Bay and Bow Windows
Bay and bow windows do something a flat window can’t — they push the glass outward, pull more daylight into the room, and add usable floor space you can turn into a window seat, a reading nook, or a shelf for plants. For Calgary homeowners, they’re one of the most striking ways to open up a living room, kitchen, or dining area without altering the footprint of the house.
Window Craft designs, supplies, and installs custom bay and bow windows across Calgary and the surrounding communities. Because every projection window is built to the exact angle and opening of your wall, the fit, the sightlines, and the energy performance are all dialed in for your home — not pulled off a shelf.
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Benefits of Bay and Bow Windows
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Most window pages tell you what a bay window is. This one tells you why bay and bow windows work particularly well in Calgary homes.
A bay window is built from three sections — a large fixed pane in the centre flanked by two angled windows (usually set at 30° or 45°) that project out from the wall in a crisp, boxy shape. A bow window uses four, five, or six equal panels curved in a gentle arc, giving a softer, rounded silhouette. Both push the glass beyond the wall line, and that projection is where the benefits come from:
- More natural light from three directions. Because the side panels face out at an angle, a bay or bow window pulls in daylight across a wider arc than a flat window — a real advantage through Calgary’s long, low-sun winters.
- Added interior space. The outward projection creates a shelf or bench deep enough for a window seat, storage, or display. In a kitchen it becomes counter or herb-garden space; in a bedroom, a reading nook.
- Better ventilation. The operable side panels — casement or double-hung — can be opened to catch a cross-breeze from more than one direction. The more panels that open, the more airflow you get.
- Curb appeal and resale value. A projecting window breaks up a flat façade and reads as a premium feature to buyers. It’s one of the most visible upgrades you can make to the front of a Calgary home.
Wider, unobstructed views. The fixed centre pane is typically large and uninterrupted, framing your yard or street like a picture.
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Bay and Bow Windows Features
Windows Colors
Window Craft offers more than 10 colour options for bay and bow windows, including standard white, matte black, warm wood-look finishes, and a range of contemporary tones. Colour is applied through the full frame profile rather than painted on the surface, so it won’t peel, chip, or fade under Calgary’s intense UV exposure and freeze-thaw winters. You can match the interior to your trim and the exterior to your siding independently.
Frame and Construction
- Multi-chambered uPVC frame for thermal and structural performance
- Fusion-welded corners — no mechanical fasteners at the joints
- Continuous perimeter weatherstrip including sash corners
- Precision roller and track system for smooth, quiet operation
- Multi-point locking for a tight, secure sash closure
- Concealed internal drainage channels to protect the sill
- Full-overlap insect screen — removable from inside the home
- Meets Alberta Building Code egress requirements in select configurations
Glass Type
Double Glass
Triple Glass
Single Slider windows are available in both the Ultraslim and Classic series
Ultraslim Series
Classic Series
What Bay and Bow Windows Cost in Calgary
Bay and bow windows are custom, multi-panel assemblies, so they sit above standard windows on price. In Calgary, most bay and bow projects fall in the range of $2,500 to $5,000 per unit, supplied and installed, depending on the number of panels, the glass package, the frame series, and the structural work the opening requires.
Because Window Craft buys factory-direct, there’s no distributor markup built into that number. We provide a written quote after measuring in your home — not an estimate over the phone — so what you’re quoted is what you pay. We also offer financing options for larger projects, including full-home window replacements.
About Window Craft
Window Craft has been installing windows and doors for Calgary homeowners for over 10 years, with more than 15,000 residential installations completed across Calgary and the surrounding communities. We handle measurement, supply, and installation under one roof — no subcontractors and no scheduling gaps between trades — which matters even more on a bay or bow window, where the measuring, the structural support, and the fit all have to line up perfectly. Every installation is backed by a 25-year fully transferable, non-prorated warranty.
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Whether you’re replacing a single front bay window or upgrading every window in the house, Window Craft has a solution. Beyond bay and bow windows, we install casement, awning, single and double slider, picture, and specialty-shape windows — so we can pair your new projection window with matching styles throughout the home for a consistent look.
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Bay and Bow Windows Projects in Calgary
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FAQ
A bay window is made of three sections — a large fixed centre pane with two angled side windows — and projects out in a crisp, boxy shape. A bow window uses four to six equal panels set in a gentle curve, giving a softer, rounded look. Bays offer a bigger centre view and more interior shelf depth; bows give a wider, more elegant arc and more glass overall.
Yes. Because the glass projects beyond the wall, both styles create a shelf or bench inside the room. Homeowners use that space for a window seat, extra kitchen counter, storage, or a display area. The deeper the projection angle, the more interior space you gain.
Most bay and bow window projects in Calgary range from about $2,500 to $5,000 per unit, supplied and installed. The final price depends on the number of panels, the glass package (double or triple), the frame series, and any structural support the opening needs. Window Craft provides a written quote after an in-home measurement.
They can be very efficient when built correctly. Window Craft uses multi-chambered uPVC frames with fusion-welded corners and Low-E, argon-filled double or triple glazing. Because these windows have a large glass area and angled side panels exposed to wind, we pay particular attention to insulation and sealing at the head and seat boards to prevent drafts and heat loss.
Yes. The side panels are typically casement or double-hung units that open for ventilation, while the large centre pane is usually fixed for an unobstructed view. Choosing more operable panels gives you better cross-breeze airflow.
Often, yes. Because the assembly projects out from the wall and carries its own weight, it may need proper header support and reinforced seat and head boards. This is why an in-home assessment matters — our specialists confirm the opening can carry the window before installation, so it stays true and draft-free.
A straightforward replacement in an existing opening is typically completed in a day. Projects that require structural modifications, new headers, or exterior finishing can take longer. Your installer will give you a clear timeline as part of your written quote.
Every Window Craft bay and bow window installation is backed by a 25-year fully transferable, non-prorated warranty covering both the product and the workmanship.
A like-for-like replacement in the same opening usually does not require a permit, but enlarging the opening, changing the structure, or altering egress may. Window Craft can advise on permit requirements for your specific project during the in-home consultation.