater design flexibility than relying only on standard stock sizes.

EZ Windows supplies custom aluminium windows and doors for residential, commercial, architectural, renovation and replacement projects.

What Are Custom Aluminium Windows and Doors?

Custom aluminium windows and doors are manufactured to project-specific dimensions and configurations rather than being limited to predetermined standard sizes.

They can be produced around:

  • Architectural plans
  • Window schedules
  • Approved shop drawings
  • Existing building openings
  • Project-specific measurements

Customisation can involve much more than size.

The complete product can also be configured around:

  • Window type
  • Door type
  • Glass
  • Colour
  • Hardware
  • Screens
  • Opening direction
  • Performance requirements

Why Choose Custom Aluminium Windows?

Custom windows are particularly useful where the architecture or existing building does not suit standard window dimensions.

They can help achieve:

  • Better alignment with architectural openings
  • Cleaner façade proportions
  • Improved connection with internal layouts
  • Larger glazing areas
  • Specific ventilation requirements
  • Coordinated sightlines
  • Individual design outcomes

This is particularly important in architectural homes and renovations where window placement is part of the overall design.

Custom vs Standard Aluminium Windows

Standard windows are manufactured in predetermined sizes and configurations.

They can be suitable where:

  • Openings are designed around standard dimensions
  • Budget is a major priority
  • Architectural flexibility is less important

Custom windows are manufactured around the project.

They can be preferable where:

  • Openings vary in size
  • Architectural proportions are important
  • Existing openings are being retained
  • Large windows are required
  • Multiple window types need to align
  • Unusual configurations are proposed

The best choice depends on the project.

Made-to-Measure Aluminium Windows

Made-to-measure aluminium windows are manufactured according to approved dimensions.

These dimensions may come from:

  • Architectural documentation
  • Builder measurements
  • Site measurements
  • Approved shop drawings

Accuracy is critical.

A custom window cannot be expected to fit correctly if the final opening dimensions have not been confirmed.

The responsible party should therefore approve dimensions before manufacture.

Bespoke Aluminium Windows

The term bespoke aluminium windows generally refers to windows created specifically for an individual design.

This may include unusual:

  • Sizes
  • Proportions
  • Configurations
  • Mullion layouts
  • Glazing combinations
  • Colours

Bespoke does not mean every concept is automatically technically possible.

The design still needs to remain within the capabilities of the selected frame, glass and hardware systems.

Custom Aluminium Windows for Architects

Architects often use windows as a major part of the building composition.

Custom aluminium systems allow greater control over:

  • Window proportions
  • Mullion positions
  • Transom positions
  • Sightlines
  • Fixed and operable areas
  • Glazing
  • Powder-coated finishes
  • Integration with window shrouds
  • Alignment with façade elements

Early coordination can help protect architectural intent while ensuring the proposed system is practical to manufacture.

Custom Aluminium Windows for Builders

Custom windows can help builders match the window package to the actual construction documentation.

A clear quotation request should ideally include:

  • Plans
  • Window schedule
  • Window sizes
  • Door sizes
  • Opening types
  • Glass
  • Colour
  • Screens
  • Performance requirements

The more complete the information, the less reliance there is on assumptions during estimating.

Custom Aluminium Windows for Renovations

Renovations are one of the strongest applications for custom manufacture.

Older homes may have:

  • Non-standard openings
  • Previous alterations
  • Unusual brickwork
  • Existing timber windows
  • Existing steel windows
  • Different opening sizes throughout the property

Custom aluminium windows can be manufactured to suit these openings, subject to the actual site conditions and installation strategy.

Custom Aluminium Windows for New Homes

New homes provide even greater design freedom.

Architects and designers can develop openings around:

  • Views
  • Natural light
  • Ventilation
  • Furniture
  • External landscaping
  • Façade composition
  • Energy performance
  • Privacy

The window schedule can then be manufactured specifically around the design.

