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, […]
Behind The Scenes at The Randolph
As Inspector Morse once said, “The secret of a happy life, is to know when to stop and then to go that little bit further.” At Storm Windows, we always like to go further for our clients, and during our recent work in Oxford, we did just that in one of the fictional detective’s former […]
Crafting a Future for Caernarfon’s Porth Mawr
The East Gate in Caernarfon, known in Welsh as Y Porth Mawr (the large gate) formed part of the town’s extensive Medieval fortifications. Porth Mawr was the main landward entrance to the borough and once housed the Exchequer. In fact, Porth Mawr was effectively the financial and administrative centre for the shire counties of North […]
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 […]
Sharing our passion for heritage windows at The Listed Property Show
The Listed Property Show, which this year was held at Olympia, London from 2 to 3rd February, is always an important event in the heritage building calendar. It’s a great opportunity for owners and managers of heritage and listed buildings to meet skilled craftspeople, specialists, and companies who provide the specialised services these buildings often […]
Our work on Robert Dudley’s grand gesture
Designed to help turn the head of a Queen, the gatehouse at Kenilworth Castle was part of an expensive statement of intent from the castle’s then-owner, Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester. Dudley was convinced he could impress Queen Elizabeth I with his wealth and taste on her first visit to the castle, but it was […]
Creating parish rooms fit for purpose
Westwood is a thriving community of around 1,100 souls in Wiltshire. The Parish Rooms are at the heart of village life, hosting a range of activities and events throughout the year from yoga to art groups, choirs and regular village lunches. The rooms are also available for hire for family and other events and are […]
Save The Date: The Listed Property Show 2024
The Listed Property Show 2024 will be taking place at Olympia, London from 2nd to 3rd February. If you own or manage a listed or heritage property it’s a must-attend event. There you can meet a huge range of listed building suppliers and experts, all of whom will be happy to answer your questions and […]