ESF
Eurostar Fenestration is a US distributor of European-made high-performance windows, doors, and curtain walls serving architects, builders, contractors, and custom homeowners in high-performance and Passive House residential and commercial projects across the southeastern United States.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2000
- HeadquartersArden, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What ESF does
Eurostar Fenestration (ESF) is a US-based distributor of European-made high-performance fenestration products, headquartered in Arden, North Carolina. The company operates as the exclusive or premier US partner for multiple European manufacturers including Awilux (aluminum and uPVC systems), Schücco (uPVC and aluminum systems), Aliplast (aluminum sliding doors), Manital (Italian hardware), Aluron (curtain walls), and Kowalsky. Its product portfolio spans windows, doors, curtain walls, shading systems, access control solutions, and hardware across uPVC, aluminum, wood, aluclad, fiberglass, and steel material platforms, with technical differentiation in tilt-turn mechanisms, lift-and-slide systems, multi-chamber insulation profiles, and thermal break engineering.
The company serves a customer base of architects, builders, general contractors, custom homeowners, and commercial developers with a focus on high-performance residential and select commercial projects, including Passive House certified buildings. Go-to-market is primarily sales-led and consultative, combining direct phone/email sales, website contact forms, project specification support, and event-driven engagement through the High Performance Home Tour in North Carolina, the BAU trade show, and annual Eurotrip customer appreciation visits to European manufacturing partners. Revenue is generated through quote-based, project-by-project hardware sales of fenestration systems with pricing determined by size, material, system type, customization, and volume.
Eurostar Fenestration LLC is a privately held company with no disclosed external funding, no parent company, and no subsidiary structure. The company is actively operating and hiring, with current job postings indicating team expansion to support growing workload. Project portfolio spans North Carolina residential projects (Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, Pittsboro) and commercial projects (Atlanta), with named customers including Platt Architecture, Linton Architects, Newphire Building Corp, 58-Twelve Developers, Tyner Construction, Marken Design + Consult, CMG Construction, Arielle Schechter, and Berry College.
ESF firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- ESF
- Legal name
- Eurostar Fenestration LLC
- Website
- https://esfwindows.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2000
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Eurostar Fenestration is a US distributor of European-made high-performance windows, doors, and curtain walls serving architects, builders, contractors, and custom homeowners in high-performance and Passive House residential and commercial projects across the southeastern United States.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
ESF industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Building Envelope Fenestration
- NAICS
- Window Treatment Retailers (449122), Blind and Shade Manufacturing (337920)
- SIC
- Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Architectural Glazing & Fenestration (Curtain Wall, Windows, Storefronts, Skylights) (IMAFAMAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Interior Doors (IMADAIAB), Weatherstripping & Door/Window Sealing Products (IMADAGAH), Metal Cladding, Soffits & Trim (Non-Panel Components) (IMADACAM)
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Where ESF is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Arden
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
ESF business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Windows and Doors Sales: Eurostar generates revenue through the sale of European-style fenestration products including windows, doors, curtain walls, and associated accessories. Products are sold directly to architects, builders, contractors, and homeowners through sales consultations and project quotes. Revenue is primarily one-time project-based purchases for construction and renovation projects.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Custom project-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
ESF product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Eurostar Fenestration distributes European-made high-performance fenestration products, including windows, sliding and folding doors, entry doors, and curtain walls, in the US market. The portfolio spans aluminum, uPVC, wood, aluclad, fiberglass, and steel systems sourced from European manufacturers such as Awilux, Schücco, Aliplast, Aluron, and Manital, sold through direct consultative sales to architects, builders, contractors, and homeowners across the southeastern United States.
