Project
Glass Box, Bowdon, Cheshire
A black-framed glass box in Bowdon, Cheshire — glass roof, corner glazing and wide Cortizo sliding doors set against warm brick.
Project
📍 Bowdon, Cheshire
Glass Box
A frameless glass box extension in Cumbria, built to frame the Lake District views.
Cumbria
Glass Box extensions
Project Overview
OUR LATEST GLASS BOX EXTENSION
We have recently completed our latest glass box extension in Keswick which was a completely bespoke design to enable the property owners to achieve a modern increase in footprint whilst maintaining the historic presence of the farm house.
AND HERE IS HOW WE DID IT
After our initial site survey and quotation our in house design team presented the client with architectural renders of the new extension in situ with the clients existing property. Our design process also allows for the latest computer modeling to determine the u-values and other thermal properties of the extension ensuring all building regulations as well as client specifications can be met before construction is started. This gives the client the opportunity to make any changes in materials and specifications before we start. ( i.e the client changed from timber slats around the entrance to stone work ) This was a turnkey project completed by us, from initial phone call to the end sign off our team at James Price Structural glazing handled the entire process for the client.
THE GLASS ROOF LIGHTS
The roof and supports are built from timber cut onsite to mm precision by our joinery team. The roof is designed to provide structure and allow the light to flow into the extension whilst also blending into the local rural landscape to complement the clients dwelling. We installed our signature flat glass roof lights as they have a low profile and allow for the use of a variety of glass types and coating which we manufacture in house . The large slim line sliding doors really finish this property providing a seamless link between the property and its tranquil surroundings. The doors chosen by the client where from our premium Infinium range and the frames and glass where custom designed and built for this bespoke project. The aluminium frames are coated in anthracite grey and have a low profile sill which all maximise the internal space without compromising on structure or security Contact us today and we are happy to provide you with your very own quoation and to eplain all the options available to you allowing you to enhance your property
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