Hodgson Case Study

Luxury orangery extension project planning

For this extension upgrade project, the Lifestyle Windows installation team travelled to the town of West Bridgford just south of Nottingham city centre. Our clients for this project were impressed by the product knowledge demonstrated by the Lifestyle Windows team when they met at our showroom earlier in the year.

After an initial discussion, the Lifestyle Windows team created architect’s working drawings and made structural calculations to demonstrate what was possible with this extension project. They made recommendations as to which products to use and offered advice on the best styles and configurations for the orangery’s windows, doors, and roof. They also liaised with the local authority to ensure that building control approval was obtained before the project began.

Ultraframe UltraSKY lantern roof

Following the client’s request for a year-round usable living space, we built a bespoke orangery with a high performing UltraSKY lantern roof. The orangery’s brick-built structure provided the basis for an extension that would bridge the gap between the light and airy feel of a conservatory and the cosier atmosphere of a traditional extension.

The UltraSKY lantern roof was installed into a flat perimeter roof with stepped cornice and matching guttering. The triangular design of the lantern roof helps to boost natural light intake to create a bright and airy interior environment.
Inside the extension, the ceiling features a smooth plastered finish with integrated spotlights that complement the interior solid wall sections. The ceiling and walls are both painted white to create the perfect contrast with the jet-black window and door frames.

Origin OB49 bifold doors and OW-80 windows

For the glazing element of the project, we installed a set of Origin OB49 bifold doors to open out onto a small patio area. The bifold doors feature three sliding folding door leafs that can be fully opened to create a seamless transition from interior to exterior living areas. When closed, their super-slim sightlines help to optimise natural light intake and provide uninterrupted exterior views.

On the side of the orangery adjacent to the bifold doors, we installed an extra-large double window that reaches almost from floor to ceiling to create a wall of glass effect. On the wall opposite the bifold doors, we installed two smaller windows to further enhance natural light intake and create a stylish symmetry to the extension’s aesthetic. All window frames were finished in jet-black to create an understated modern appearance.

Another happy Lifestyle Windows customer

The Hodgson family were absolutely delighted with the completed installation and left us this glowing customer testimonial:

‘We absolutely love our new orangery. We met Damian, and Chris at their showrooms and they helped to bring an idea to fruition. They made lots of helpful design suggestions and delivered a fantastic product. Chris reassured us they the doors would fit the look we were going for, and it just goes to show he knows his stuff, in situ the doors are just right, AWESOME!

The whole process from start to finish was smooth and despite most of the work being undertaken in horrible conditions the team were always very tidy and cheerful, helped along by my team making abilities! The guys on site were always punctual and kept us fully informed. Any issues, which were only ever small, were quickly dealt with, we couldn’t have been happier.

One of us is an Engineer so expectations were high, Lifestyle rose to the challenge and exceeded our expectations. We were so impressed with them we asked them to replace our upstairs windows too. I would not hesitate to recommend Lifestyle to anyone. Thanks guys.’