Double Glazing Bristol & Bath

Local authorities monitor and approve requests to fit uPVC windows in conservation sites, where like-for-like replacements are normally mandatory. Until recently, timber was regarded as the best material for the job.

Getting planning permission to use uPVC windows for refurbishment or repair projects is easier than it used to be. Advancements in window design mean that uPVC is approved for use in conservation sites by local councils more often.

“Panoramic as a company, excellent service. James, their main salesman, was very attentive. The hoops that we put him through, I’m surprised he didn’t give up on us. He’d answered all our questions. He was brilliant.”

– Des Wighton, chairman of the Monkton Village committee.

Monkton Hall has been at the heart of the village community for close to a hundred years and is a place where locals can socialise and hold events. The existing windows however hadn’t been looked at in a long time, and the single glazing was getting very draughty. The local team were hoping to get them replaced but needed like-for-like windows that matched the historic designs.

“My family’s been around here for a long time. The house was originally a two-bed cottage, and we were kind of all sort of squeezed into it. We have three children, so we’ve now turned it into like a four-bed property. Basically renovate the house, make it bigger, get new windows…”

– Ian Watkins

Lifelong punk fan Mr Watkins had committed to a very big project to increase the size of his countryside house and approached Panoramic about installing new windows. He was looking for something sturdy and attractive, and due to the nature of the job, was hoping to find a company that could collaborate smoothly with the other professionals on-site. We liaised with him and the other home improvement specialists involved and soon came up with a suitable solution.

“We’ve got beautiful views here and we wanted to maximise the views out of the windows. Our house isn’t your usual house. It’s got quite a lot of bespoke windows. We’ve got a swimming pool, we’ve got French windows. There are archways, there are apexes and Panoramic were able to facilitate and design and implement those windows. A lot of other companies wouldn’t do that.” 

– Amie McCarthy

The McCarthy family got in touch with us because their existing windows were showing their age. They had several old uPVC windows that were no longer performing at their best and didn’t really match the decor, so were hoping for some replacements.

Notably, we weren’t the first company they’d contacted but several of our competitors turned the job down because of the shapes involved. The McCarthy house had numerous shaped windows, with curves and arches outside the standard shape and this presented a unique challenge. At Panoramic, we’re used to dealing with unusual designs so were happy to help out.

Ultimate Rose replacement upvc sliding sash windows in Conservation Area.

Mr Hall wanted to replace the old single glazed, rotten, timber sliding sash windows in his top-floor property in the Sneyd Park Conservation Area in Bristol. The local Planning Authority had initially insisted on timber replacement windows but Mr Hall was convinced that the alternatives offered by Panoramic were not only more efficient and maintenance-free, but also would give the property a better overall aspect after fitting.

Panoramic helped Mr Hall to challenge the Planning Authority’s decision by providing drawings, samples and advice. Having shown creditable persistence and fortitude, Mr Hall won his battle and was given permission to fit Ultimate Rose sliding sash windows.

Evolution Storm 2 windows in large family house in secluded, exclusive cul-de-sac

Mr Jones had been looking for low-maintenance, high-performance windows and doors for his large detached house in Long Ashton. They would replace the original timber products which badly needed repairs and maintenance. Mr Jones visited Panoramic’s Showroom and selected our Evolution timber alternative products

Mr & Mrs Lilley had moved to an old church house just outside the Somerset town of Shepton Mallett. The property featured stone mullions in the windows and was suffering from water ingress both through the stone and through the existing aluminium window frames.

They wanted to keep or increase the amount of light in the property by using slimline profiles to maximise the glass area. Having visited the Panoramic showroom, Mr & Mrs Lilley considered Crittall steel Homelight windows and, on our recommendation, Slimline aluminium alternatives.

New customer Mr Howard contacted Panoramic originally to look at internal metal screens for the basement area of his house in Bradford on Avon. He wanted to provide room dividers between a utility area, a gym and a living space, with a modern look and utilising as much light as possible

The Awan family bought their period home always knowing that an investment would be needed.  There were old white aluminium windows that had long since past their best-before-date and several windows with period stained glass that needed to be restored.

Our customer had bought a 1930’s property in Watchet in Somerset with extensive views of the coastline and Exmoor. The existing windows in the property were not in keeping with the decor and the customer was very keen to enhance the property’s period features. They wanted to steel windows in a style similar to what would have been in place when it was built and we had just the thing.

19 Somerset Lane in Bath is a superbly designed new build house situated just behind Lansdown Terrace in a one acre site. The new property boasts excellent southerly views over the city.

Working with existing customer Annexe, Panoramic was asked to look at the requirements for doors and windows for a new project in Bath. The proposed modern take on a Bath Terrace featured four 3-storey properties with a fifth detached apartment overlooking the beautiful Lyncombe Valley towards Combe Down. The Developer wanted to utilise natural light by maximising glass area and making the most of the stunning views to the rear of the property.

