No matter how old your home is, there are many ways to make it look modern or contemporary. One of those is with new windows, however, you have to know the 2026 window trends before updating yours if you want to bring your home into this decade. Whether you decide to get new windows that are a trending style or color, new windows almost always improve a home’s curb appeal.
Black Matte is Still Trending
For about a decade now dark windows have been growing in popularity. Black matte especially still tops the 2026 window trends list. If you’re considering black (or dark frame) windows, you’ll want to decide if you want black only on the exterior or if you’ll want them on both the interior and exterior.
Narrow Frames
One of the bigger trends inspired by new construction is that of windows with narrow frames. Newer windows are made with stronger materials allowing for a narrower frame. Homeowners appreciate the more expansive view that smaller frames offer. In addition to narrow frames, homeowners rarely choose the older 8/8 or 6/6 window grid patterns. Instead, no grid, prairie style, and 2/2 styles are more common.
Casement Windows
Because casement windows are more energy efficient than many other window styles and they offer a clean look, they too are one of the 2026 window trends we see continuing from the past few years. They allow a lot of light in and have the unobstructed view that homeowners want. Add that to the fact that they give a home a clean, modern look, many homeowners choose this style replacement window.
High Energy Efficiency
When we ask clients why they’re replacing their windows, one common answer we hear is because they’re looking to improve their home’s energy efficiency. That often leads to homeowners choosing windows that offer more energy efficiency than the minimum required to meet the ENRGY STAR® requirements for Indianapolis replacement windows. The National Fenestration Rating Council also include air leakage in their ratings which can help you choose the more energy efficient window when comparing brands and lines.
Let Blair Windows & Doors Help You Choose Your New Windows
As a locally owned and operated Indianapolis window company, we can help you choose the right windows for your home’s style and budget – whether you want to follow the 2026 window trends or not. We offer many brands, styles and material replacement windows for every home from historic ones to modern. We also offer new construction windows for your new build or addition. Call us today at (317) 356-4666 or fill out our contact form and we’ll call you.
