Ribbon window

Ribbon windows are a style of window that form long, horizontal bands that extend across building façades, allowing natural light to enter interior spaces more evenly and offering panoramic exterior views.^[1][2] The concept was first conceived by the architect Le Corbusier in the 1920s as part of his Five Points of a New Architecture.^[3][4] In contemporary architecture, ribbon windows are widely used and have evolved beyond their original form.^[5] While many still reflect the horizontal emphasis of the modernist tradition, advancements in building materials and design methods have enabled more varied applications.^[6] Modern adaptations often include curved or angular configurations, as well as integration with irregular or dynamic building geometries, an approach sometimes referred to as "neo-Corbusian."^[7] Ribbon windows are designed to maintain a balance between functionality, aesthetics, and spatial openness.^[8][9]

Ribbon windows in Antwerp