The Oliphants in Brentwood, Essex, last year moved into a new build house which benefited from a large glazed roof to the open plan kitchen / diner complimented with bi-fold doors that lead out onto the terrace, allowing an abundance of natural light to flood into the heart of…
A report published last week revealed many UK nurseries offer inadequate outside space
You may have noticed a number of conservatories available today include some form of “magic glass,” such as solar glazing and tinted roofs, supposedly designed to limit the amount of heat reaching the conservatory.
When extended, the blind stops excessive solar heat gain and glare, along with providing privacy from overlooking buildings. Last week new research revealed as many as four out…
Following the cold, dark and sometimes uninspiring Winter days, many of us will be waiting in anticipation for the lighter and
A recent report has revealed street lights are interrupting the sleep of millions of people in urban areas around the world, with those living in towns and cities of more than 500,000 people at the greatest risk of excessive light exposure. The study, which featured 15,863 participants, looked at individual’s…
Following a busy few months preparing for the first of this year’s exhibitions, Caribbean Blinds are thrilled to be returning to Ecobuild this week. The exhibition, which is the UK’s leading event for sustainable design and construction, runs from 8th-10th of March at Excel, London. The…
Due to the sun's lower position in the sky during the Winter months, we've recently experienced lots of bright and sunny weather conditions. However, as much we appreciate these sun-filled days, the sun's increased intensity along with its lower orientation in the sky can leave us dazzled…
Situated in the heart of the Cotswolds, Hill Barn was once a derelict 300-year-old stone structure on the verge of collapse, desperately in need of restoration. But due to the barn’s location in an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, obtaining planning permission to overhaul the construction was always going…
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