[Phoenix] – May 4, 2016 – Western Window Systems, a leader in manufacturing custom door systems and windows that help people live better, announced today the promotion of Ty Cranford to architectural director.

“Architects love Ty because he is a master at helping them understand the nearly unlimited design capabilities our products afford them,” said Western Window Systems president and CEO Scott Gates. “Ty cares deeply about helping architects enhance their designs and solve problems for their clients.”

In his new role, Cranford will focus on strategies to extend the benefits architects have come to love when specifying Western Window Systems doors and windows for their designs. In addition to being a solutions-based liaison to some of the finest architects in the nation, Cranford will lead the development of new relationships with the architectural community, focusing initially on the California market before building a team to help grow the Western Window Systems brand across the region and the country.

“Ty will work hand in hand with architects to educate and inspire them to recognize Western Window Systems as the best manufacturer for modern design choices,” says Gates.

Cranford, a Western Window Systems employee for nearly 10 years, previously held the position of business development manager, a role in which he cultivated new markets and attracted architects and builders to the Western Window Systems brand.

With more than 25 years of experience in the door and window industry, Cranford has been instrumental in the recent success of Western Window Systems, which has experienced a 236 percent sales growth over the past three years. Since 2011, Cranford has grown his markets an average of 127 percent per year.

For information about Ty Cranford and Western Window Systems, visit www.westernwindowsystems.com

About Western Window Systems
Founded in Phoenix in 1959, Western Window Systems designs and manufactures door and window systems that bring indoor and outdoor spaces together. Inspired by modern living, our high-quality products are available in custom sizes, standardized sets, and massive dimensions for unlimited design possibilities in residential, prefab, retail, commercial, and educational 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.