Cranbrook and Sissinghurst in Kent are famous around the world as the home of Sissinghurst Castle. Purchased by Harold Nicolson and Vita Sackville West in 1930, it became a refuge for the couple, who created an iconic English country garden that still attracts thousands of visitors every year. Cranbrook Vestry Hall may not be as […]
A return to the Royal Hospital Chelsea
The Royal Hospital Chelsea dates back to the 17th century as a purpose-built safe haven for elderly veterans, the famous Chelsea Pensioners. Commissioned by King Charles II, this incredible building has been showing its age over recent decades and has recently undergone a programme of major refurbishment and modernisation. As part of the refurbishment process, […]
We’re leading the way on sustainability
Across the glazing industry, research and development are leading to breakthroughs in sustainability. ORAÉ®, the world’s first EPD-verified low-carbon glass, has been developed with sustainability in mind, reducing carbon emissions without compromising the quality and appearance of the glass. Incorporating 64% recycled materials, it has a low carbon footprint of just 6.64 kg of CO2 […]
A domestic revamp in Edinburgh – the Athens of the North
Edinburgh was once termed ‘the Athens of the North’ as it combined stunning architectural gems, and an undulating landscape, and was home to some of the world’s greatest philosophers. Today, the city is a vibrant mix of the old and the new, with historic buildings from different periods having a range of maintenance and restoration […]
Two Historic Properties in Bath
The beautiful city of Bath has a long history. Taking its name from the Roman-built baths, it was founded in c. 60 AD by the Mediterranean invaders, when it became ‘Aquae Sulis’ or ‘the waters of Sul’. Nestling in the valley of the River Avon, the city is today as famous for its stunning Georgian […]
A new start for Faith House
Faith House in Tufton Street, Westminster is an attractive grade II listed building with a fascinating history. Designed by the renowned Edwardian architect, Sir Edwin Lutyens, Faith House was built as the Church Institute for St John’s between 1905-07. It was subsequently taken over by the Society of the Faith, an Anglo-Catholic organisation that still […]
Come and meet the team at The Listed Property Show 2023
This year’s Listed Property Show is being held at Olympia, London on 3-4th February. It’s always an event we look forward to and a great opportunity to meet listed property owners, as well as other heritage building professionals. It’s a fantastic gathering, where people who are passionate about the UK’s incredible built heritage get together […]
Our ongoing work with the National Trust
The National Trust is the UK’s premier conservation organisation and has a membership of over 5 million people. As well as managing vast tracts of countryside, the Trust has a large portfolio of historic properties from the grand to the humble. Many of these are open to the public, and others are available as holiday […]
A UK leader in curved-in-plan units
2022 has seen a real rise in the popularity of Curved-In-Plan Units. These are a specialist window design that requires careful design and planning. Because of the degree of specialism involved, Storm Windows is one of the few companies in the UK that provide this particular product. Not only do we create slimline units with […]
Watch our Royal Hospital Chelsea Video
The Royal Chelsea Hospital is one of the UK’s most iconic buildings. It’s home to those famous redcoats, the Chelsea Pensioners, each of whom is a deserved beneficiary of this purpose-built safe haven for elderly veterans. It was initiated by King Charles II in the 17th century and the 300 veterans who live there have […]