Heritage
Since 1975, Fenêtres MQ has combined European craftsmanship with innovation to set a new standard in luxury windows and doors.
Fenêtres MQ: Merging Heritage and Innovation for 50 Years
Since 1975, Fenêtres MQ has been shaping the art of luxury windows and doors by uniting European craftsmanship with Canadian and Italian manufacturing. Our creations blend timeless tradition with modern engineering to exceed the highest expectations, whether crafted in refined wood or elegant steel.
Artisans of One-of-a-Kind Expression
At Fenêtres MQ, every project is an opportunity to elevate design. As true artisans, we treat each window and door—whether crafted in fine wood or refined steel—as a work of art. By combining European craftsmanship with the most rigorous North American standards, we merge tradition, innovation, and an uncompromising dedication to quality to create luxury windows and doors that reflect each client’s unique vision and way of life.
Manufactured in Canada and Italy
Our facilities in both Canada and Italy unite European design heritage with the performance requirements and climatic realities of North American architecture.
One-of-a-Kind Expression
Our wood collection brings warmth, elegance, and authenticity. Mahogany and other premium hardwoods provide timeless beauty, enhanced durability, and excellent natural insulation.
We don’t just create windows and doors. We redefine the boundaries of possibility.
50 Years of Vision and Craftsmanship
Since 1975, Fenêtres MQ has grown from a small Quebec workshop into a North American leader in luxury windows and doors. With deep European roots and a passion for craftsmanship, we’ve remained committed to design excellence, technical performance, and bold architectural expression. Explore the key moments that have defined our journey. These milestones continue to shape who we are today.
1975
Founding of Fenêtres MQ
Founding of Fenêtres MQ by Gilles Morin
In 1975, Gilles Morin founded Fenêtres MQ, a company dedicated to crafting custom windows and doors inspired by European elegance and artisanal excellence.
1992
Hurricane Andrew Response
Response to Hurricane Andrew: A Mission Is Born
After Hurricane Andrew in 1992, MQ realizes its expertise can serve a higher purpose. A photo of a devastated façade sparks a new mission: to create luxury windows and doors that are not only beautiful, but built to withstand extreme conditions.
1997
High-End JS Series Window
Birth of the High-End JS Series Window
In 1997, Fenêtres MQ developed the JS Series, a high-end window designed for the American East Coast. Combining weather resistance and refined elegance, this innovative product became a benchmark for luxury projects in areas exposed to extreme conditions.
2002
New Factory in Sainte-Agathe
New Factory and Offices in Sainte-Agathe
In 2002, Fenêtres MQ inaugurated a new facility in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, centralizing its PVC window production and administrative offices under one roof. This strategic move strengthened team cohesion and boosted operational efficiency across all departments.
2010
Flagship Project: Ritz-Carlton
Fenêtres MQ at the Ritz-Carlton Montreal
In 2010, Fenêtres MQ supplied 550 custom windows for the renovation of the Ritz-Carlton Montreal. This prestigious project combined historical accuracy, thermal and acoustic performance, and showcased MQ’s expertise in luxury hospitality and heritage architecture.
2010
Strategic Acquisition in Italy
MQ Integrates MQ Italy into Its Global Network
In 2010, Fenêtres MQ officially integrated MQ Italy into its group, strengthening its international presence. This strategic acquisition made MQI a key player in the company’s global development, reinforcing MQ’s leadership in the luxury windows and doors industry.
2017
Acquisition by Andersen Corporation
Andersen Corporation Acquires Fenêtres MQ
On October 31, 2017, Andersen Corporation acquired Fenêtres MQ Inc., expanding its footprint in the high-end windows and doors segment. This strategic move strengthens its portfolio of luxury architectural products and ushers MQ into a new era of global growth and innovation.
2022
Launch of Steel Collection
MQ Launches Steel Product Line
In response to growing demand for luxury architectural solutions, MQ officially launched its new line of steel windows and doors in 2022. This strategic initiative expands MQ’s high-end offerings while reinforcing its commitment to innovation, structural performance, and timeless elegance.
