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When it came to the construction of a new, single story extension on the back of a property in Sutton, Surrey, one of the most important factors for the homeowners was how best to illuminate their substantial and stylish new living space with enough natural light. The owners were eventually won over by the new aluminium framed rooflights from TuffX...
An Ultraframe Livinroof recently transformed an old family conservatory. The Turner family had an existing T-shaped conservatory with a polycarbonate roof, and they wanted a more usable room that would improve the feel of the adjoining rooms and increase their connection to the garden. Top of their wishlist was a solid roof but with glazed areas to ensure a light...
The Ultrasky roof from Ultraframe has been used to create a contemporary orangery extension in an installation by Vale Conservatories. The extension, which features a curved cornice and is finished in anthracite grey, has been added onto a new-build property on a top-end development. Alex Fellows, managing director of Vale Conservatories, said: “The Ultrasky system provides a fantastic way to...
Maitlands of Pershore, along with its customer Conservatory Village, has completed a large scale installation for a well-known celebrity known for his love of glitz and glamour – so much so that the conservatory was topped off with three bespoke glitter ball finials, featuring 20,000 Swarovski crystals. Scott Francis of Maitlands said: “We were approached by Conservatory Village to work...
Cardiff-based Ultraframe installer Adenhart recently installed two Ultrasky Lanterns on a contemporary extension. The extension, which is over 10m wide, was installed onto the luxury property to provide the setting for a family wedding. The two Ultrasky Lanterns ensure that the large open-plan room is flooded with natural light, and the minimal design of the bars complements the sleek lines...
The second generation Ultraroof tiled roof system from Ultraframe, has been showcased in an L-shaped conservatory transformation project. The Kerr family’s conservatory was leaking, poorly insulated and looked tired, and so they decided that the time had come to transform it into a beautiful and thermally efficient new living space. After spending time doing research online, they came across the...
A couple recently chose an Ultraroof tiled roof after missing the garden room they enjoyed in their previous property. After living in a home with a garden room for many years, Mr and Mrs Goddard found that they missed the light and airy feel of this type of living space when they moved into their new-build chalet bungalow, and soon...
The Ultraroof tiled roofing system from Ultraframe was recently used to transform a tired conservatory into a contemporary extension. After finding the Ultraroof tiled roof system while doing research online, the Churchill family approoached their local Ultra Installer, Durham Design. Together, they decided to remove the existing house wall to create an open plan space and replace the conservatory with...
Prefix has supplied a Warmroof in a gable overhang style for a project in Anglesey that boasts views over Snowdonia. Three fixed triple-glazed panels run from eaves to ridge to allow for maximum light transmission. Prefix Systems has invested in the latest off-site construction methodologies and so fitting teams benefit from the additional factory preparation, while at the front end,...
Howells Patent Glazing was appointed manufacturer and supplier of a bespoke glazing system for an example of gothic revival architecture in Britain: the Towers, known to many as the centrepiece of Alton Towers Resort. Adapting its HGR 1 rafter bar, the Black Country business supplied roof lanterns for the restoration of the house conservatory, a significant feature of the south...
Glass Northampton recently replaced a conservatory in Northampton with help from fabricator Glazerite. Chris Brown, managing director of Glass Northampton, said: “The homeowner was looking for an existing conservatory to be replaced, like-for-like. The structure was beautiful but very old, decaying, and single-glazed. Our aim was to create an equally stunning and traditional-look glass installation which could fit into the...
A historic building in the seaside town of Whitley Bay has undergone a radical renovation and development programme restoring it to its former glory. Spanish City, which was constructed in 1910, has been given a new lease of life as part of a coastal development plan driven by North Tyneside County Council; the £10 million investment saw the restoration of...
An orangery has been added to a traditional farmhouse to create a blend of old and new using products from Synseal Group. The unusual conservatory, which features rows of heritage vertical sliding windows from Synseal’s Evolve range, was designed using an aluminium portal structure. The homeowner opted for a cream foil for the exterior of the products which includes Evolve...
The Atlas lantern has been used in three of the winning installations of the month recently. Vision Conservatories, Sherborne Windows and Village Conservatories all used the lantern roof product to be crowned with the monthly accolade. Vision Conservatories created a large rear extension on a family home with three Atlas lanterns in two styles. Mike Keeling, managing director of Vision...
A single storey extension installed by Steve Gill Joinery showcased the Warmroof hybrid roof and aluminium glazing elements supplied by Prefix Systems. The initial brief from the homeowner was to replace a staircase but this led into them asking Steve Gill to help design a new extended living area, which could be used all year round and that would offer...
By Velux. High levels of natural light and ventilation are the hallmarks of Tree Top Village in Newcastle, a retirement village with a design that achieves its goal through extensive use of Velux Modular Skylights. The award-winning ‘village’, designed by Architects ID Partnership, is the first of its kind in the UK and is focused on delaying the onset of...
Roof Assured by Sarnafil installer, Roofpro London, was appointed for a project in Holland Park by main contractor IMKO London. Roofpro installed the Sarnafil single ply membrane on a Grade 2 listed building converted into flats and owned by a charitable institute. The original 320m2 roof was made up of layers of felt and asphalt roofing materials, and was in...
Chewton Bespoke Homes installed four Korniche 3.6m x 2.1m roof lanterns in the Solent Suite, Marsham Court Hotel, Bournemouth, as part of a major refurbishment. Darren Crain, owner of Chewton Bespoke Homes based in Highcliffe, Dorset, enquired at Made For Trade when he was looking for an aluminium roof lantern that suited the architectural qualities of the grand ball room...
Rooflights from Lonsdale Metal Company have brought much-needed light into a west London home. Located in a conservation area, the property required updating by remodelling the kitchen and dining room that suffered poor connection to the rear garden. North facing, these rooms received little daylight from the modest sized windows. It was a dark and dingy space. Architect Simon Feneley’s...
Xtralite provided rooflights to a popular tourist attraction in the heart of London that has benefitted from a dramatic £24 million renovation which has transformed the building and its interior. The National Army Museum, situated in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, is home to army memorabilia, and a series of new displays and interactive exhibits...