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double-hung adj (Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Architecture) (of a window) having two vertical sashes, the upper one sliding in grooves outside those of the lower How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The building obviously has great bones, and a number of 1940s design touches were appreciated in our room: high ceiling, crown molding, baseboards, walk-in closet, double-hung windows that actually open (a blessing in a city of such moderate climate and invigorating air). And a building deemed to be of historical significance can be given no exterior alterations for any reason; the footprint cannot be increased to add another bathroom or bedroom, and owners cannot construct a garage or replace the double-hung windows. The "new" structure now stands six stories tall with a custom metal gate at the front entrance and is clad, overall, in imported French limestone with limestone sills and heads, and custom manufactured, double-hung German-mahogany windows. |
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