Trends in Commercial Storefront Doors & Windows
Your storefront is an essential part of any retail business or organization. It instantly sets the tone for customers’ expectations and helps draw in additional foot traffic from passersby. Here are some of the current trends that we are seeing in commercial storefront doors and windows:
One of the biggest trends is floor-to-ceiling glass storefronts. This visually stunning approach beautifully showcases products and draws customers’ eyes to the store. It also floods the store with natural light, enhancing the in-store shopping experience. Aluminum frames with thin, clean lines support the glass panels, creating a modern aesthetic. This look enhances the luxurious ambiance often found in many of South Florida’s upscale shopping venues.
A second trend is focusing on energy efficiency. Energy prices are at an all-time high and are not showing signs of declining, making energy-efficiency a key element of cost containment. Storefronts made of hurricane impact windows and doors are among the most energy-efficient available. The combination of aluminum frames with multi-pane insulated glass reduces the amount of heat penetrating into the building as well as the amount of air conditioning that leaks out. To provide even more energy savings, business owners are installing high-tech coatings on their hurricane impact storefronts. One of the most popular is a low-emissivity (low-e) coating. Glass enhanced with a low-e coating reduces the amount of UV and infrared light that can enter into a building without the need to tint the glass.
The third trend has been a focus on safety. From a climate perspective, we are currently experiencing more extreme climate events, like hurricanes. Hurricane impact storefronts offer the strongest possible protection against nature’s fury. This can help you save on insurance premiums. It can also help you return to business immediately after a storm rather than dealing with the costly downtime of damaged merchandise, damaged computer systems, and a water-logged debris-filled store that needs to be cleaned and repaired.
Along the same lines, hurricane impact storefronts improve your business’ everyday safety. Their glass is nearly impenetrable, making them less likely to be a target of a robbery. This increases the safety of your associates, customers, and merchandise.
CitiQuiet Windows and Doors is a leader in hurricane impact windows and doors in South Florida, serving both commercial and residential customers. We handle the entire process for you – from advising on the pros and cons of different brands, to measuring, permitting, installing, and aftercare. We are on top of the latest options in storefront designs and technology to provide you with the highest levels of quality and service to exceed your expectations. Call us to learn more about how we can help your business.
Since 2012, CitiQuiet Windows and Doors has been engineering and installing high-quality impact windows, doors, and shutters for residential and commercial buildings throughout Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties.
Based in Boca Raton, CitiQuiet Windows and Doors offers a turnkey service to clients including initial design, engineering, permitting, installation and finish work. From elegant French doors to hurricane impact-resistant windows and sliding glass doors, CitiQuiet Windows and Doors has your solution.