Custom Aluminium Windows for Luxury Homes

Premium residential projects often use large or unusual glazing as an architectural feature.

Custom options can include:

  • Oversized fixed windows
  • Floor-to-ceiling glazing
  • Large feature windows
  • Fixed and awning combinations
  • Large sliding doors
  • Wide stacker-door openings
  • Architectural shrouds
  • Custom powder-coated finishes

Large glazing requires early consideration of glass weight, transport and installation.

Custom Aluminium Windows for Commercial Projects

Commercial projects often rely heavily on custom manufacture because openings are designed around:

  • Façade grids
  • Structural bays
  • Architectural elevations
  • Internal planning
  • Performance requirements

Custom commercial windows may also need to coordinate with:

  • Energy requirements
  • Acoustic requirements
  • Wind pressures
  • Safety glazing
  • Access requirements
  • Shop drawings

Custom Aluminium Fixed Windows

Fixed windows provide substantial design flexibility.

They can be manufactured in:

  • Narrow vertical proportions
  • Wide horizontal proportions
  • Large feature panels
  • High-level configurations
  • Multi-panel combinations

Fixed windows can also be combined with opening sashes.

Custom Aluminium Awning Windows

Awning windows can be manufactured to suit project-specific openings within the limitations of the selected system.

They can be integrated into:

  • Large fixed-window combinations
  • Bedroom windows
  • Living-room windows
  • Commercial façades

Hardware capacity and sash size need to be considered carefully.

Custom Aluminium Sliding Windows

Sliding windows can be configured in different panel arrangements depending on the system.

Possible configurations may include:

  • Fixed and sliding combinations
  • Multiple sliding panels
  • Larger custom openings

The proposed configuration should suit both the architecture and the practical operation of the window.

Custom Aluminium Sashless Windows

Sashless windows can provide a highly contemporary appearance.

Custom sashless configurations may be useful for:

  • Architectural homes
  • Feature glazing
  • Modern renovations
  • Commercial spaces

Available sizes and configurations depend on the selected sashless system.

Custom Aluminium Sliding Doors

Sliding doors are one of the most popular custom aluminium products.

They can be designed around large openings connecting:

  • Living rooms
  • Kitchens
  • Alfresco areas
  • Decks
  • Balconies
  • Courtyards

Customisation can involve:

  • Door width
  • Door height
  • Panel configuration
  • Glass
  • Colour
  • Screens

Custom Aluminium Stacker Doors

Stacker doors can create wider openings by allowing multiple panels to stack behind one another.

They are particularly suitable for projects seeking strong indoor-outdoor connection.

Custom configurations must account for:

  • Panel width
  • Panel weight
  • Roller capacity
  • Glass
  • Track system
  • Available stacking space

Custom Aluminium Bifold Doors

Bifold doors can create large clear openings using multiple folding panels.

They can be custom designed around the required opening, subject to system capabilities.

Important considerations include:

  • Number of panels
  • Panel size
  • Glass weight
  • Hinges
  • Hardware
  • Threshold
  • Weather exposure

Custom Aluminium Hinged Doors

Hinged aluminium doors can be manufactured to suit residential and commercial openings.

Custom options can include:

  • Door dimensions
  • Glass
  • Hardware
  • Colour

The actual configuration depends on the selected door system.

Custom Window Mullions and Transoms

Mullions and transoms divide larger windows into smaller glazed areas.

Their location can influence:

  • Appearance
  • Views
  • Structural performance
  • Glass size
  • Opening configuration

Architects may position mullions deliberately to align with other building elements.

These positions should be clearly documented before manufacture.

Combination Aluminium Windows

Custom manufacture makes it possible to combine different window functions into one overall unit.

Examples can include:

  • Fixed + awning
  • Fixed + sliding
  • Multiple awning sashes
  • Fixed side lights
  • High-level opening sections

Combination windows can provide both views and ventilation.

Large Custom Aluminium Windows

Large windows are a major feature in contemporary architecture.

However, there is no universal maximum size.

