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Does Your Home Have America's Most Inspiring View?

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ARA) - Whether they look out their windows at a beautiful natural landscape, a dramatic city skyline or a garden they planted with their children, many people are inspired by the view from their homes.

According to a national survey conducted by Andersen Corporation, Americans say the top five most inspiring views from their windows are: a beach and ocean; snow-capped mountains; a quiet neighborhood street lined with trees; expansive farmland; and children running through a sprinkler. When it comes to the battle of the sexes, men prefer the views of snow-capped mountains from their windows more than women (26 percent versus 20 percent), while women enjoy their view of quiet neighborhood streets more than their male counterparts (20 percent versus 14 percent).

Most Americans (61 percent) say their living room, family room or den has the most inspiring view, followed by their kitchen. Of those who say their bathroom has the most inspiring view, 70 percent are men.

When you build or remodel a home, to get the most out of the view, follow these simple guidelines when working with a builder or ...
... architect:

* Place windows to take advantage of the views and special features of the area. The connection between interior spaces, exterior views and direct sunlight can enormously enhance the experience of living in a home.

* Balance light and views with solid walls. While creating a bright atmosphere with natural light is important in a home, too many windows can leave homeowners feeling overexposed. To strike a good balance, place windows on two different walls in each room.

* Be consistent with a window pattern throughout a house. Because of the variety of window types and sizes, it is possible to create numerous window combinations. However, avoid mixing window patterns throughout the house. Work within a theme by using a number of similar patterns or a single primary window pattern in the main living space, and simpler, more standard configurations throughout the rest of the house.

Andersen is bringing these and other window design ideas to life in the Andersen inHOME, an innovative home built to demonstrate how rethinking the role of windows and doors can redefine the way we live in our homes. Located in Park City, Utah, the Andersen inHOME will be unveiled in January in conjunction with the 2004 Sundance Film Festival. A preview of the home and its design trends are available at www.anderseninhome.com and America Online Keyword: Andersen inHOME.

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