Most people extend for space, but what makes a new kitchen or family room feel special is light. Getting it right is about more than adding as much glass as possible: where the light comes from, how much heat comes with it and how the glass is framed all matter. Here our team sets out how we approach the glazing in an extension, from the back wall to the roof. Start with orientation Before you choose products, look at which way the extension faces. South- and west-facing glas

Buying bifold doors is one of the bigger investments you will make in your home, and they are used every single day. Two sets can look almost identical in a showroom yet perform very differently after a few winters. This bifold door buying guide sets out the six things our team asks every client to check before signing an order. Buying bifold doors: why the details matter Bifolds are a large moving wall of glass. The frame, locks, seals, threshold and running gear all have to

Ask most UK homeowners to describe their dream property and a garden features near the top of the list. You do not need to move to enjoy yours more: with the right doors and a few considered choices, your house and garden can flow together as one space. Below, our team shares the indoor outdoor living ideas we return to again and again, from doors and thresholds to flooring, colour and planting. Why indoor-outdoor living matters Research by Origin found that 80% of homeowners

The threshold is the least glamorous part of a bifold door, yet it quietly decides how well your doors keep out rain and draughts and whether you step or stroll from kitchen to patio. Bifold door thresholds come in a few different forms, and choosing the right one early saves a lot of compromise later. In this guide, our team explains each option, how drainage works and what to ask before your doors are made. What is a bifold door threshold? The threshold is the track at floo