Case Studies / Casement Windows

A crucial factor to this replacement project was upgrading the old timber windows and doors with improved performance features such as energy efficiency and air tightness. However, maintaining the original slim, elegant design of the windows and doors was critical to keeping the historic appeal of the building.

The client was unsure about what type of patio door style he should use for his new extension project. After visiting and talking to one of Marvin's senior design technicians in the showroom in Brentford, the client was able to assess what value they wanted to get out of their new patio doors.

Having previously renovated their house in 2014, this homeowner had planned to install a replication of their previous windows and doors with accurate attention to detail. Only the front wall was retained after the renovation process. This was a stipulation of their successful planning application for a large extension to the rear.

Built in the Edwardian style in a conservation area, this home is a spacious 3000sq ft. home, 4 stories high with classical proportions including high ceilings, gracious reception rooms at first floor level and a kitchen/family room in the basement. The window style is typical of the Edwardian period: the emphasis on long casement windows with awnings above.

Brook Community Primary School required all existing windows to be replaced with historically accurate replicas in line with the strict policy of the local conservation listing.