Western Window Systems, part of the MITER Brands portfolio and a leading manufacturer of moving glass walls and windows that bring indoor and outdoor spaces together, is participating as a window and door supplier for Case Study 2.0, a collaborative community initiative to rebuild Pacific Palisades homes destroyed by fire in early 2025.

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From left to right: Alison MacCracken, Crest Real Estate; Michael Kovac, Kovac Design Studio; John Labib, Labib Funk & Associates; Steven Somers, Crest Real Estate; Jason Somers, Crest Real Estate; Ceci Clarke, Ceci Clarke Construction; Brett Steele, Dean of USC School of Architecture; Grant Kirkpatrick, KAA; and Stewart Byrne, EcoOutdoor, pictured at a Case Study 2.0 launch event

Case Study 2.0 is an initiative that brings together architects to design and fast-track elevated, fire-resilient single-family home plans for easy adoption across thousands of parcels destroyed by fire. The program aims to expedite the rebuild process for homeowners who lost properties, while ensuring they are rebuilt to be more resistant to future fires by using resilient design practices and materials.

“We have worked diligently with local officials to ensure that plans approved through Case Study 2.0 move through permitting and inspection approvals quickly, allowing for our community to rebuild as soon as possible,” said Alison MacCracken, Pacific Palisades Community Liaison. “More than 5,000 homes were destroyed in the Pacific Palisades fires, and getting those families back quickly into safer homes through this enormous private and public partnership and collaboration will allow our community to heal.”

Architects selected to participate in Case Study 2.0 have agreed to create floor plans that meet three qualifications: beautiful designs, fire-resilient materials, and affordability ($500-$800 per square foot). Western Windows Systems was selected to be a window and door manufacturer for the effort and will offer its products at a reduced rate for homeowners who choose to build within the program.

Western Window Systems products use tempered double-pane windows, and its latest Vantage product line offers a new, Title 24-compliant thermal break technology. This provides owners with window and door products that combine luxury with protection, while contributing to a straightforward building/approval process.

“Part of our corporate culture and DNA is supporting the communities that support us, and we could not be more honored to have been chosen for this incredible initiative,” said Evan McMillin, Territory Sales Manager at Western Window Systems. “Our products offer resilient, high-end, award-winning design choices that will not only provide state-of-the-art innovation and protection from the elements, but also incredible views and the latest interior design trends. We can’t wait to see the community rebuilt with our entire product portfolio.”

Case Study 2.0 hopes to be a model that can be adopted in other locations where homeowners have been displaced due to natural disasters. The project aims to decrease permitting and inspection time by two months, in addition to the significant time savings created by having the design process already completed.

About Western Window Systems

Western Window Systems, part of the MITER Brands portfolio, designs and manufactures moving glass walls and windows that bring indoor and outdoor spaces together. Inspired by contemporary living, our high-quality products are available in custom sizes, standardized sets, and massive dimensions for unlimited design possibilities in residential, multi-family, and commercial projects. From superior craftsmanship and timeless design to exceptional customer service, Western Window Systems is a preferred choice of architects, builders, and homeowners throughout North America. For additional information, visit www.westernwindowsystems.com.

About MITER Brands

Founded in 1947, MITER Brands is a residential window and door manufacturer that produces a portfolio of window and door brands for the new construction and replacement segments with an owner-operated, family-first approach. With more than 20 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States, MITER Brands is a nationwide supplier of precision-built and energy-efficient products. Through optimized manufacturing, valued relationships, and dedicated team members coast to coast, MITER Brands instills confidence and drives quality customer experiences.

For more information, visit www.miterbrands.com.

About Case Study 2.0

Case Study 2.0 is a public-private collaborative community initiative to rebuild Pacific Palisades. With a catalog collection of more than 50 beautiful model homes with flex options devised by an assembly of world-class local and global architects, plans will be approved as standard to allow for easy adoption and faster approvals through local municipalities and agencies. Sponsored by Crest Real Estate, each home will use safe, sustainable materials to be remade economically and efficiently, in an effort to rebuild the area destroyed by fire in early 2025. For more information, go to www.casestudy2.com.

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“Part of our corporate culture and DNA is supporting the communities that support us, and we could not be more honored to have been chosen for this incredible initiative,” said Evan McMillin, Territory Sales Manager at Western Window Systems.