I think you should have small windows, though, the large ones just aren't safe.
Most of the windows are going to be 3 x 5, with a transom window above. There will be one curved wall where the windows are 2 x 5. We don't have much of a problem with flying debris to damage windows. The majority of the big windstorms are Nor'easters, and the wind will be coming from the opposite side of the house where these windows will be. There will be few windows on the North side of the house; there's not much light there anyway because there are lots of trees on that side.
We can't wait for the new family room and kitchen to be bathed in bright sunshine every morning!! The windows we're getting are super good quality, and with the radiant under the floor heat, it's gonna be nice and toasty in the winter!