Does anyone else get weirdly annoyed when people put super modern windows on like, a cute old cottage or a Victorian house? It just feels off somehow, like mismatched socks or something. Or am I just being picky here?
"It just feels off somehow, like mismatched socks or something."
Haha, mismatched socks is exactly it. I've installed windows for years, and honestly, I once had a client who insisted on sleek, minimalist windows for their cozy Tudor-style cottage. The contrast was... interesting. It wasn't awful, but it definitely felt like someone wearing sneakers with a tuxedo—technically functional, but aesthetically questionable. Still, I guess tastes evolve, and sometimes these odd combos grow on you after a while.
I get what you're saying about mismatched styles, but sometimes contrast can actually highlight the charm of a home. A client of mine once chose modern black-framed windows for their rustic farmhouse, and at first, I was skeptical too. But step-by-step, as we installed each window, the bold contrast started to feel intentional and fresh. Maybe it's less about matching perfectly and more about finding a balance that feels deliberate?
"Still, I guess tastes evolve, and sometimes these odd combos grow on you after a while."
Exactly... sometimes the unexpected combos end up being the most memorable.