Product overview
Eurostar Fenestration (ESF) is a distributor of European high-performance fenestration products for the US residential and commercial construction market. The product portfolio spans multiple material platforms—uPVC (aMORE, aCUBE, Schüco LivIng, CT70, Nordic, AluInside), aluminum (MasterWin, Aliplast UltraGlide, Schüco ASS 70 FD), wood-aluminum curtain walls (Vella, Vella S), fiberglass (EcoFibra 76), and steel specialty metals. Door solutions include lift-and-slide systems, entry doors, sliding doors (aSLIDE, aMOOD, LivIngSlide, EasySlide, PSK), and folding doors. The offering extends to shading (exterior/interior Venetian blinds, pleated blinds), access control (Nuki smart locks, fingerprint scanners), and premium Italian hardware (Manital). The core value proposition centers on European engineering excellence—slim profiles, thermal break technology, multi-chamber insulation, and advanced glazing—for high-performance building envelopes including Passive House projects. Products are distributed through manufacturer partners including AWILUX, Schüco, Aliplast, Aluron, and Kowalsky.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- European Fenestration Systems (Windows and Doors)
- aMORE uPVC Window
- aMORE LUX uPVC Window
- aCUBE uPVC Window
- Schücco LivIng uPVC Window
- Schücco AluInside uPVC Window
- Schücco Nordic uPVC Window
- Schücco CT70 uPVC Window
- aSLIDE uPVC Lift-and-Slide Door
- aMOOD uPVC Sliding Door
- Schücco LivIngSlide uPVC Lift-and-Slide Door
- Schücco EasySlide uPVC Sliding Door
- Schücco Corona S150 uPVC Sliding Door
- PSK Tilt-and-Slide uPVC Door
- Awilux MasterWin Aluminum Window
- Aliplast UltraGlide Aluminum Sliding Door
- Schücco ASS 70 FD Aluminum Folding Door
- Vella Wood-Aluminum Curtain Wall
- Vella S Structural Glazing Curtain Wall
- EcoFibra 76 Fiberglass Window
- Lift & Slide Doors
- Entry Doors
- Exterior Venetian Blinds
- Manital Hardware
- Access Control Solutions
Quantifiable outcome
- Windows and doors can reduce energy consumption by up to 90% compared to conventional buildings when integrated into Passive House designs
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use ESF
Customer profileNamed customers9 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
ESF technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature11 records
ESF partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.
- AwiluxcoreAwilux is a primary European manufacturer partner supplying premium window and door systems to Eurostar. Products include Awilux windows, Lift & Slide doors (LivIngSlide Panorama), MasterWin aluminum windows, and exterior shading systems (Venetian blinds). Awilux is recognized for 'Amazing Life Quality' and represents a flagship offering in Eurostar's product lineup.
- SchücocoreSchüco is a major German window and door systems manufacturer. Eurostar distributes multiple Schüco systems including LivIng, LivIng Alu Inside, LivIngSlide, Nordic, CT70, and aluminum sliding door systems (ASS 77 PD, ASE 67 PD, ASE 80 HI, ASS 70 FD). Schüco products are known for advanced engineering and high thermal performance.
- ManitalcoreItalian manufacturer of premium artisan hardware for windows and doors. Manital products include the Pipe handle (designed by Mario Mazzer and Giovanni Crosera) and other architectural hardware. Eurostar launched Manital Mercato, an online store for Manital handles. Manital represents Eurostar's premium hardware offerings.
- AliplastcorePolish manufacturer of aluminum sliding door systems including the UltraGlide (Eurostar's best-selling door) and Panorama systems. Aliplast products are distributed exclusively through Eurostar in the US market and feature advanced thermal insulation and modern aesthetics.
- AluronsecondaryPolish manufacturer producing timber-aluminum curtain wall systems including Vella and Vella S. The Vella system uses mullion and transom constructions for facades and winter gardens, while Vella S features structural glazing technology for all-glass building aesthetics.
- Kowalsky Windows and DoorssecondaryFamily-owned Polish manufacturer visited during Eurostar's annual customer appreciation trips. The Kowalsky legacy of craftsmanship is highlighted as part of Eurostar's European manufacturing partner network.
- Marken Design + ConsultsecondaryArchitecture firm that designed the Rios Residence Passive House project featuring Eurostar's Gemini Quadrat aluclad wood window systems targeting Phius Zero certification.
- CMG Construction Management GroupsecondaryConstruction management company that built the Rios Residence Passive House project in collaboration with Eurostar for fenestration specification and installation.
- 58-Twelve DeveloperssecondaryDeveloper of The Ilion Luxury Apartments in Atlanta, Georgia. Eurostar collaborated to provide Awilux windows and doors for this luxury apartment complex, creating an integrated design approach for high-end residential development.
