WINDOWS Magazine Summer 2017 | Page 35

CASE STUDY | WINDOWS BEFORE AFTER This system is ideal for situations where the opening has been previously occupied by a standard sliding door. The second concern was whether replacing the brick wall with bifold doors would expose the home interior to unwanted pests in summer months. With the help of their Carinya dealer and their local builder, they identified the perfect addition – a Centor S1E screen. The retractable screen disappears completely into the door frame when not in use, and serves multiple functions. It screens out insects, creates privacy when needed, and can even be used as a movie projection screen at night. “The combination of the bifold doors and the Centor screen has given us exactly what we needed,” says Tamara. Replacing both the old sliding door and the brick wall with bifold doors has dramatically increased the usable living areas, with the added bonus of bringing more daylight to the existing internal spaces and making the area feel larger. “It’s given us so much more space, given us plenty of space to entertain, and it’s definitely increased the value of our home.” With the addition of a new pergola roof, featuring opaque panelling, a new dining setting and modernised travertine pavers, the transformation of the outdoor living area was complete. “This renovation has changed the way we use our home and has truly helped us make the most of our space,” says Tamara. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Fabricator Enviro Windows and Glass Pty Ltd Products Carinya Select Bottom Rolling Bifold Door Centor S1E Screen Builder East Rock Projects Photography Alspec WINDOWS MAGAZINE 33