Issue Description
The project I’m working on requires an asymmetric corner window. I tried to use the dedicated Corner Window tool for this but after I place and adjust one side, the other side will be automatically adjusted. Is there another way to create an asymmetric corner window?
Solution
In Archicad, there are two main methods to create corner windows:
1. Using the Corner Window Tool
The Corner Window tool in Archicad simplifies the process of placing windows at a wall corner. When a corner window is placed, Archicad automatically snaps it to the nearest corner and generates a mirrored copy on the adjoining wall. This copy inherits the same parameters and properties as the original window, with its position and angle automatically adjusted to fit the corner accurately.
2. Combining Two Simple Windows
Another approach is to combine two separate windows. We can use this method to create the asymmetric window needed. The corner angle can be adjusted using the "Custom Corner" feature in the Window Selection Settings. In the “Custom Corner” tab under Basic Window Settings, the Corner Connection type is set to “Frame,” and "Custom Corner 1 or 2" is checked. The desired angle, such as 90 degrees, can then be applied to form a corner window.
Quick Comparison
| Aspect | Corner Window Tool | Combined Simple Windows |
| Element Type | Recognized as a “Corner Window” in the project. | Treated as two separate “Windows.” You’ll need to select both in the Window Schedule. |
| Automation | Automatically snaps to the nearest corner, ensuring alignment. | Requires manual adjustment of corner angle settings. |
| Placement Flexibility | Cannot be placed in profiled or slanted walls. | Can be placed in profiled, slanted, and double-slanted walls. |
| Adjustment | Automatically changes the window type of the other side when one side is changed. | Each window is treated different from the other. E.g. you can make one window fixed while sliding on the other side. |
While both methods result in similar visual outcomes, they differ in terms of workflow, recognition in the project, and flexibility. The Corner Window Tool offers a more automated and streamlined approach, but it is limited in where it can be used (i.e., it doesn’t work with profiled or slanted walls). On the other hand, combining two simple windows provides more versatility in placement but requires extra steps to ensure proper alignment and documentation.