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A CLASSY DESIGN AND A QUALITY BUILD
Malbrook pride themselves in the wonderful feedback they get from happy clients. Their service before and during the build process is second to none, as is their after-sales service.
Here are just a few quotes from recent customers:
“A classy design and a quality build”, Mr Scott of Sussex.
“I am delighted with our new room……… the attention to details have really made it. Mrs Fisher of Oxfordshire
“I was impressed by the skill and care and the overall quality of all the workmanship” , Mr Knowles of South London
“We are so DELIGHTED. We cannot praise enough your magnificent team.” Mr & Mrs Douglas in Richmond.
Images of these projects are available in high resolution. Please contact Jackie on info@malbrook.co.uk for further information.
June 2009
IMPROVING YOUR ENVIRONMENT – INVEST IN YOUR PROPERTY
Recently, the concept of a conservatory as a predominantly glazed additional room has evolved dramatically, as householders become more confident at thinking about remodelling their homes, often inspired by various popular TV property shows.
“We are finding that a lot of clients are using this recession to enhance their property. Instead of a poor return on their savings in the bank they are adding glazed areas to bring light and space into previously gloomy areas. This can only help your property hold or increase its value in the long term as well as bring you a more enjoyable living space in the shorter term,” says Jackie Savage (a co-founder of Malbrook). “As the saying goes – DON’T MOVE – IMPROVE!”.
The predominant focus of current conservatory projects would be to link the kitchen/dining area of a dwelling with the outside world, so that there is a link between the primary hub of a home and the garden.
Contemporary designs for conservatories often seek to introduce simple shapes to glazed roofs, effectively achieved by setting glass lanterns into narrow flat areas, and may generally be defined as ‘orangeries’.
Current trends in conservatory design focus primarily on the development of efficient and practical folding and sliding door systems that allow unencumbered wide openings to be considered, often featuring a minimal threshold. Fully glazed doors can be arranged to fold and stack and their track can be in a straight or curved line, to display panoramic views and a greater sense of depth.
For images and more information please visit www.malbrook.co.uk or contact Malbrook on 020 8780 5522 or info@malbrook.co.uk to arrange for a design consultation.
March 2009
SUSTAINABILITY AND LOCAL RESOURCES
Malbrook Conservatories specialise in the design and production of glazed, timber structures using traditional joinery expertise designed specifically for their intended locations.
Selected hardwood from sustainable sources is used, together with the highest specification low-emissivity double-glazing products. The joinery and glass workshops in Sussex are staffed by local craftsmen. Other materials are sourced as locally as possible. Trustworthy contractors undertake all aspects of the associated construction works, and can project-manage the building process and advise on specific topics, from lighting to landscaping.
Furthermore, the experienced and comprehensive service includes all aspects of the Planning and Conservation processes, with preparation and submission of planning and listed building consent applications as required.
Images and information available: contact Jackie on info@malbrook.co.uk
January 2009
FOLDING SLIDING DOORS
BRINGING THE GARDEN INTO THE HOME
Harwood framed double glazed folding sliding doors allow the rear of the house to be opened up to 90% bringing the garden into the home and maximising light and space.
Traditional methods, incorporating technical advances, are used in the Sussex workshops.
“We find that folding sliding doors can be incorporated into most Conservatory or Orangery designs”, says Ian Harvey (Chief Surveyor), “a line of fully glazed doors can be arranged to fold or stack internally or, more often, externally, and their track can be in a straight line or even curved, to display panoramic reflections and greater sense of depth.”
See our website PORTFOLIO or email Jackie on info@malbrook.co.uk for high resolution images.
December 2008
ORANGERIES and ROOF LANTERNS
An Orangery is often in the form of a roof lantern or two inset into a flat roof with folding sliding (or French) doors opening up the whole space to the garden and allowing light to flood into the adjoining rooms.
“Originally the orangery type greenhouse was developed of the cultivation of orange trees in the cool British climate” says Mark Wild (one of Malbrook’s talented designers). “Now it is used a word to describe an alternative to a conservatory featuring less glazing in the roof and sides and more use of brick or stone work.”
An Orangery is a delightful addition to any home, even the smallest roof lantern can allow light into areas that were previously quite gloomy.
For more information contact Jackie on info@malbrook.co.uk or see the PORTFOLIO collection on www.malbrook.co.uk
November 2008
PRESS RELEASE
Malbrook Conservatories and Orangeries
Jackie Savage says:
“A lot of our clients are very keen gardeners and they find that the addition of a Conservatory or Orangery or Garden Room will not only give them much needed added living space but also the chance to grow beautiful tropical plants as well.
If you would like to grow such beauties as Orchids, Abutilon, Dipladenia, Citrus, Bougainvillea, Plumbago and Strelitzia (as shown in the photographs), then look for a company that will give you advice early on in the planning stage. You need to discuss light levels, humidity, heating, flooring, shading, ventilation and planting beds. Expect such advice to ensure you have no regrets later on. For example to ensure Bougainvillea blooms freely an in-ground bed and the right orientation are essential. Malbrook recommend the services of a plant specialist who works closely with the company.
Plants (and people) thrive in the proper environment and you should insist on the use of high quality hardwood frame with argon filled, low emissivity, double glazed units to ensure insulation which will satisfy the most recent building regulations.
I think the real pleasure of a conservatory (especially for a keen gardener) is in winter. You can listen to music, read and enjoy a glass of wine or even a gin and tonic with lemon from your own tree! It’s like being on a tropical holiday without leaving home!”
Photographs available on request
Jackie Savage
020 8780 5522
info@malbrook.co.uk
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