Windows, doors, and the quiet details that shape a home. Architectural Digest editorial staff were not involved in the creation of this content. The windows and doors in a home define how it feels and functions, beyond just its façade. The right choice often depends on the home's age, layout, sun exposure, architectural style, and the way each room is used. In the Hudson Valley, where homes range from historic properties to new construction and rural retreats, the seemingly simple task of choosing windows and doors requires more consideration than one might expect. Homeowners, builders, and architects often look to experienced professionals when evaluating materials, performance needs, design preferences, and broader project goals. Since 1946, Williams Lumber & Home Centers has remained connected to the Hudson Valley's evolving residential landscape, from older homes being carefully updated to new spaces designed for modern living. As a family-owned company now spanning multiple generations, Williams Lumber & Home Centers has built its reputation on customer service, product expertise, and long-term relationships within the communities it serves. Those values have helped shape the company's partnership with Marvin, a family-owned manufacturer known for its focus on craftsmanship, innovation, and quality. A kitchen may benefit from added daylight and ventilation, while a living room may call for larger glass areas or scenic doors that connect indoor and outdoor spaces. Bedrooms, entryways, and older homes may have different priorities, including insulation, privacy, ease of operation, or historical compatibility. Through its partnership with Marvin, Williams Lumber & Home Centers offers customers access to a broad range of window and door solutions designed to meet these varied project requirements. Williams Lumber & Home Center's product lines include a range of options for traditional, contemporary, and performance-focused projects. The company carries Marvin windows and doors as one option for customers looking to compare product features in person. At Williams Lumber & Home Centers showrooms in Rhinebeck and Pleasant Valley, New York - which feature Marvin products - customers can open and close displays, compare interior and exterior finishes, look at hardware options, and better understand how different configurations may work in a finished space. The showrooms reflect the shared commitment of Williams and Marvin to helping customers make informed decisions through hands-on experiences and personalized guidance. The showrooms also give homeowners and professionals a chance to ask project-specific questions before making a selection. For example, a homeowner replacing a single window may be focused on matching existing trim and improving comfort, while someone planning a larger renovation may be thinking about daylight, sight lines, floor plan changes, and long-term energy use. Builders and architects may also use showroom displays to compare product details with clients and confirm that selections align with a project's design intent. Williams Lumber & Home Centers associates can help customers narrow options based on the home's architecture, budget, performance expectations, and installation needs. Because the Hudson Valley's homes are so varied, the right selection often depends on the specific property rather than a standard checklist. That consultative approach reflects a philosophy shared by both Williams Lumber & Home Centers and Marvin: understanding the goals of each project and helping customers find solutions that balance design, performance, and long-term value. Sustainability and efficiency are also part of the decision-making process for many homeowners. Marvin products include options such as wood interiors, fiberglass components, different glass configurations, and a variety of window and door styles. These choices allow homeowners to weigh appearance alongside practical considerations such as upkeep, seasonal comfort, and how a room is used throughout the day. For Williams Lumber & Home Centers, featuring products from partners such as Marvin supports the company's goal of providing homeowners and building professionals with solutions that can meet a variety of aesthetic and performance priorities. Ultimately, windows and doors influence more than curb appeal. They affect how light enters a room, how easily spaces can be ventilated, how indoor and outdoor areas connect, and how comfortable a home feels through changing seasons. For Williams Lumber & Home Centers, the role is to help customers understand the options available and how each choice may fit into a renovation, replacement, or new build. That guidance can help homeowners, builders, and architects make selections that reflect both the character of the property and the practical needs of the project. Through its long-standing presence in the Hudson Valley and its partnership with Marvin, Williams Lumber & Home Centers continues to connect customers with products, expertise, and personalized service designed to support projects of every size and style.

Marvin: meeting the moment in modern window design. Windows shape the character of a home. They frame the view, bring in natural light and influence everything from curb appeal to energy performance. As homeowners continue to embrace larger glass openings and contemporary design, Spahn & Rose helps customers find Marvin products that fit both the project and the vision behind it. At Dunn Lumber, Millwork Specialist Brian Frisby sees that demand firsthand. "Their reputation for high-quality products and innovation of new products while constantly updating their current products is what attracts our customer base," Brian says. That commitment to continuous improvement has helped Marvin remain a preferred choice for everything from custom homes to remodeling projects. Rather than standing still, the company continues to refine existing products while introducing new solutions that respond to evolving architectural trends and customer expectations. Meeting Today's Design Trends One of the biggest shifts Brian has noticed is the growing demand for modern design and expansive openings that maximize daylight and connect indoor and outdoor living spaces. "We are seeing new interest in modern design and larger sizes," Brian says. "Marvin has expanded sizes in all their lines, which is what the customer and architects are looking for." Those larger dimensions create opportunities for dramatic views and open, light-filled interiors without sacrificing performance. For builders and remodelers, having access to a broad range of sizes and configurations also makes it easier to deliver a custom look while staying within a trusted product family. That flexibility extends beyond standard offerings. When customers bring in plans with unique design challenges, Dunn Lumber relies on Marvin's architectural support team to help turn ideas into practical solutions. "We use Marvin's architectural services when we receive requests that are not your standard design," Brian says. "They can suggest different options that will both meet the customer's design needs while providing a quality, long-lasting product." Having that level of expertise behind the product gives builders and homeowners added confidence, especially on projects where performance, aesthetics and custom detailing all matter equally. Innovation That Keeps Moving Forward Marvin's history of innovation continues with the introduction of the Marvin Vivid(TM) Collection, a new family of windows and doors developed through collaboration with builders, architects and other industry professionals to meet growing demand for greater design flexibility. The collection features streamlined, contemporary profiles, dramatic maximum sizes and a carefully selected range of window and door styles designed for transitional and modern homes. Initial offerings include casement, awning and direct glaze windows, along with sliding, swinging and bi-fold doors, with additional products continuing to roll out. Performance remains at the forefront. Vivid pairs Marvin's proprietary Ultrex(R) fiberglass exterior with a newly developed fiberglass-reinforced composite interior material engineered specifically for the collection. The result is exceptional durability, clean sightlines, low maintenance and the strength needed for larger openings, while available dual- and triple-pane glass options help meet modern energy-efficiency expectations. Direct glaze units can reach up to 10 feet in width or height, creating expansive views that today's homeowners increasingly seek. The Vivid Collection reflects a broader philosophy that has defined Marvin for decades: listening to customers and using those insights to shape the next generation of products. A Trusted Partner for Every Project For Dunn Lumber and other Spahn & Rose locations, offering Marvin reinforces the company's commitment to providing premium building products across a wide range of project types. "Having Marvin in our product lineup proves to our customers that Dunn Lumber uses quality products that meet different categories of the window market," Brian says. Whether the project calls for a straightforward replacement window, a custom-designed home or a contemporary space filled with oversized glass, Marvin offers the combination of craftsmanship, innovation and expert support that helps builders and homeowners bring their vision to life. That's the kind of partnership that continues to deliver value long after installation is complete.