- Newphire Building Corp.corePrimary builder partner for high-performance residential projects in North Carolina. Newphire builds multiple homes featured on the annual High Performance Home Tour, all showcasing Eurostar's high-performance windows and doors. Strong ongoing collaboration for Passive House and high-performance building projects.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves1 record
Expansion highlights6 records
ESF competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Cascadia Windows & Doors: Cascadia manufactures and distributes fiberglass and aluminum high-performance windows and doors for Passive House and net-zero projects in North America. Closely comparable to ESF in product positioning, target customers, and high-performance certification focus.
- Vitrocsa: Vitrocsa produces minimalist Swiss-engineered sliding and pivot window/door systems for ultra-premium architectural projects. Comparable to ESF's high-end European offerings, competing for the same architect-specified, design-forward projects.
- Loewen Windows and Doors: Loewen manufactures premium wood and clad windows and doors, distributed through dealers to architects, builders, and homeowners seeking high-end residential fenestration. Comparable to ESF's wood/aluclad and luxury architectural offerings.
- Sky-Frame: Swiss manufacturer of frameless sliding glass door systems with growing US distribution targeting luxury residential and commercial projects. Direct comparable in the premium lift-and-slide category alongside ESF's Aliplast UltraGlide and Schüco ASS lines.
- NanaWall Systems: NanaWall specializes in premium folding and sliding glass door systems for residential and commercial projects, with a strong architectural specification channel. Comparable to ESF's Aliplast Panorama and Schüco ASS 70 FD folding door offerings in the premium architectural door segment.
- Zola Windows: Zola distributes European-style tilt-turn uPVC and aluminum windows in the US, targeting architects and Passive House builders. Direct competitor to ESF's core product line with a comparable go-to-market focused on high-performance residential projects.
- Western Window Systems: Western Window Systems designs and supplies multi-slide, bi-fold, and pivot aluminum door and window systems for luxury residential and commercial projects. Overlaps with ESF's lift-and-slide and aluminum product categories serving architects and high-end builders.
Emerging players
- Serious Windows: Serious Windows designs high-performance fiberglass and aluminum windows for Passive House and net-zero residential projects. Niche overlap with ESF's EcoFibra fiberglass line and high-performance builder/architect customer base.
Broad incumbents
- Andersen Windows & Doors: Andersen is the largest US window and door manufacturer with broad residential and commercial reach. While its E-Series and Architectural lines overlap with ESF's premium segment, Andersen competes primarily on scale and dealer network rather than European engineering.
- Marvin Windows and Doors: Marvin is a large, established US manufacturer of premium wood, clad, and fiberglass windows serving residential and light commercial markets. Broader portfolio and distribution than ESF, but competes for the same architect-and-builder specifications on high-end homes.
Market position
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Funding rounds
Investors
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Frequently asked questions about ESF
What does ESF do?
Eurostar Fenestration distributes European-made high-performance fenestration products, including windows, sliding and folding doors, entry doors, and curtain walls, in the US market. The portfolio spans aluminum, uPVC, wood, aluclad, fiberglass, and steel systems sourced from European manufacturers such as Awilux, Schücco, Aliplast, Aluron, and Manital, sold through direct consultative sales to architects, builders, contractors, and homeowners across the southeastern United States.
Is ESF a public or private company?
ESF is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was ESF founded?
ESF was founded in 2000. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is ESF based?
ESF is headquartered in Arden, United States, in the North America region.
How does ESF make money?
One revenue line is on record: windows and Doors Sales.
Who are ESF's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Cascadia Windows & Doors, Vitrocsa, Loewen Windows and Doors, Sky-Frame, NanaWall Systems, Zola Windows and Western Window Systems. Serious Windows is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are Andersen Windows & Doors and Marvin Windows and Doors.
Does ESF have an API?
No public API is recorded for ESF.
What industry is ESF in?
ESF's product category is Building Envelope Fenestration. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAFAMAC, Architectural Glazing & Fenestration (Curtain Wall, Windows, Storefronts, Skylights), with a secondary code of IMADAIAB, Interior Doors. Its NAICS code is 449122 and its SIC code is 3442.