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A progressive leader with a forward thinking approach, Varun’s entrepreneurial spirit has played a pivotal role in the VOX’s success. Varun is a post-graduate from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and holds a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Processes and Automation from Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology. His instrumental propaganda has propelled VOX to reach new heights of excellence in interior design.

As the science and technology is upgrading, its dazzling rays are expanding in every spheres of industry. The construction industry is no different from that. It has also undergone a paradigm shift and elevated itself to a great height in the industrial scenario. The design and architecture of houses are upgrading day by day with modern engineering techniques and materials.  

The potential growth of the Indian building and construction industry took place in the late 90s and early 2000s, when the IT complexes were sprawling across the country, starting from Bangalore, followed by Hyderabad Mumbai, Delhi and Gurgaon. Real estate of India has proven its significance in the industry with remarkable resilience and potential growth. 

With the new age designs of the structures, each element of the houses is being modernized starting from doors and windows, walls, and home decor. In this contemporary world, the aesthetic beauty of the home is regarded as the key element for a living space to look strikingly attractive. The modern living spaces are the bold union of economic activity, cultural richness, and a burgeoning population, making them the epicenters of real estate growth.

The infusion of technology and sustainability has redefined the sharp edges of India's real estate. From smart homes that integrate cutting-edge technology to data-driven insights which is the driving factors influencing decision-making processes, the sector has been increasingly investing in technology.

As interior design sector is witnessing an astonishing progress, likewise, the Indian fenestration industry too has shown a remarkable growth with sophisticated professional touches and exotic materials.

India is thriving for sustainable development and energy-efficient solutions that have gained significant prominence in the window and façade industry. The report by Research and Markets depicts that, the Indian fenestration market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2021 to 2026, reaching a market size of $7.8 billion by the end of the forecast period.

Role of Windows & Doors in Elevating Aesthetic & Boosting Safety

In this dynamic sphere of India’s real estate market, technological advancements have significantly reshaped various facets of the industry by boosting efficiency and fundamentally reshaping the development, marketing, and management of properties. Windows and doors basically keep the surrounding very cool in a building, and they play a pivotal role in retaining functional and aesthetic traits.

The key roles for windows are to provide natural light, and maintain proper ventilation. Windows are visually alluring and acts like a common string between the unyielding concrete and tranquil nature, like how the house or the surrounding integrates into the outdoor space, so it's a connecting medium.

Nowadays, people are being inclined to energy efficient factors in order to preserve the non-renewable sources of energy. When we talk about windows, the utilization of specialized glass or, for example, a plastic system is predominantly seen. It provides the energy efficiency in the buildings, and thereby reducing your AC loads. We see a lot of green buildings and decertified buildings having these specialized glass and windows integrated. Certainly, you will also find the aesthetic appeal in these windows in which ribs like structures are there, like aluminum ribs or like the French window.

The privacy and security of our living space is entirely dependent a lot on doors and windows. People tend to pay attention on doors, but in India, we also pay a lot of attention on windows. If we minutely observe, we can notice that majorly we find grills or bars for protection. So, we can clearly claim that both from a privacy point and a security point, the windows play a significant role.

As far as doors are concerned, the first primary function of the door is to provide the access and security to the building or the room. They also provide privacy and sound insulation. Either you observe certain doors which have integrated rubber seals in their four corners, which is able to block both sound and air insulation from coming in. This kind of structure of doors is the fittest for modern home with AC. Besides having preventive and protective factors it also adds an aesthetic facet to the living space.

Most of the modern architects use doors which are above the 8 feet standard sizes instead of the doors which are up to 12 feet, 14 feet. End-to-end or oversized doors are also quite familiar in the market now which are characterized and customised by comfort, functionality, aesthetics, and energy performance.

The main entrance of the house plays the most crucial role in defining the house. But the doors of the interior rooms and the bathrooms, also contribute towards elevating the architectural style and the interior design of the building. So, doors should be carefully chosen to optimize the building's performance and user experience.

