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Owning a listed property can be both a privilege and a responsibility. These buildings are recognised as having significant historical, architectural or cultural value, and therefore often have limits on the type of modifications and repairs that can be made. Choosing to add a glazed extension, such as an orangery or conservatory, onto your property will not only add space …

Brrr… we’re back to colder weather conditions. Glazed extensions are often believed to be unsuitable when the mercury drops: stereotypically too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. However, due to years of technological advancements, these concerns are a thing of the past for bespoke conservatory and orangery owners as there are a variety of methods available …

There are conservatories and conservatories. The older uPVC style are much less resilient to winter weather and are often too cold to use when the outside temperature drops. However, a luxury, bespoke timber conservatory or orangery, is designed to be used all year round, giving the homeowner enjoyment of their garden, whatever the British weather throws at it! All conservatories …

Before getting carried away designing your dream extension, the most pragmatic first step is to assess whether you require planning permission. Admittedly, planning permission isn’t the most exciting part of designing an orangery or conservatory, but arguably it is the most important. This is especially true for properties in Conservation Areas or listed properties. Thankfully, at Hampton Conservatories our expert …