Mr & Mrs Taber had old wooden double glazed windows in their 1970’s family house in North Somerset. They had been looking at replacing all the windows and doors for some time but were looking for an alternative to timber that was low maintenance but retained the character of the house. They were keen to have a flush window with the look of wood and at the same time wanted a new colour that set of the stone finish of the property.

Our client contacted Panoramic during the early planning stages for a luxury townhouse in Georgian Bath. The project was a new build in Bath Stone and there was a considerable requirement for windows and doors. In keeping with the quality of materials used throughout the house, the client specified an engineered hardwood for all the windows and doors. Finished in Anthracite grey, the requirement included a large number of bifold doors including two 3.5m examples off the spacious kitchen/diner.

The owners of this beautiful stone farmhouse in North Somerset wanted to replace their old steel Crittall windows with modern equivalents while maintaining the character and visual appeal of the property. The home is a listed building in a conservation area and the owners contacted the local council to put apply for permission. At the same time they contacted Panoramic for advice and guidance on finding the right products for their project.

Panoramic were able to help the client with all the required technical drawings and information and worked with them and the Council’s Conservation Officer, to produce windows and doors that met both the council’s and the clients exacting requirements.

Retired couple Mr and Mrs Banks were looking for replacement steel windows with double glazed units in there cottage near Evesham. They wanted to maintain the character of the property and also needed to replicate the lead pattern from the existing windows.

Mr and Mrs Masters contacted Panoramic Windows after receiving notification from their local council that the aluminium windows that they had had fitted were not in keeping with the Conservation Area in Wells. They were informed that they would have to refit the original steel windows that had been in place. This was clearly impossible, so Panoramic specified Crittall homelight windows with slimline double glazed units to replace the aluminium installation

The addition of a third floor required fire-rated doors between the kitchen and the staircase. The dining room, sandwiched in the centre of the property, was without the benefit of an exterior window. Significantly, the redesign had to capture light from the front and rear of the property, to illuminate this room. The Chapman’s Architect, David Mills, recommended a fire-rated glazed partition and door to meet building regulations.

Mr & Mrs Roberts have recently moved to a modern property near Wells in Somerset. With a young family, they were looking at replacing the original wooden windows and doors in the house with something more contemporary and good looking. They also wanted efficiency and low maintenance from whatever they chose.

Panoramic worked with existing customer Simple Simon Design of Bristol to design and specify flush windows and doors for a refurbishment project in an 18th century pub in the village of Litton in North Somerset. The brief was to work with the client, the designer and the contractor to provide a design, supply and full window and door installation service to fit in with a tight project deadline.

Mr and Mrs Rose had been looking for an orangery or conservatory for the rear aspect of their detached house in a small village in North Somerset for some time, when they visited the Panoramic Showroom last year. When the saw the Skyroom on display they immediately concluded that they had found the right product. After an initial survey, a design for a 6 metre x 3.5 metre building with aluminium windows and bifold doors was agreed on.

The time had come for the Hardings to give their lovely detached home a little lift.  Their home benefits from a stunning pastoral view over the rolling fields towards a tree capped hill in the distance.  The existing windows were timber and no longer performing efficiently.  However, it was essential that the 19 new windows had as much glass as possible without being excessive in price.

Our customer was carrying out extensive works on his detached property in South Gloucestershire including the building of an extension to create more space and light for this family home. Panoramic were asked to design and install windows and doors both for the extension and the main house. The customer chose a particular RAL colour which fitted in with the design and aesthetic of the new extension.

The Evolution Storm 2, exclusive to Panoramic, has been demonstrated to the planning authorities in Bristol and has been deemed a suitable replacement for timber windows in a conservation area. The unique storm window retains the elegant slim proportions of traditional hardwood windows. The timber style jointing system combined with an unparalleled attention to detail make it difficult to believe it isn’t wood.

As a result they have been approved for use in many sensitive conservation areas throughout the UK.

Furthermore the window range are ‘A’ rated for energy performance and the use of the latest generation of modern materials means minimal maintenance, enhanced security and lower costs compared to timber windows.

The Storm 2, exclusive to Panoramic, has demonstrated that it is suitable to the planning authorities in Bristol as a suitable replacement for timber windows in a conservation area. The Unique storm window retains the elegant slim proportions of traditional hardwood windows. The timber style jointing system combined with an unparalleled attention to detail make it difficult to believe it isn’t wood.

As a result they have been approved for use in many sensitive conservation areas throughout the UK.

Furthermore the window range are ‘A’ rated for energy performance and the use of the latest generation of modern materials means minimal maintenance, enhanced security and lower costs compared to timber windows.

The Homeowner was delighted to have retained the character of the property whilst gaining from benefits of modern window technology. In his own words “these windows have proved to be an excellent choice, the detail is superb they just look so authentic”