Double Glazed Windows in Kew: Upgrading One of Melbourne’s Most Character-Rich Suburbs

Double glazed windows in Kew are a popular upgrade for homeowners in one of Melbourne’s most architecturally distinguished inner-east suburbs. Kew’s housing stock is dominated by substantial Victorian, Edwardian, and interwar homes on generous blocks, many of which retain original single-glazed windows that are thermally inadequate by contemporary standards. The right double glazing upgrade improves comfort and performance without compromising the character and heritage value that makes Kew properties so distinctive. This guide covers what to consider and what Astellite offers for Kew homeowners.

What Makes Kew Window Upgrades Distinctive

Kew’s residential character creates specific considerations for window upgrades that do not apply in the same way to suburbs with newer housing stock.

Heritage and Character Properties

Kew has a high concentration of heritage-listed properties and character homes covered by local planning overlays. Window replacements on these properties may require council approval and must comply with the relevant heritage requirements. Before specifying replacement windows for any Kew property in a heritage overlay, the applicable controls should be confirmed with Boroondara City Council.

For heritage-approved window replacements, custom manufacturing to the exact original opening dimensions is essential. The proportions, profiles, and colours of replacement windows need to be specified to complement the period character of the home, which Astellite addresses through custom sizing and a wide range of frame colour and finish options including timber-look woodgrain foils.

Large Homes With Significant Glass Areas

Kew’s substantial homes often have large windows and multiple window openings that represent a significant proportion of the building envelope’s surface area. In these homes, the thermal performance of the windows has a correspondingly large impact on heating and cooling costs and indoor comfort. Single-glazed or failing double-glazed windows in a large Kew home contribute substantially to energy costs that quality double glazing can reduce meaningfully.

Street Noise From Studley Park Road and Main Arteries

Properties near Studley Park Road, High Street, and other arterial roads in Kew face traffic noise that double glazing addresses effectively. Quality double glazed uPVC windows reduce outside noise by 30 to 42 decibels, which makes a significant practical difference in rooms facing main roads.

What Astellite Offers in Kew

Astellite manufactures and installs double glazed windows in Kew using German-engineered Aluplast uPVC profiles and high-performance Lightbridge double glazing. Every window is custom manufactured to your home’s exact dimensions. The full range includes tilt and turn windows, awning windows, sliding windows, bifold windows, fixed windows, bay windows, corner windows, and custom windows.

Astellite holds accreditation from AGWA and WERS, and all products meet Australian building and safety standards. Every installation is backed by a 10-year warranty.