2025
50th Anniversary
50th Anniversary of Fenêtres MQ
In 2025, Fenêtres MQ celebrates 50 years of excellence in luxury windows and doors. This milestone highlights the company’s legacy of craftsmanship and its enduring commitment to blending tradition, innovation, and performance across every custom project.
Looking for Expansive Glass Solutions?
Our wood or steel curtain wall systems make a bold architectural statement, creating luminous spaces with impressive, large-scale glazed surfaces.
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End-to-End Partnership
At Fenêtres MQ, we’ve always excelled and thrived in true end-to-end partnership with architects, builders, and owners of luxury residential and commercial projects. Each project is made to order—one at a time—and individually supervised by a seasoned project concierge who attends to every detail. That means you can design fearlessly, build confidently, and create extraordinary environments that are truly one-of-a-kind.
Design Fearlessly
We provide the freedom to explore bold ideas, confident that our engineering solutions will turn them into reality.
Build Confidently
Our experience in european windows and doors—both classic and modern—means your project benefits from proven expertise at every step.
Create Extraordinary Environments
We thrive on bringing ambitious visions to life, whether it’s creating one of a kind window & door solutions or integrating our impact rated mahogany doors & windows to your project. We see possibilities everywhere, we live & breathe it.
Each project is the expression of unique craftsmanship, where artisanal precision meets modern innovation. We turn your architectural ambitions into timeless, lasting achievements.
Each project is the expression of unique craftsmanship, where artisanal precision meets modern innovation. We turn your architectural ambitions into timeless, lasting achievements.
Custom Solutions for Every Vision
Fenêtres MQ sources the finest materials—be it wood, wood-clad bronze or aluminum, or steel—and transforms them into products of enduring beauty and unmatched performance.
Devotion to Craft, Clients, Service, and Performance
We are proud to be recognized as the “endless enabler of one-of-a-kind expression.” This devotion is woven into everything we do.
Craft
From concept to creation, each window or door is meticulously fashioned by skilled artisans. By uniting European craftsmanship with modern engineering, we deliver pieces that embody artistic vision and excellence.
Service
From detailed consultation to final installation, our team provides attentive support at every stage. We respond swiftly to feedback and maintain lasting relationships, ensuring your windows and doors flourish effortlessly.
Clients
We treat every project as a collaboration, engaging architects, builders, and homeowners to align beauty with practicality. Our open dialogue ensures each vision is honored with genuine care and precision.
Performance
We engineer each product to excel under diverse climates and usage demands. Innovative materials, thermal breaks, and robust hardware ensure your windows and doors remain efficient and reliable for decades.
Two Nations, One Heritage: European Craftsmanship at Its Core
Whether it’s manufactured in Canada or manufactured in Italy, each window or door reflects European craftsmanship at its core, elevated by modern technology and an eye for detail.
Ready to Begin?
Ready to discover more about European windows and doors that blend heritage, innovation, and refinement? Contact us to explore how Fenêtres MQ can transform your space into an architectural masterpiece that tells your story.
Redefining the Boundaries of Possibility
Fenêtres MQ approaches each project with a commitment to rethinking what’s possible, from small-scale updates to monumental undertakings. Our seasoned project concierge ensures transparency and precision, delivering white-glove service that consistently exceeds the expectations of architects, builders, and homeowners.
At the core of our brand is a masterful, aspirational, and intentional mindset. Each window or door emerges as a statement piece, seamlessly blending aesthetic ambition with lasting performance for an enduring legacy in every space.
Discover Our Lasting Heritage
Since our founding in 1975, we’ve made it our passion to transform windows and doors into works of art. Merging Canadian and Italian craftsmanship with forward-thinking design, we empower you to shape spaces that reflect your boldest aspirations—and stand the test of time. For additional inspiration on visionary architecture and modern design trends, we invite you to explore Architectural Digest, a resource dedicated to the world’s most innovative spaces and creative minds.
