Aluminum Clad Pivot Door

The architectural intent for this large pivot door and adjoining sidelites, is to capture the unparalleled views of the Colorado mountainside. Floor to ceiling windows on each side of the door will allow for a flood of natural light. Overall dimensions of this entry door with sidelites will exceed 20 ft. wide by 11 ft. tall. Specifications include brushed champagne anodized aluminum exterior finish, stained rift white oak interior, and magnetic locking entry system. This unique locking mechanism is fully concealed and is both tamper proof and weatherproof. With 1200 lbs. of holding force and latches at head and sill, the lock also keeps the door properly aligned and prevents warping. For more information on Grabill custom doors , please visit our website.

Custom contemporary windows in aspen, colorado

 

Grabill Windows is proud to partner with Rowland & Broughton Architects and John Olson Builders on a contemporary single family residence outside of Aspen, Colorado.

 

 

Rowland & Broughton Architects is an award winning architectural firm that promotes sustainable and modern designs.  Rowland & Broughton Architects have offices in Aspen and Denver Colorado.To learn more, please visit their website:  http://www.rowlandbroughton.com

John Olson Builders is a premier general contractor of custom residential and commercial projects in the Aspen area since 1985.  John’s philosophy is to build honesty and quality into each project.  Please visit their website to see more projects from John Olson Builders:  http://www.johnolsonbuilder.com

 

Grabill Windows and Doors are supplying aluminum clad contemporary direct set windows for this project.  The client has requested champagne anodized exterior with a rift sawn white oak interior.  Our narrow site lines compliment the design and maximize the incredible mountain views from this stunning site.

 

 

This project has 22 lift and slide door systems, designed to invite the exterior environment into the home.  Some of these systems provide over 10’ of clear opening, others have panels that are over 6’8” wide and exceed heights of 9’. 

Entrance into the home is through 2 pivot doors, each one being over 6’ wide and greater than 10’6” in height.

 

Project completion is scheduled for summer 2012.  Stay tuned to Grabill Window blog for updates!

iN PROGRESS: CONTEMPORARY aLUMINUM CLAD dOORS

Grabill craftsmen are in progress of constructing 20 lift and slide doors for a current project in The Centennial State.  These doors consist of various configurations ranging from doubles to quads, with multiple operable panels.  This specific project is constructed of rift white oak and will have an aluminum clad exterior finish when complete.  All Grabill products are completely custom for each job,  no two projects are exactly alike.  Grabill also can create pocket lift and slide doors to maximize valuable floor space.  For more information on Grabill products, please visit our website.

Commercial window wall

This commercial building is nestled below Mt. Sopris in the Roaring Fork Valley.  Grabill provided  20 direct set windows paired with 2 sets of double doors.  FSC certified vertical grain douglas fir and high performance glass was used to produce these adjoining window walls.  A combination of common mullion units and site built methods allowed us to achieve a monolithic appearance with minimal site lines.  For more information on Grabill products please visit our website.

Kalamein custom Bronze doors

Grabill products will be ready to greet the arrivals at the luxury hotel these doors will soon adorn.  The doors are complete with custom hardware that not only makes a statement, but compliments the grand architecture of this building. The craftsmen at Grabill created 2 pairs of simulated divided lite entry doors with Grabill fabricated custom muntin bar details. Standing at 102” high, these doors are constructed of FSC certified mahogany fully wrapped in premium bronze and finished with a hand-rubbed medium patina.  For more information on Grabill premium doors and windows, please visit our website.

IN PROGRESS: SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN RESIDENCE

Grabill is in the process of completing a copper clad door project in Michigan.  The triple full lite doors are constructed of a primed eucalyptus interior with a copper wrapped clad exterior.  The bronze is currently unfinished, but upon completion will be custom black.



The triple doors are operational on each end  - and contain a bronze metal threshold.  These door units will be highly energy efficient with Low-e and argon filled glass.  For more information on Grabill clad products, please click on  Aluminum Clad Doors or visit our website at http://www.grabillwindow.com/. 

In Progress: Contemporary Lake Michigan Home

Currently in progress is a contemporary Lake Michigan home north of Chicago.
Project Specifications:

• Contemporary direct set and outswing casement windows.
• In-swing exterior doors with out-swing screen doors.
• Rift sawn white oak interior with aluminum clad exterior.
• NFRC Certified Units

               
To view more contemporary aluminum clad projects, please visit our website.

In Progress: Aluminum Clad Mountain Home

Currently in progress is an exquisite northern Colorado home nestled in the beautiful Rockies.  Grabill worked with Craftsmen in Wood (Phoenix, AZ) to bring the homeowner a one of a kind product.

Job Specifications:

• Operable in-swing, out-swing, European tilt-turn and fixed windows.
• Traditionally hinged exterior doors.
• Knotty alder interior with aluminum clad exterior. Interior finishing and distressing done by Craftsmen in Wood of Phoenix, AZ.
• Exterior aluminum clad, dark bronze anodized.
• Aluminum extruded screen frame with black fiberglass Gore screen cloth.
• NFRC Certified Units

In Progress: Contemporary, Lake Michigan Residence

Grabill is in the final installation stages of a contemporary window and door project on the coast of Lake Michigan. In order to complete the installation to the highest standards, Grabill has made multiple site visits in recent weeks.  Windows and doors in this Lake Michigan residence are hand-crafted with an aluminum clad exterior, and Sapele interior.  Sapele is an African Mahogany wood, commonly used to make fine furniture. The beautiful and unique grain will make each product one of a kind.  Wood grain type can be specified when choosing the Sapele wood.
This product incorporates innovative corner glazed units and oversized glass.  This allows for large expanse views of the lake-shore. 

                                        

Architect: Lucid Architects

Contractor: Zahn Builders

In Progress: Avalanche Impact Window Project

     

        Grabill is currently working on the final phases of a luxury home in the Rocky Mountain Region.  This project includes both operable and fixed Avalanche Impact Windows consisting of bronze clad exteriors with walnut interiors .  These windows and doors are as strong as the structure and can withstand the extreme conditions found in the mountain regions.

 
       Avalanche Impact Windows are built to pressure and impact standards higher than the most stringent hurricane codes.  Through reinforced sash and impact rated window and door hardware, we are able to ensure that the glass is held tight in the unit.  Where units come together, Grabill has designed a unique system of integrating and concealing structural steel that maintains clean lines and the architectural beauty.

Architect: Charles Cunniffe Architects

Contractor: Lambert Construction

Arched Lift and Slide Doors

 This current work in progress is heading to Norwalk, Connecticut.  The private residence will soon receive 5 sets of triple lift and slide doors.  These doors consist of painted aluminum exteriors with eucalyptus interiors.  The measurements are 108" x 105" with 2 fixed outside panels and an operable center unit.  Upon delivery the doors will be installed in arched openings to showcase their unique appearance.