Practical dimensions depend on:

  • Aluminium system
  • Glass thickness
  • Glass type
  • Wind pressure
  • Mullions
  • Installation
  • Transport
  • Site access

Very large glass panels can require specialised lifting equipment.

Floor-to-Ceiling Aluminium Windows

Floor-to-ceiling windows can create strong visual connections between indoor and outdoor spaces.

They can also increase:

  • Solar heat gain
  • Heat transfer
  • Glass weight
  • Privacy considerations

High-performance glass and appropriate shading may therefore become increasingly important.

Custom Corner Windows

Corner windows can create distinctive architectural effects.

Depending on the design and framing system, corners may involve:

  • Framed junctions
  • Structural posts
  • Special glass arrangements

The actual solution should be coordinated with the project documentation and structural requirements.

Custom Aluminium Windows With Double Glazing

Custom aluminium windows can incorporate double-glazed units where the selected frame system is designed for them.

Double glazing may be selected for:

  • Thermal performance
  • Internal comfort
  • Acoustic performance
  • Energy requirements

The complete frame-and-glass system should be assessed.

Custom Thermally Broken Aluminium Windows

Thermally broken systems can also be custom manufactured.

They are particularly relevant to:

  • Premium homes
  • High-performance homes
  • Architect-designed projects
  • Commercial buildings

The thermal break helps reduce conductive heat transfer through the aluminium frame.

Custom Acoustic Aluminium Windows

Custom windows can incorporate acoustic glazing where external noise is a concern.

Applications can include homes and buildings near:

  • Main roads
  • Rail corridors
  • Airports
  • Commercial precincts

The glass specification should suit the actual acoustic requirement.

Custom Glass Options

Depending on the project, custom windows may incorporate:

  • Clear glass
  • Toughened glass
  • Laminated glass
  • Double glazing
  • Low-E glass
  • Solar-control glass
  • Acoustic glass
  • Obscure glass

Glass should be selected according to the location and project requirements.

Custom Aluminium Window Colours

Powder-coated aluminium can be finished in a wide range of colours available within the selected coating system.

Colours can coordinate with:

  • Roofs
  • Cladding
  • Brickwork
  • Render
  • Window shrouds
  • Privacy screens
  • Garage doors
  • Architectural metalwork

Can Different Colours Be Used Inside and Outside?

Some window systems may allow different internal and external finish arrangements, while others may not.

The available options depend on the selected system and manufacturing method.

This should be confirmed before specification.

Custom Aluminium Windows With Window Shrouds

Custom windows can be coordinated with aluminium window shrouds to create a more integrated façade.

The relationship between the two products should be considered before manufacture.

Important factors include:

  • Window size
  • Shroud internal dimensions
  • Opening sash clearance
  • Fixing details
  • Architectural alignment

Proper coordination reduces the risk of interference between the window and shroud.

Custom Aluminium Windows With Privacy Screens

Privacy screens and battens can also be coordinated around custom windows.

They can help address:

  • Overlooking
  • Side boundaries
  • Upper-level windows
  • Balconies
  • Feature façades

The screen should be treated as a separate architectural element with appropriate fixing and design considerations.

Custom Flyscreens

Many custom windows can incorporate flyscreens.

Screen options depend on the window type and system.

Standard flyscreens are intended primarily for insect control.

They should not automatically be treated as:

  • Security products
  • Fall-prevention systems
  • Child-safety barriers

Custom Retractable Screens

Retractable screens can be useful for larger door openings where permanent screens are visually undesirable.

They can be considered for:

  • Sliding doors
  • Stacker doors
  • Bifold doors

The chosen screen system should suit the opening.

How to Measure Custom Aluminium Windows

Accurate measurement is essential.

Depending on the project, dimensions may be determined from:

  • Architectural drawings
  • Builder measurements
  • Existing openings
  • Site measurements
  • Approved shop drawings

The party responsible for dimensions should verify them before manufacture.

