
They included art glass and other features, so they seemed more like a piece of art. Like a picture frame for your window, this style leaves more open glass area in the middle of the window, while offering a designer touch around the edges. Windows were large and sometimes took up entire walls. Prairie window grids have a thin grid around the perimeter of the sash with crosses at each corner. Themes were nature-inspired and straightforward, like a simple rendition of a leaf or branch. Exteriors were made with brick or stucco and usually included a large, central chimney. There was an intentional flow from inside to outside. Instead of creating a floor plan based on an exterior layout, Prairie homes were built from the inside out. The only place that was hidden was the kitchen. The main room included an open living and dining room space. The woodwork was kept simple and incorporated smooth wood bands so the wood grain could be admired. This style wanted natural elements to shine in their pure form. Windows served as art, and a lot of furniture was made in place. This concept of built-in art and furniture prevented new owners from adding non-essentials into the home. Featuring Pella’s exclusive energy-saving system, they’re the most energy-efficient product line offered by Pella.
PRAIRIE STYLE WINDOW GRIDS SERIES
However, most enhancements were subtly built into the structure and were not overly excessive or detailed. With style options like decorative Prairie style grilles and brown exteriors, Pella 350 Series vinyl windows and sliding patio doors offer a more premium look than typical vinyl products. Similar to the Arts and Crafts movement, Prairie-style homes incorporated a lot of hand-wrought woodwork and art glass. Cantilevered roofs were long, horizontal, and flat. Gutter downspouts and other vertical elements were hidden in Prairie-style homes.

Many surfaces were positioned in horizontal ways, which is in contrast to the Art Deco movement that had surfaces pointed upwards.

