User:Simons Mith/Windows

Clerestory windows
A window too high to see out of that lets light into a building

Bay windows


Bay window is a common term for all protruding window constructions, regardless of whether they run over one or multiple storeys. They are usually polygonal or square in plan but they can be curved, in which case they may be called bow windows.

Oriel windows


An oriel or oriel window is similar to a bay window, except that it doesn't reach the ground. That means it needs underside supports as well as its own roof cover. The styling of the roof and the supports may vary from simple to extremely elaborate.

Oriels can be supported in various ways (e.g. by 'corbels', 'consoles' or 'brackets'), but while there are technical differences between these support types, at Minecraft scales they are probably indistinguishable.

Picture window


A picture window is a large, plain window set in a wall. It provides an unimpeded view, as if it was framing a picture. Picture windows are too large to be openable.

French windows
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A few more to add, but for many window types the distinctions are moot in Minecraft because you can't model things on a fine enough scale to reflect the differences. (e.g. Sash window, louvred window...)