When it comes to home design, few features make as much impact as your windows. They don’t just bring in natural light and fresh air - they shape how your home looks, feels, and functions. In recent years, homeowners and designers alike have embraced the timeless appeal of statement aluminium windows, inspired by the industrial lofts and converted warehouses of New York’s iconic district. Their sleek lines, slim frames, and versatile finishes create an effortless blend of modern sophistication and heritage character, making them a sought-after choice for both contemporary builds and period renovations.
At Origin, our Soho-inspired designs take this classic industrial aesthetic and combine it with the strength, thermal efficiency, and bespoke customisations that aluminium has to offer. To help you decide if these designs are right for your home, we’ve brought together insights from our expert guides on steel-look windows, the timeless appeal of black window frames, slim sightlines, and how to match your doors with windows. Together, they paint a clear picture of how to achieve a stylish, cohesive look that has been inspired by the Soho aesthetic.
In this guide:
Aluminium steel-look windows offer the industrial charm of traditional steel with some key differences.
Black industrial windows provide bold contrast, expansive glazing, and a striking design.
Slimline windows with a heritage feel can maximise natural light with minimal frames.
Rustic-inspired aluminium windows recreate traditional timber aesthetics while delivering superior performance.
Coordinating windows and doors in style, finish, and hardware ensures a harmonious, stylish, and enduring home design.
Steel-Look Windows: A Stylish Alternative
Steel-look windows have become one of the most desirable design features for homeowners and architects. Historically popular in 19th- and 20th-century buildings, steel windows are admired for their slim sightlines and bold, geometric appeal. However, traditional steel often comes with drawbacks such as high costs, low thermal stability, and demanding maintenance.
This is where Origin’s aluminium Soho-inspired windows stand out. Engineered to offer the same refined look of steel, these windows possess a modern, industrial-inspired quality while providing superior practicality. Aluminium is lightweight yet strong, allowing for large panes of glass and enhanced natural light. It’s also resistant to rust and requires little upkeep, especially with Origin’s durable marine powder coating. With over 150 RAL colour choices to choose from, including textured finishes, bespoke configurations and a range of other customisation options, you can craft steel-look windows to suit wide-ranging styles and property types.
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Selecting Black Industrial Windows: Timeless Style and Function
Despite being available in over 150 colours, black window frames are a timeless and classic option for a reason. They create a striking contrast in a home, dramatically framing your landscape and adding a focal point in your living space. Moreover, the geometry of industrial-inspired designs can enhance the visual impact of the black profiles. Naturally, our eyes are drawn to straight lines, colour contrast and right angles, making black industrial windows stand out.
Another reason why industrial-style windows are so advantageous is their expansive glazing. Factories required large windows to maximise natural lighting, but the original designs could not support such large expanses of glass, so they needed glazing divides to help support the weight. These glazing divides characterised the window design, which is now a sought-after statement feature in modern homes.
Owing to durable, high-quality aluminium frames, advanced glazing options and innovative engineering, with Origin, you can either choose to have glazing divides, Georgian bars which are installed onto the glass, or a fully glazed casement, ensuring you can create a unique look, with every detail just as you want it.
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Soho Style Windows: Enhancing Modern Homes
For homeowners seeking a modern, light-filled interior, Soho style windows are the perfect solution. Defined by ultra-thin aluminium frames, they maximise glass area to create a bright, spacious, and refined feel. Their minimalist appeal works beautifully in new builds while also adding elegance to character homes.
Despite their chic appearance, Soho style windows don’t compromise on performance. Built with advanced thermal polyamide breaks and weatherproof seals, they deliver excellent insulation - helping keep homes warm in winter and cool in summer. Their durable aluminium structure is resistant to warping, rusting, and fading, while secure multipoint locks provide peace of mind.
Soho-inspired windows are also highly customisable, with a wide range of colours, finishes, and hardware options available. Whether you’re framing a garden view or complementing a sleek interior, these windows combine style, efficiency, and long-lasting quality in one beautifully balanced solution.
Rustic Window Inspiration: Heritage Charm Reimagined
For heritage or rural homes, windows are much more than just being functional - they’re part of the building’s story. Traditional properties often feature Georgian, sash, or French windows with authentic timber frames and bar detailing that enhance their rustic charm. However, original timber windows can suffer from rot, warping, and poor insulation.
Origin’s aluminium windows take inspiration from rustic window styles, so you can achieve the charm of a traditional property with the performance that contemporary windows provide. With advanced thermal breaks, double or triple glazing, and a durability that outperforms traditional timber, they deliver excellent energy efficiency, security and longevity. Origin Doors and Windows are guaranteed for up to 20-years and can be customised to your unique requirements. Add Georgian bars or specify them in a heritage-inspired green, soft white, or even woodgrain effect for an authentic rustic look.
For those seeking a touch of industrial flair, Soho-style glazing divides can also be integrated. Whether it’s for a listed building or for adding character to a new build, Origin aluminium windows provide a timeless, durable, and bespoke solution. For those in listed properties, planning permission may be required, so please speak to your local authority.
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Matching Doors and Windows: A Cohesive Soho-Inspired Look
Windows and doors are key to creating a home that feels coherent and thoughtfully designed. Matching their style, colour, or hardware helps ensure harmony across both interiors and exteriors. Meanwhile, blending epochs and creating colour contrast can be an effective way to make a bold statement.
Origin’s Soho-inspired windows and doors are crafted to complement each other perfectly. Their signature glazing divides and slim aluminium frames bring a bold, industrial feel that works in both modern and heritage settings. Homeowners can select matching finishes - like Anthracite Grey, Jet Black, or Hipca White - or experiment with dual-colour options to suit different interiors and exteriors.
Consistent hardware is another detail that elevates the overall visual effect. Origin’s signature knurled and traditional handle designs are available across the product range, ensuring every detail feels considered and cohesive. Matching windows and doors not only enhances style, but also improves the overall atmosphere of a home – adding to its long-term value.
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