Shop Drawings for Custom Windows

Shop drawings can be particularly useful for complex custom window packages.

They can confirm:

  • Overall dimensions
  • Mullion positions
  • Transom positions
  • Opening types
  • Glass
  • Door configurations

Where shop drawings are supplied for approval, manufacture should proceed only after the required approval has been received.

Can EZ Windows Design My Custom Window?

EZ Windows can assist with product selection and manufacture within the agreed scope.

However, product supply should not automatically be interpreted as architectural, structural or façade engineering.

Where the project requires:

  • Structural design
  • Engineering
  • Energy assessment
  • Acoustic specification
  • Building certification

Those services should be provided by the appropriately appointed professional unless separately arranged.

Custom Window Engineering

Large or unusual windows may require engineering consideration.

Factors can include:

  • Wind pressure
  • Building height
  • Opening size
  • Mullion capacity
  • Glass
  • Fixings

The required engineering should be established according to the project.

Custom Windows and Energy Efficiency

Custom manufacture makes it possible to align the window package with the project’s energy strategy.

Options can include:

  • Double glazing
  • Thermally broken framing
  • Low-E glass
  • Solar-control glass
  • Fixed glazing
  • External shading

However, custom manufacture alone does not make a window energy efficient.

Custom Windows and Acoustic Performance

Custom glazing can also be selected around acoustic requirements.

This may include:

  • Laminated glass
  • Acoustic laminate
  • Different pane thicknesses
  • Double glazing

The complete window and surrounding building construction remain important.

Custom Windows and Weather Performance

Windows should be selected for the exposure conditions of the project.

Weather performance depends on:

  • Window system
  • Wind pressure
  • Drainage
  • Seals
  • Installation
  • Surrounding construction

No external window should be described as completely waterproof under every possible condition.

Custom Door Thresholds

Large custom doors require coordination with:

  • External paving
  • Decking
  • Balcony levels
  • Drainage
  • Waterproofing
  • Internal floor levels

Threshold requirements should be considered early rather than after the door has been manufactured.

Custom Aluminium Windows for Replacement

Custom manufacture can be particularly valuable for replacement projects because the existing building may contain openings that do not match modern standard sizes.

The new window can be designed around the actual opening, subject to the required installation clearances and construction conditions.

How Much Do Custom Aluminium Windows Cost?

Custom aluminium window prices depend on the actual specification.

Cost factors include:

  • Width
  • Height
  • Window type
  • Door type
  • Frame system
  • Glass
  • Double glazing
  • Thermal break
  • Hardware
  • Quantity
  • Powder coating
  • Screens
  • Installation

A project-specific quotation is the most accurate approach.

Are Custom Aluminium Windows More Expensive?

They can cost more than basic standard-size products because they are manufactured specifically for the project.

However, the price difference depends on the product.

For many construction projects, custom manufacture is a normal part of the aluminium window supply process rather than an unusual premium service.

How Long Do Custom Aluminium Windows Take?

Lead times vary according to:

  • Product system
  • Quantity
  • Glass
  • Hardware
  • Powder coating
  • Shop drawings
  • Approvals
  • Manufacturing workload

Current lead times should be confirmed before ordering.

Can Custom Aluminium Windows Be Ordered Online?

Project information can increasingly be submitted digitally for pricing and ordering.

EZ Windows is focused on making the quotation and ordering process easier through its online pathway.

Accurate information remains essential regardless of whether the order begins online or through a traditional project enquiry.

What Information Is Needed for a Custom Window Quote?

The most useful information includes:

  • Window dimensions
  • Door dimensions
  • Window types
  • Door types
  • Glass
  • Colour
  • Screens
  • Quantity
  • Project location
  • Required timeframe
  • Plans where available

Detailed architectural projects should include the relevant drawings and window schedule.

Supply-Only Custom Aluminium Windows

Custom windows can be supplied for installation by the builder or another appointed installer where agreed.

Installation responsibility should be clearly established.

