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Be sure your plans are never compromised

The Ply Gem Design & Design Architectural Series provide window and patio door options that will provide your client the durability they need, with the high-end, modern look you want. It’s how Ply Gem can help you achieve your vision, your way.

HOW TO BUY

Find the series that fits your plan.

Though they hold similarities, there are some key features to differentiate between these two series.

Overall, the Design Series offers more interior design flexibility, thanks to the Fusion Colour Wrap. The Design Architectural Series provides the best option for more high-end, luxurious projects through more durable, premium aluminum interior and exterior finishes.

COMPARE SERIESFUSION COLOUR WRAP

Exterior Colours

Design Series

Design Architectural Series

Six options to choose from:

- Black (metal clad)

- Brown (metal clad)

- Slate Grey (metal clad)

- White (metal clad)

- Beige (metal clad)

- Clear Anodized (metal clad)

Six options to choose from:

- Black (metal clad)

- Brown (metal clad)

- Slate Grey (metal clad)

- White (metal clad)

- Beige (metal clad)

- Clear Anodized (metal clad)

Interior Colours

Design Series

Design Architectural Series

- White vinyl (vinyl) 

- Black (FCW) 

- Saddle Brown (FCW)

- Quartz Grey (FCW)

- Paintable-Stainable (FCW)

- Black (metal clad)

Hardware Colour Options

Design Series

Design Architectural Series

 Three options to choose from:

- White

- Black

- Brushed Chrome

Two options to choose from:

Black

- Brushed Chrome

Design Styles

Design Series

Design Architectural Series

Eight options to choose from:

Five options to choose from:

- Casement

- Awning

- Fixed

- Picture

- Rake

- Casement

- Awning

- Fixed

- Picture

- Rake

- Single Hung Slider (not available with FCW interior)

- Curved Top

- Horizontal Slider (not available with FCW interior)

About Cornerstone Building Brands

At Cornerstone Building Brands, we provide our residential and commercial customers with a comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions, when and where they need it. As a trusted leader in exterior building products, with an expansive national footprint, we are dedicated to efficiently and effectively meeting the needs of customers and communities.

Exterior ColoursInterior ColoursHardware Colour OptionsDesign Styles

Click on each category below to see how the two series compare

Add an accent to your design with Fusion Colour Wraps

Available with our Design Series, the Fusion Colour Wrap lets you customize the interior of a window or patio door to fit the style of the project. 

For Interior Fusion Colour Wrap 

Black

Quartz Grey

Saddle Brown

Paintable/ Stainable

For Exterior Metal Options 

Brown

Slate Grey

White

Beige

Clear Anodized

Black

Browse the different colour options

The Fusion Colour Wrap also provides your client the durability to stand up to the harsh Canadian climate, including extreme heat and cold conditions. Plus, they can count on its long-term surface quality as it’s resistant to scratches and abrasions and can be cleaned with ease using normal household cleaners.

Get the low down on each series

If you’re interested in learning more about our Design or Design Architectural Series, check out our helpful product brochures and review specifications to ensure they fit your project. 

The Design Architectural Series

HOW TO BUY

Get the lowdown on each series

If you’re interested in learning more about our Design or Design Architectural Series, review specifications to ensure they fit your project. 

The Design Series

The Design Architectural Series

HOW TO BUY

Connect with a Ply Gem Expert today

If you’re interested in learning more, speak to one of our representatives to find the right window or patio door for your vision.

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Sometimes your vision includes going bigger.