Hinged on the top of the window, awnings tilt out to allow for ventilation even during bad weather. They make an ideal accent above or below a picture window and are a great way to let the fresh air in.

Most people use a combination of Awnings and casements through out their home, allowing varied ventilation in different rooms. The hinging of a venting window can be a factor in the window configuration, and therefore venting window can be a factor in the window configuration, and therefore the home appearance.