As the Kentucky Derby season approaches within the next month, many Kentuckians are already picking out hats and outfits, and figuring out which horses to bid on. The Kentucky Derby is the leading American horse race and cultural festival held…
Bi-Fold Door Basics
Bi-fold doors open up design possibilities for spectacular views and unhindered access between the interior of a home or building and the beauty of the outdoors. These doors are a great choice when looking to maximize space and blend indoor…
Sliding Doors vs. Swinging Doors
Sliding doors vs. Swinging doors?🚪 When deciding between sliding doors or swinging doors, it is important to consider the style and functionality of your space along with the desired style, color and appearance, energy efficiency, safety and security, and privacy…
Sun’s School Case Studies
Sun builds windows and doors for a variety of buildings, but some of Sun’s biggest projects have come from buildings located on school properties, from high schools and colleges. The four projects discussed in this topic are located at the…
The Bates Building
Sun has worked on many historic projects. A local historic replacement project Sun built windows for was the Bates Building, located on East 2nd Street in Owensboro, Kentucky. The Bates Building is a part of the Downtown Owensboro Historical District,…
Gothic Inspired Styles
The Gothic style is a prevalent style in much of architecture. From the time this style originated in France during the Middle Ages, it’s approach became common throughout Europe. The Gothic style is said to have evolved from Romanesque architecture,…
What to Know About Window Grilles
Window grilles provide a decorative pattern on a window by dividing the larger sheet of glass into smaller panes. They are also referred to as grids, muntins, or mullions. Not only is it important to choose a window style that…
Sun’s Part in Sustainable Homes
GreenSpaces is a nonprofit organization in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With their mission of leading regional sustainability, GreenSpaces has created the “NextGen” home, a net-zero home. These houses are expected to produce at least as much energy as they use. The project…
Creating Convenient Doors with MultiDrive
Sun will be kicking off the new year with a new product available to customers starting on January 1st, 2020. With its automation, the product will allow users to conveniently walk in and out while carrying items, and easily open…
Germantown Mill Lofts
When driving through the Germantown neighborhood in Louisville, Kentucky, the major building most everyone notices is the Germantown Mill Lofts. This is due mainly for the big and beautiful windows are installed all around the building. These windows make the…