The Best Servery Windows

Aug 20, 2024 | Information

When you think of an Australian summer, you picture balmy evenings, the smell of sizzling barbecue, and family and friends gathered around to enjoy a meal. The line between indoor and outdoor living blurs as our homes naturally flow into our backyards, patios, and decks. At the heart of this seamless connection is the servery window—a stylish, functional solution that perfectly encapsulates the essence of Australian summer living.

Servery windows make it effortless to bring the outdoors in, allowing food, drinks, and conversation to flow naturally from kitchen to patio. If you’re planning a renovation or building a new home and want to make the most of your outdoor entertaining space, consider these different types of windows that are ideal for servery applications.

Embrace Australian Summer Living.

Types of Windows Perfect for Servery Designs

Sliding Window

For homeowners seeking a more minimalist design, sliding windows are a fantastic option. The smooth gliding motion makes them easy to operate, and they require less space than hinged options. This affordable style can easily be paired with a sliding screen and is available in single or double sliding.

 

Price Range: $
Screen Solution: Sliding or Retractable
Maximum Size: Sash up to 1200mm wide
Extras Available: Embedded handle

Stacking Window

Like the sliding window, stacking styles are minimalist and neat. The stacking window can achieve a wider opening by having two of the sashes slide back behind the third. A great option for creating a bigger impact on smaller-width windows. Available in single (3 sashes) or double (6 sashes) stacking, and only compatible with retractable screens.

 

Price Range: $$
Screen Solution: Retractable
Maximum Size: Sash up to 900mm wide
Extras Available: Embedded handle. Open at either end

Push-out Casement Window

Casement windows bring both style and practicality to your servery setup. Hinged on the sides, you can achieve a full and wide opening with a double push-out casement. Only compatible with a retractable screen that is fitted on the inside. Available in single or double push-out.

Price Range: $$$
Screen Solution: Retractable
Maximum Size: 1500 mm wide opening

Tilt & Slide Window

The tilt and slide window provides two opening modes: slide for servery use and maximum airflow and tilt for everyday ventilation. Perfectly suited for honey-comb blinds that fit onto the window bead.

 

Price Range: $$$
Screen Solution: Sliding or Retractable
Maximum Size: Sash up to 1200mm wide

Gas-Strut Awning Window

This stunning design offers a full-width opening, with the sash neatly hinged at the top for a clean, unobstructed appearance. Unlike other styles, this setup doesn’t encroach on the sides externally, maintaining a seamless look. The window is pushed out from the bottom, smoothly gliding open. However, to close it, you’ll need to push it shut from the outside, as the handle is positioned in a way that can be difficult to reach from inside.

Price Range: $$$$
Screen Solution: Retractable
Maximum Size: 1200 mm wide opening

Swing & Slide Window

Swing and Slide windows are a popular choice for servery designs, especially when you want an unobstructed view and wide opening. With sashes that fold back to the side, Swing & Slide windows offer the perfect solution for passing food and drinks from your kitchen to your outdoor dining area. Unlike Bi-Folds, Swing & Slide windows are not hinged together. Each sash moves individually, allowing customised openings depending on your desired use that day.

 

Price Range: $$$$
Screen Solution: Retractable
Maximum Size: Sash up to 700mm wide
*Only available in the Aluplast range

Incorporating servery windows into your home is about more than just functionality—it’s about creating a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle that’s so quintessentially Australian. It creates a standout feature that invites the outside in, and with the right choice of window, you can maximise airflow and optimise views.

By working with Solace Creations, you can ensure your servery windows are tailored to suit your home’s design and your lifestyle needs. From custom sizing to high-performance glazing, our expertise ensures that your servery windows look great and stand up to the demands of the Australian climate.

Ready to bring your summer dining dreams to life? Let’s design the perfect servery window solution for your home—where the best of indoor comfort meets the joy of outdoor living.

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