Custom Window Supply and Installation

Where EZ Windows installation is included in the accepted scope, site conditions and construction readiness should be coordinated before installation.

Surrounding works outside the accepted scope should not be assumed to form part of the window installation.

Maintenance of Custom Aluminium Windows

Custom aluminium windows require similar maintenance to other aluminium systems.

This can include:

  • Cleaning frames
  • Cleaning glass
  • Clearing tracks
  • Keeping drainage paths clear
  • Maintaining hardware
  • Cleaning screens

The appropriate maintenance frequency depends on environmental exposure.

Custom Aluminium Window Warranty

EZ Windows is an AGWA member and generally provides a six-year product guarantee, subject to applicable written warranty terms, conditions and exclusions.

Where installation is completed by EZ Windows under an accepted installation scope, the installation warranty is generally one year, subject to the applicable terms.

Powder-coat warranties depend on the actual coating system selected and applied, supplier conditions, exposure, installation and maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Aluminium Windows and Doors

What are custom aluminium windows?

Custom aluminium windows are manufactured to project-specific dimensions and configurations rather than predetermined stock sizes.

Can aluminium windows be made to any size?

Not literally any size. Maximum and minimum dimensions depend on the framing system, glass, hardware and project conditions.

Are custom aluminium windows made to measure?

Yes. They can be manufactured to approved project or site dimensions.

Can I customise the window layout?

Yes. Mullions, transoms and opening configurations can often be customised within the selected system.

Can custom aluminium windows be double glazed?

Yes, where the selected frame system is designed for double glazing.

Can custom aluminium windows be thermally broken?

Yes. Suitable thermally broken systems can be custom manufactured.

Can custom windows include acoustic glass?

Yes. Acoustic glazing can be incorporated where required.

Can I choose the colour?

Yes. Aluminium windows can be powder coated in colours available within the selected coating system.

Can custom windows include flyscreens?

Yes, depending on the window configuration and selected system.

Can custom sliding doors be made for large openings?

Yes, subject to panel size, glass weight, frame capacity and hardware limitations.

Are custom windows suitable for renovations?

Yes. They are particularly useful for non-standard existing openings.

Are custom windows suitable for new homes?

Yes. They allow windows to be designed around the architecture rather than standard stock dimensions.

Are custom aluminium windows suitable for commercial buildings?

Yes. Many commercial window packages are manufactured specifically for the project.

Can custom windows be matched to architectural plans?

Yes. Plans and window schedules are commonly used during quoting and manufacture.

Do custom windows need shop drawings?

Not every project requires them, but shop drawings can be valuable for detailed or complex window packages.

Who approves the window dimensions?

The responsible project party should confirm and approve final dimensions before manufacture.

Can EZ Windows certify my window design?

Product supply does not automatically include architectural or engineering certification. Where certification is required, it should be provided by the appropriate appointed professional unless separately arranged.

Are custom aluminium windows expensive?

Pricing depends on size, configuration, glass, frame, hardware and quantity. A project quotation is required for meaningful pricing.

How long do custom windows take to manufacture?

Lead times vary according to system, glass, finish, quantity and current production conditions.

Can I get a quote for custom aluminium windows online?

Yes. Project information can be submitted digitally for quotation, particularly when accurate dimensions and specifications are available.

Request a Quote for Custom Aluminium Windows and Doors

If your project requires custom aluminium windows and doors, EZ Windows can quote based on your plans, window schedule or confirmed dimensions.

For the most accurate quotation, provide:

  • Architectural drawings where available
  • Window and door schedule
  • Window dimensions
  • Door dimensions
  • Required configurations
  • Glass requirements
  • Energy or acoustic requirements where applicable
  • Powder-coat colour
  • Screens
  • Project location
  • Required timeframe
  • Supply-only or installation requirements

Whether you are building a new home, renovating an existing property, developing a commercial project or replacing unusual existing windows, custom manufacture provides the flexibility to make the window package fit the project rather than forcing the project around the windows.

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