Outdoor SunSpaces News

Our Panorama SunSpaces with sliding glass doors are incredibly popular, especially at this time of year! 

They feature stylish 10mm thick sliding doors that allow you to feel completely submerged and in-touch with your garden. It is starting to get warmer but British weather can be very unpredictable. Our Panorama SunSpaces will do their best to keep you dry in unexpected rainstorms while still allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors. This SunSpace will help you make the most of your garden through spring, summer and even into autumn! 

In this blog, we take a close look at a Panorama SunSpace that was installed for one of our clients. This client added a SunSpace and a raised deck to make the most of their outdoor space - and the results are breathtaking!

Furniture & Shrubs:

The sleek Panorama Garden Room is a great match for contemporary outdoor furniture and the customer did a great job of giving their new deck a green finish with wonderful shrubs! Our panorama rooms are excellent for viewing your garden and surroundings, our client will be able to observe their whole garden from the comfort of their new Sunspace.

Choose Your Size & Colour:

Our glass rooms are available in almost any size, and while we only offer three colours as standard (Graphite Grey, White and Cream), we can also use customised RAL colours to ensure that your garden room is exactly what you want it to be. 

Our Panorama SunSpaces add the perfect contemporary touch to any outdoor space. To enquire about ordering a Panorama Garden Room call 029 2037 1575 or email info@sunspaces, or click the button below to browse!

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Choosing to invest in a Sunspace that will enhance your everyday way of life and potentially add value to your property is rather exciting. But it can be daunting too. There are many companies offering a variety of choices. From simple covered patios and small conservatories to larger versions and garden rooms there are many on the market. However, SunSpaces offer a unique way to navigate the process of choosing, designing and constructing the right sunspace for you. 

Variety and innovation
There are many options that will allow you to add a sunspace to your home. It could be a small covered area, veranda, awning, or glass extension or garden room. All homes can benefit from any one of these, regardless of size if designed and constructed properly. 

Apart from design and construction, the choice of materials can hugely influence the quality and appeal. SunSpaces use only robust and rustproof aluminium for the construction of frames. Laminated glass or an extremely durable polycarbonate is used for walls and roofs. These materials are not only very durable to stand the test of time and weather but are also timeless in visual appeal. By using these innovative materials SunSpaces can provide solutions to every design need and therefore offer a variety of design and innovative, durable timeless constructions. 

Flexibility
One of the issues related to engaging a company to turn your concept of a Sunspace into reality is the limitations of both the materials they use and their expertise and ability. This means that standard sizes are handled with ease but anything beyond presents a challenge. This limits the design and personal choice of the whole project. SunSpaces are not bound by these limitations. 

At SunSpaces we offer complete flexibility, this means there is maximum potential to realise the sunspace of your dreams. Materials do not present a problem. Those that we choose are supplied in larger, broader sizes than usual but we are not confined by this and can adjust to any need. Large or unusual shaped gardens do not present a problem. 

A complete solution
Sometimes there are simply too many people involved in the design, construction and completion of a sunspace. Apart from often increasing the final costs of a project, it can introduce delays, differences of opinion and perhaps most worryingly confusion. The customer’s original concept may become altered to fit the restrictions and limitations in those involved in executing it. A company that can offer service from initial consultation to design, construction and support throughout without “outsourcing” will deliver a better service. SunSpaces are able to offer this so start your journey here with us. 

Why choose SunSpaces
Whatever you choose to imagine as your ideal sunspace, SunSpaces can provide the quality and design necessary to make it a reality. We can offer free advice as well as free site visiting and surveying and complete in-house service from start to finish.

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With the digital age that we now live in becoming bigger and bigger as time passes, the need for real, human interactions and connections has never been greater and going into the new year, your outdoor living space can play a vital role in making these connections happen. 

The once simple patio with weatherproof furniture and bbq, which has worked for so many people for so many years, just isn't enough anymore. People now want a comfortable space where they are able to relax and connect with family and friends that match and in most cases surpass, the comfort of their indoor spaces. With this in mind, we take a look at some of the predominant outdoor living trends that can be expected to continue gaining popularity in 2019.

Combine with Nature 

(Pictured: Serenity Veranda)

One of the most exciting up-and-coming trends is to combine or 'entangle' hardscape installations with the surrounding nature and landscape, which can be achieved in a number of different ways. For example, installing a detached veranda in an area of your garden surrounded by beautiful greenery or placing plants and flowers inside to create a natural environment within it. 

Contemporary Design

(Pictured: Compact Awning)

2019 will most definitely see many homeowners continue following the trend of transforming their outdoor living spaces to match the clean lines of contemporary design found within their inside spaces. People often associate textures and colours with contemporary design, so we can expect this to continue over the next 12 months. Another aspect of the contemporary trend focuses on monochromatic colour schemes with bright pops of colour.

