Are you looking to design the windows in your 3D house planning exactly to your specifications? In this video tutorial, we will show you how to individually customize predefined window constructions within the cadvilla software. Furthermore, you will learn step-by-step how to assign different materials for the interior and exterior, insert glazing bars, and set precise dimensions. As a result, you can optimally configure window sills and floor plan representations, enabling you to create tailor-made windows for your building project in no time.

1. Selection of a window construction

[00:50] Call up window construction

• First, select Building > Window > Window construction > Free positioning from the menu.
• Next, right-click in the 2D view and select Properties.

[01:09] Select window template

• In the dialog window, under the General tab, you can choose from a variety of templates (e.g., Simple window, window curved, triangled window, window 2 sash, or floor-to-ceiling).
• Double-click on the desired window template (in the video, for example, Standard).

2. Specify materials for window frame and glass

By default, there is one texture for the frame (white) and one for the glass. However, if you need different colors for the inside and outside, you simply create new materials.

[01:43] Create a new material

• Switch to the Materials tab.
• Click on New material. Consequently, the currently selected texture is copied. Click on the new entry to edit it.

[01:51] Name and adjust the material

• The Building materials dialog window opens.
• Assign a new designation under Name, long and Name, short (e.g., Pine-WHITE or Pine-DARK-GREY).

[02:12] Define 3D View and color

• Switch to the 3D View tab.
• To use a pure solid color, right-click on the Texture field and select Remove selection.
• Afterwards, click on the Color field and select the desired shade.
• If necessary, adjust values such as the Reflective proportion (Intensity) or Highlight size. Finally, confirm with OK.

3. Assign materials to the profiles

[04:25] Edit profiles

• Switch to the Profiles tab.
• Select the desired component under the Profile drop-down menu (e.g., Frame profile, Casement profile, or Muntins profile).
• Now, assign your previously created materials under Material, inner and Material, outer.
• Furthermore, you can also adjust the dimensions (e.g., Profile depth) of the respective profiles here.

4. Insert glazing bars (muntins)

[05:25] Open the bars editor

• Left-click in the preview window to select it.
• Then, right-click inside the window’s preview pane.
• Select Edit bars....

[05:44] Add a new bar

• Click on the plus symbol (New bar...).
• Choose between New bar, horizontal... or New bar, vertical....
• Set the position (e.g., 50%) and confirm with OK.
• Optional: In the same window, you can also change the dimensions of the bars under Standard profile values. Finally, confirm with OK.

5. Define opening dimensions and other settings

[06:11] Define opening dimensions

• Switch back to the General tab.
• Under Opening & dimensions, define the Width, Height, and Sill height of your window.

[06:36] Opening and stop

• In the Opening tab, you can set the stop width and the Depth of the window in the wall.

[06:58] Top view and parapet height

• In the Top view tab, you define the Display type for the floor plan (e.g., Standard or Wire frame).
• Additionally, you can show or hide the Parapet height text here.

[07:17] Sections, window sill, and additional components

• Under Sections and views, you define the Line type.
• In the Window sill tab, you make all settings for the Inner window sill and Outer window sill.
• Furthermore, in the Additional components area, you can add roller shutters, window surrounds, or fittings.

6. Use the 3D preview and apply settings

[07:50] View window in 3D

• In the General tab, click on the 3D button at the bottom right.
• Press and hold the left mouse button and move the mouse to view the window from all sides in the preview window.
• Click 3D again to close the preview.

[08:18] Apply settings

• Have you made all the settings? If so, click OK to apply the finished window to your planning.