Customization of Doors & Windows

Home is not just a place of living, it is a heaven where we make a lot of memories, refresh our mind, and rejuvenate our soul. So, every home should be unique which carries a distinctive style to serve as the testament to a life well-lived and an extension of your personal lifestyle and values.

Doors and windows play a crucial role in adding a discreet style to our living spaces and take the whole set-up of your home to the next level. Design aesthetics, quality, durability, efficiency, and sustainability would be the main parameters of selection for a window or fenestration system.

The design of windows and doors varies from building to building. As for example, the design structure of hospital varies from school and residential complexes. For homes the doors serve as the entry point for its visitors and guests and in case of commercial buildings, it would be the entrance for the employees and customers.

So, in both the cases the doors are needed to be designed accordingly. Likewise, in case of windows, in some cases it serves as the entrance point for the light and air and maintains proper ventilation. In case of commercial spaces like showrooms, we observe windows are absent these days to recreate a specific form of lighting which will elevate the beauty of their showcased products.

From the security point of view, doors of residential buildings have high security lock system, whereas, in the case of commercial spaces, doors are locked and unlocked by finger prints. The popular trends that offer great looks with privacy and safety serve as the fittest option for doors and windows.

In today’s context people are very much aware about the privacy factor when it comes to their own living space. Glass designs can serve the best to maintain privacy. Blending with the innovative glass technologies, now-a-days glass designs are upgrading at a rapid pace. Now, by the grace of technology with the subtle press of a button, the same glass of the doors and windows can be transferred to transparent, or opaque.

Infusion of Technology in Fenestration Industry

Though previously, wood was the main primary material used for doors and windows, but recently, a lot of high-end designs using wide range of plastics and aluminium. One of the widely used technologies in fenestration is extrusion. Extrusion is a metal forming process in which metal or work piece is forced to flow through a die to reduce its cross section or convert it into desirable shapes.

The aluminium extrusion process enables the creation of complex profiles with varying cross-sectional shapes, allowing for enhanced functionality and design possibilities. In this process rubber and glass are used to block the dust and sunlight. Self-tinted glasses are incorporated in modern smart homes to enhance the overall look of the surrounding. There are built-in sensors these days on doors and windows which are motion-based. The advanced elements such as smart lock, vision control cameras are also becoming popular in this industry.

Cutting-edge technologies like 3D printing technologies are being used to create intricate and unique designs to suit the customer requirements better and evolving beyond their traditional roles. Sustainable materials are being introduced which lasts longer and offers a sophisticated look. Both minimalistic and sustainable design principles are practiced by an architect, who focuses on high-quality, durability, timeless designs, and withstand the test of time.

High-end Preferences of Gen Z

Generally the modern generation focuses mostly on sustainability, and their preference for modification and customization also aligns with the environmental responsibility and individuality. In the days to come, the penetration of customization and personalization will become more popular. Because this option will enable them to design their own living space according to their individual tastes. This will help the manufacturers evolve and make their products better. When the manufactures will know what their customers want, they can improve their products by incorporating more cutting-edge technologies and solutions in their products.

Future Outlook of Fenestration Industry

With rapid changes in technology and access to international brands, fenestration trends being introduced with a lot more up-gradation. A growing focus is observed for sustainability and green building solutions, which include high performance glass to reduce Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SGHC) and U-Factor, and double glazing to increase sound insulation.

The best fenestration solutions tend to work in harmony with the sustainable strategies. In the upcoming days, the whole fenestration industry will shift towards energy-efficient, eco-friendly, recyclable, durable, low on maintenance, and aesthetically pleasing products.

The growth of the facade & fenestration industry is going hand-in-hand with the growth of the real-estate sector in India. The smart buildings with energy efficient, environmentally friendly facade with fenestration solutions and technologies will be high in demand.

Owing to rapid urbanization, surge in commercial real estate and infrastructure, the rise of green buildings, and increasing exports of design and manufacturing services, the Indian fenestration industry is expected to touch a remarkable height in near future.