Why Masonry Openings Don't Matter for Floor-to-Ceiling Windows

Asking a window supplier for “masonry openings” is meaningless when dealing with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors. In today’s projects, structure dictates everything—beam to beam, slab to beam. And when every inch matters, even minor discrepancies between structural and architectural plans can create major conflicts.

Most window companies rely solely on the window and door schedule—often the least accurate part of the drawings. In modern architecture with tight tolerances and minimal trim, getting everything to align requires detailed coordination that most clients don’t pay architects to resolve. That’s where things fall between scopes.

Every finish transition matters. And too often, the GC is left to interpret what the architect hasn’t fully drawn. This is exactly where I bring value—bridging the gap between structural and finish intent to make sure window and door locations are built to accommodate the final design, not guesswork.