Transitioning Inside to Outside

(Pictured: Sanctuary Garden Room)

One of the biggest outdoor living trends for 2019 is distorting the line between indoors and outdoors. This usually involves a lot more than just patio doors and windows, with a number of our SunSpaces providing the perfect opportunity to achieve just this! A garden room is a perfect solution if you're looking to extend your outside living area and with a number of additional features available such as lighting and heating, you are able to make the transition feel even easier. 

Grey & Greige Tones

(Pictured: Graphite Grey Outlook Veranda)

From light grey to darker charcoal colours, grey continued to dominate indoor and outdoor colour trends in 2018 and we do not expect this to slow down anytime soon! However, a recent trend has started which sees colours leaning back towards warmer tones, resulting in the rise of 'greige', a fine blend of grey and beige tones. Homeowners are expected to utilise these tones into new hardscapes, taking advantage of its ability to work extremely well with both cool and warm design palettes. 

Our collection of SunSpaces is perfect if you're looking to capitalise on any of these outdoor living trends in 2019! For more information about any of the listed products or our range of SunSpaces, please do not hesitate to contact us today!

(Pictured: Aspire Veranda)

A veranda is a structure built to the front, side or rear part of your house designed to provide you with shelter or used as a sun trap.

Types of verandas

It is rare to find verandas that are identical. This is because they tend to be customized to suit the owners’ needs. However, there are 2 main types of verandas;

Traditional or Victorian Veranda - Made from wrought iron, these verandas tend to have a roof containing glass panels and columns with quarter arches at the top.

Contemporary Veranda - Ideal for the more modern property, these sleek verandas have a durable, sleek aluminium structure, with either glass or polycarbonate roof panels.

The purpose of a veranda

Verandas usually often serve a variety of purposes, depending on the reasons and places fitted. The main reasons, however, are to provide an outdoor shelter where you can enjoy your outdoor area regardless of the weather conditions prevailing. Secondly, verandas enhance the look of your home. We can help you decide upon the best design to suit your property to provide a SunSpace that accentuates the look of your home.

The benefits of a veranda

You might be wondering why you should install a veranda to your home. Well, there are a variety of benefits to reap from the installation of a veranda:

• An additional room - An additional room is always a bonus for any family home. This added space can be used to put your feet up or even as a children's play area. This added space will serve as a great place to dine with the family and spend time with each other, just as your garden is in the summertime. You can also use the additional space for storage, where you can have peace of mind knowing your items are safe from the rain.

• Entertainment - Hosting social events is often a great challenge. The addition of the veranda provides all essential outdoor space under cover for those inclement British days. Ideal as a shelter from those scorching days (we hope!) or as protection for those breezy days, the veranda space can be used for dining requirements, for lounging requirements, or a place for the kids to play.

• Aesthetics - Ever noticed the difference between homes with verandas and those without? A house with a veranda looks complete and pleasing to look at. A veranda adds charm and a feeling of completeness to a house. Though verandas come in different styles, the end result is the same… the aesthetics are enhanced!

• Value - In terms of real estate, an exterior addition to a property most often makes the difference in prices. A veranda can boost the value of a house by up to £15,493.80. It not only improves the aesthetics of a house but it can also double up as an additional room.

• Space - Living with family is a wonderful experience, you get to watch your kids play around and also as they grow older. But sometimes you need a getaway place to reflect and do your work. A veranda provides the getaway space that you need! The additional space is ideal for enjoying a quiet time without the pressures of other family members. A veranda can also serve as an additional storage space for items like bicycles and toys.

With the information on verandas, it is prudent to fit one in your home. You will not regret the choice. Need further information on why you should choose a veranda for your home? Click below to contact us or view our range of Verandas!

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Having a practical and welcoming dining area in your home is essential, especially if you regularly entertain guests. Finding the best dining solution is often tough and most people want to make the most of their available space. Creating a SunSpace dining toom allows you to feel in touch with your garden and protected from the elements while you and your guests relax and share a meal.

Adding an outdoor dining room creates a homely feel to any garden, patio, or exterior space. The transparent and translucent roof options let in a huge amount of natural light. You can eat breakfast in the morning sun, dinner while watching the sunset or enjoy drinks while admiring the stars at night, all from the comfort of your SunSpace. Our CAD specialists will help you design an outdoor dining area that will optimise the available space that you have in your garden, so don't worry if your garden is an unusual shape or size.

We pride ourselves on offering a solution to all-year-round outdoor dining. Most of us totally dismiss the idea of eating outside as soon as the Autumn and Winter months come around. With SunSpaces' garden rooms there is no need to disregard the garden as an enjoyable and beautiful place to dine, at any time of the year.

Most of the garden rooms we offer require no planning permission and can be easily assembled without the need for builders, making them an incredibly hassle-free way to expand and enhance your dining room. 

Why not accessorise your SunSpace with remote controlled lights and heaters to create a delightfully cosy atmosphere? 

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We are proud to provide additional outdoor space for enjoying time with loved ones. Order your Free brochure and 3D design to help transform your outdoor living space, or if you have any further questions. 

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