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Window on curved wall

Polar Bear
Booster

Hello,

 

I placed this window on a curved wall but would need the frame to be perpendicular to the wall surface, like the hole on the same wall.   I wish the same for doors and windows.

 

Is it possible?

 

Thanks

Kr


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Barry Kelly
Moderator

Surely the frame needs to be perpendicular to the glass/door leaf as you have it now.

Otherwise you will need curved glass/door leafs.

 

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What I think you mean is the side of the frame needs to be built out to allow for the wall hole to be perpendicular to the wall.

I don't think this is something that can be done with the windows though.

You would have to add a curved empty opening and model some packers to the side of the frame.

 

Barry.

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Thanks for the reply.

 

This is for a project in India, everything can be made with carpentry.  The bottom/ top part would be straight and the side jam cut angle to match that site masonry constraint.  It is easier and cleaner to adjust wood than stabilised earth blocks... I have been using empty opening etc. as you suggested, but it is so cumbersome, not easy to adjust, lining up etc...  I ultimately end making quick sketch and discuss with masons and carpenter.  But was wishing to have the model accurate.

 

Thanks!

Archicad 25 - 5010
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David O
Booster

Hi Have you tried the curved window in the special windows section of the library, I have attached a screen shot for an example, I hope it helps!

Regards

David


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