This conservatory was cleverly designed to make use of the space available by utilising the garage wall within the design. Of course, we had to build up and insulate the wall so that the heat loss was minimised in order to comply with building regulations. The plastered finish and door through to the garage make the conservatory look less of an add-on and more like an integral part of the house. An example of how employing a good designer (ours come free!) can save money as well as add value to your home. Read More
For the second time in just three months, the national magazine title Move or Improve? has selected an Admiral conservatory to feature in the magazine. The conservatory in Stevenage, is a large box gutter design that links the house to an study at the rear of the garage. See more in the October Conservatory of the Month. Read More
We are often asked to fit conservatories into a corner where the existing walls are a great help but occasionally we are requested to design on to an external corner of the house. Clever use of box gutters can allow a conservatory to still be erected with a steep pitched roof as is the case here.Having thought a conservatory was not possible, the clients are now delighted to be able to view their lovely garden and surrounding countryside from this lovely house on a hill. Read More
September saw the first anniversary of our being appointed authorised distributors for timberwindows.com the industries most innovative window and door manufacturer. From its bases in Oxford and cyberspace, timberwindows.com has taken the industry by storm with its unique website facilities and magnificent product range. They report a first year turnover that has exceeded target by 900%. We concur with these figures at Admiral. Our visits to the website for timber products vastly out number those for PVC windows and doors. Timber it would appear is definitely back in style!… