In high-end residential and beachfront projects on the Gold Coast, slim-frame windows have become a defining design element. Expansive ocean views, seamless indoor–outdoor connections, and minimalist architecture all push window frames toward ever-slimmer profiles.
A common question designers ask is:
How slim can window frames really be—while still meeting Australian Standards?
1. Slim Frames Are More Than a Visual Preference
Gold Coast residential projects typically feature:
• Large ocean-facing façades
• Oversized sliding doors and floor-to-ceiling windows
• Strong preference for clean, modern lines
Slim frames directly affect daylight, views, façade proportion, and spatial continuity. However, pursuing extreme slimness without system integrity often leads to structural or compliance issues.
2. Why “Slim-Looking” Windows Often Fail in Practice
Designers frequently encounter:
• Display samples that cannot be scaled up
• Frame widths increased during production
• Compromised wind resistance and sealing
• Failure to pass AS2047 system testing
True slim-frame systems must be engineered for structure, sealing, and certification from the outset.
3. How Meichen Windows & Doors Achieves a True 20mm Slimline System
Meichen Windows & Doors developed its 20mm visible-frame slimline system as a complete solution:
• 20mm sightline maximises views and daylight
• Thermally broken aluminium for strength and energy efficiency
• Multi-chamber structure for wind-load performance
• High-performance sealing for air and water tightness
• Fully tested and certified to AS2047
Design intent remains intact from concept to installation.
4. Real Value for Gold Coast Projects
For designers and developers, a certified 20mm slimline system delivers:
• Uninterrupted ocean views
• Clean architectural façades
• Suitability for large sliding doors
• Performance in coastal wind and humidity
• Compliance-ready solutions that reduce project risk
5. Factory-Controlled Precision Makes Slim Frames Possible
Slim-frame systems demand extreme manufacturing precision.
Meichen Windows & Doors’ s factory-direct approach allows:
• Early-stage system consultation
• Project-specific frame proportions
• Integrated quality control
• Consistent delivery from design to installation
This transforms slim frames from a concept into a reliable system solution.