Case Studies

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.

“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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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 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”