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Learn why high-performance windows, impact resistance, and proper window specification are essential for resilient, code-compliant buildings.",{"src":12,"width":13,"height":14,"alt":15,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F3e86003d-da94-46a2-8820-5793cada35fe\u002F7a6263df-f77e-4d11-950a-f1bc4b563430.jpg?fm=webp&q=80&fit=max&crop=1170%2C658%2C0%2C0",1170,658,"7a6263df F77e 4d11 950a F1bc4b563430","",[18],{"id":19,"type":20,"content":21,"data":22,"blocks":62},"2326b1f8-6b05-4e58-83fb-80a110ddfb49","AppBlogPost",null,{"title":23,"categories":24,"image":25,"created_at":27,"posts":28},"Beginning of Peak Hurricane Season: Why Window Performance Matters Before Storm Activity Ramps Up",[],{"src":26,"width":13,"height":14,"alt":15,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F3e86003d-da94-46a2-8820-5793cada35fe\u002F7a6263df-f77e-4d11-950a-f1bc4b563430.jpg?fm=webp&q=90&fit=max&crop=1170%2C658%2C0%2C0&w=1248","2026-08-03T08:07:35+00:00",[29,40,51],{"id":30,"title":31,"summary":32,"image":33,"link":38,"created_at":39},96,"Designing for Acoustic Comfort in Urban Buildings","Learn how high-performance windows, acoustic glazing, and building envelope design help improve acoustic comfort, occupant wellness, and noise control in urban buildings.",{"src":34,"width":35,"height":36,"alt":37,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002Ffe1b168a-411d-4a6a-9aeb-fe6dbcb85796\u002Fostap-senyuk-4fnr1dt1xpe-unsplash.jpg?fm=webp&q=80&fit=contain&crop=5369%2C3216%2C0%2C224&w=736&h=442",5369,3216,"Ostap Senyuk 4fnr1dt1xpe Unsplash","designing-for-acoustic-comfort-in-urban-buildings","2026-06-12T06:50:33+00:00",{"id":41,"title":42,"summary":43,"image":44,"link":49,"created_at":50},95,"Passive House Commercial Fenestration Solutions: Key Takeaways from Our Lunch & Learn","Discover key Passive House commercial fenestration strategies, including thermal performance, airtightness, and thermal bridge reduction, from INTUS's Lunch & Learn presentation.",{"src":45,"width":46,"height":47,"alt":48,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F3334ee69-3a42-48fa-81aa-7ceb710a2b33\u002Fll-adaptation-passive-house.jpg?fm=webp&q=80&fit=contain&crop=1936%2C1163%2C0%2C43&w=736&h=442",1936,1163,"Ll Adaptation Passive House","passive-house-commercial-fenestration-solutions-key-takeaways-from-our-lunch-and-learn","2026-06-10T09:59:08+00:00",{"id":52,"title":53,"summary":54,"image":55,"link":60,"created_at":61},93,"Why Are Windows Key to Decarbonization","Discover why high-performance windows play a critical role in building decarbonization by reducing energy demand, improving thermal performance, and supporting net-zero construction goals.",{"src":56,"width":57,"height":58,"alt":59,"caption":16,"video":16},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002F02c3b12d-a9ae-4a3f-9773-2abaf358cb6e\u002F1693ab67-61ef-42da-857f-88bf3f906118.jpeg?fm=webp&q=80&fit=contain&crop=4032%2C2422%2C0%2C567&w=736&h=442",4032,2422,"1693ab67 61ef 42da 857f 88bf3f906118","why-are-windows-key-to-decarbonization","2026-05-25T09:39:27+00:00",[63,71,78,85,92,99,106,113,120],{"id":64,"type":65,"content":66,"blocks":69,"data":70},4785,"AppBlogtext",{"html":67,"image_position":68},"\u003Cp>As peak hurricane season approaches, architects, developers, and building owners are reminded of the responsibility to be prepared before severe weather becomes a reality. While storm readiness often focuses on emergency plans and structural systems, one of the most critical components of a resilient building is frequently overlooked: its windows. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fproducts?utm_source=Blog+post&utm_medium=Article&utm_campaign=Hurricane+Season\">\u003Cu>Windows\u003C\u002Fu>\u003C\u002Fa> are among the most exposed elements of the building envelope, making their performance essential during high winds, wind-driven rain, and impact events. Properly specified, high-performance window systems help protect occupants, preserve the integrity of the building envelope, and reduce the risk of costly damage during extreme weather. \u003C\u002Fp>","left",[],{"image":21},{"id":72,"type":73,"content":74,"blocks":75,"data":76},4786,"AppBlogimage",[],[],{"image":77},{"src":26,"width":13,"height":14,"alt":15,"caption":16,"video":16},{"id":79,"type":65,"content":80,"blocks":83,"data":84},4787,{"html":81,"title":82,"image_position":68},"\u003Cp>Hurricane season officially begins months before storm activity typically reaches its peak, making this an ideal time to assess how well buildings are prepared for severe weather. Waiting until a storm is approaching often leaves little opportunity to address vulnerabilities or make meaningful improvements to the building envelope.  Those decisions must be made far in advance, during the design phase of a new project or when upgrading an existing building that may have become  more vulnerable as the frequency and intensity of major storms has increased in recent years. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">One of the most effective ways to prepare is by evaluating the building's most exposed components—particularly its windows and façade systems. These elements are the first line of defence against high winds, wind-driven rain, and flying debris, and their performance can have a significant impact on the resilience of the entire structure. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Proactive planning also helps project teams identify potential weaknesses before they become costly problems. Reviewing window specifications, structural performance, and weather resistance allows architects, developers, and building owners to make informed decisions that improve safety, reduce future repair costs, and support long-term building performance. \u003C\u002Fp>","Why Now Is the Time to Evaluate Building Performance & Preparedness",[],{"image":21},{"id":86,"type":65,"content":87,"blocks":90,"data":91},4788,{"html":88,"title":89,"image_position":68},"\u003Cp>During a hurricane, windows are exposed to some of the most demanding conditions a building will face. They must withstand extreme wind pressures, resist impacts from windborne debris, and prevent water and air infiltration—all while maintaining the integrity of the building envelope. When a window system performs as intended, it helps protect not only the opening itself but also the structure and occupants behind it. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3>Wind Pressure and Structural Loads \u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Hurricanes generate powerful winds that create both \u003Cstrong>positive and negative pressure\u003C\u002Fstrong> on a building. Positive pressure pushes directly against the exterior, while negative pressure creates suction that pulls outward on windows and other façade components. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">To withstand these forces, window systems are designed and tested to meet specific \u003Cstrong>design pressure (DP) ratings\u003C\u002Fstrong>. These ratings indicate the amount of wind load a window can safely resist without compromising its structural integrity. Selecting windows with appropriate structural performance is especially important in coastal regions and other areas subject to severe weather. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3>Windborne Debris Protection \u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Flying debris is one of the greatest threats during a hurricane. Branches, roofing materials, and other objects carried by high winds can strike windows with significant force. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Impact-resistant window systems are designed to withstand these impacts while helping maintain the integrity of the building envelope. Laminated glass, which incorporates an interlayer between panes, can remain intact even if the glass cracks, reducing the risk of openings that allow wind and rain to enter the building. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Maintaining the building envelope is critical, as window failure can increase internal pressure and contribute to more extensive structural damage during a storm. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3>Water and Air Infiltration \u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Strong winds are often accompanied by intense rainfall, creating conditions where water can be forced through even small gaps in the building envelope. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">High-performance window systems are engineered to resist \u003Cstrong>wind-driven rain\u003C\u002Fstrong> through advanced sealing systems, precision manufacturing, and rigorous water-resistance testing. Superior airtightness also helps limit uncontrolled air infiltration, supporting both storm resilience and year-round energy efficiency. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">By resisting water penetration and maintaining a secure building envelope, properly specified windows help reduce the risk of interior damage, protect building materials, and improve overall resilience during extreme weather events. \u003C\u002Fp>","Why Windows Are Critical During Hurricanes",[],{"image":21},{"id":93,"type":65,"content":94,"blocks":97,"data":98},4789,{"html":95,"title":96,"image_position":68},"\u003Cp>A hurricane-resistant window is much more than impact-resistant glass. Its ability to perform during severe weather depends on how every component of the system works together. From the glazing and frame to the hardware and installation, each element plays a role in protecting the building envelope under extreme conditions. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">At the center of the system is impact-rated glazing, which is designed and tested to withstand impacts from windborne debris. These glazing systems typically incorporate laminated glass, where a durable interlayer holds the glass together even if it cracks. This helps prevent the creation of large openings that could allow wind and rain to enter the building. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">The glazing must be supported by reinforced frame systems capable of resisting the significant wind pressures generated during a hurricane. High structural performance is essential to ensure the window remains securely anchored within the opening and continues to function as part of the building envelope. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Equally important is the window's hardware. Multi-point locking systems distribute forces more evenly around the sash, creating a tighter, more secure seal that improves both structural stability and weather resistance during extreme wind events. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">However, even the highest-performing window system can fail if it is not installed correctly. Proper anchoring, flashing, sealing, and integration with the surrounding wall assembly are critical to achieving the tested performance of the product. Installation should always follow manufacturer specifications and applicable building codes to ensure the entire assembly performs as intended. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Ultimately, hurricane resilience depends on the complete window system, not a single feature. Impact-rated glazing, laminated glass, reinforced frames, secure locking hardware, high structural performance, and proper installation must all work together to provide reliable protection when severe weather strikes. \u003C\u002Fp>","What Makes a Hurricane-Resistant Window System?",[],{"image":21},{"id":100,"type":65,"content":101,"blocks":104,"data":105},4790,{"html":102,"title":103,"image_position":68},"\u003Cp>While hurricane-resistant windows are designed to perform under extreme weather conditions, their advantages extend well beyond storm season. Many of the features that improve resilience—such as stronger frames, advanced glazing, and superior sealing systems—also contribute to better building performance every day of the year. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">High-performance hurricane-resistant windows can provide: \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Cstrong>Improved \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fintus-insights\u002Fdiscover-the-top-features-of-intus-windows-energy-efficiency-durability-and-more?utm_source=Blog+post&utm_medium=Article&utm_campaign=Hurricane+Season\">\u003Cu>\u003Cstrong>energy efficiency\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fu>\u003C\u002Fa>, by reducing heat transfer and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Cstrong>Better airtightness\u003C\u002Fstrong>, limiting uncontrolled air infiltration and reducing the workload on heating and cooling systems. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fintus-insights\u002Fdesigning-for-acoustic-comfort-in-urban-buildings?utm_source=Blog+post&utm_medium=Article&utm_campaign=Hurricane+Season\">\u003Cu>\u003Cstrong>Enhanced acoustic performance\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fu>\u003C\u002Fa>, minimizing exterior noise and creating quieter, more comfortable interior spaces. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Cstrong>Greater durability\u003C\u002Fstrong>, with robust materials and construction designed to withstand demanding environmental conditions over the long term. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Cstrong>Improved occupant comfort\u003C\u002Fstrong>, through more consistent indoor temperatures, fewer drafts, and better overall building performance. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">These everyday benefits make hurricane-resistant windows a valuable investment even in seasons when severe weather doesn’t occur. Rather than serving only as a protective measure during storms, they contribute to lower energy consumption, improved comfort, and long-term building resilience throughout the life of the building. \u003C\u002Fp>","Beyond Storm Protection: The Everyday Benefits",[],{"image":21},{"id":107,"type":65,"content":108,"blocks":111,"data":112},4791,{"html":109,"title":110,"image_position":68},"\u003Cp>Selecting a hurricane-resistant window involves much more than choosing an impact-rated product. To perform as intended during severe weather, the window system must be specified according to the unique demands of the project, local regulations, and environmental conditions. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Several factors should be considered during the specification process: \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Cstrong>Local building code requirements.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Coastal regions and hurricane-prone areas often have specific codes governing impact resistance, structural performance, and product approvals. Ensuring compliance is essential for both safety and project approval. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Cstrong>Coastal exposure.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Buildings located near the coast are typically subjected to higher wind speeds, salt exposure, and more severe weather conditions, requiring window systems designed for these demanding environments. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Cstrong>Design pressure calculations.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Window systems should be selected based on the wind loads expected at the building's location, height, and orientation—not simply on building type. Proper design pressure analysis helps ensure the system can withstand the forces it will encounter. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Cstrong>Product testing and certification.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Choosing windows that have been independently tested and certified to recognized industry standards provides confidence that the system has demonstrated its performance under rigorous testing conditions. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">\u003Cstrong>Early coordination.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Bringing architects, structural engineers, façade consultants, manufacturers, and contractors together early in the design process helps identify performance requirements, coordinate specifications, and avoid costly revisions later in the project. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Proper specification is ultimately about matching the window system to the building's real-world conditions. By addressing performance requirements early, project teams can improve resilience, simplify compliance, and create buildings that are better prepared for hurricane season and other extreme weather events.\u003C\u002Fp>","Why Proper Specification Matters",[],{"image":21},{"id":114,"type":65,"content":115,"blocks":118,"data":119},4792,{"html":116,"title":117,"image_position":68},"\u003Cp>Designing for hurricane resilience requires window systems that perform under demanding conditions without compromising energy efficiency, comfort, or aesthetics. Architects and developers choose INTUS Windows because our systems are designed to deliver exceptional performance across a wide range of building applications. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Our window systems combine \u003Cstrong>high structural performance\u003C\u002Fstrong> with advanced engineering to help withstand challenging environmental conditions. Paired with \u003Cstrong>advanced glazing technologies\u003C\u002Fstrong>, including impact-resistant and high-performance insulated glass options, they support stronger building envelopes capable of meeting demanding project requirements. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Beyond storm resilience, INTUS windows provide outstanding \u003Cstrong>thermal insulation, acoustic performance, and airtightness\u003C\u002Fstrong>, helping buildings operate more efficiently while creating quieter, more comfortable indoor environments throughout the year. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left\">Whether you're designing a \u003Cstrong>coastal residence\u003C\u002Fstrong>, \u003Cstrong>commercial development\u003C\u002Fstrong>, \u003Cstrong>multifamily building\u003C\u002Fstrong>, \u003Cstrong>retrofit\u003C\u002Fstrong>, or \u003Cstrong>high-performance project\u003C\u002Fstrong>, INTUS offers window solutions engineered to support long-term durability, occupant comfort, and whole-building performance. By combining resilience with energy efficiency, INTUS helps architects and developers create buildings that are prepared for extreme weather while delivering value every day. Our teams are well-versed with local code and compliance regulations and can help you find the right solution for your projects.  \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fcontact-us?utm_source=Blog+post&utm_medium=Article&utm_campaign=Hurricane+Season\">\u003Cu>Contact us to learn more\u003C\u002Fu>\u003C\u002Fa>. \u003C\u002Fp>","Why Architects and Developers Choose INTUS Windows",[],{"image":21},{"id":121,"type":122,"content":21,"data":21},"2f6b2f85-d509-4b38-ad68-8a295f2be3c5","AppNewsletter"]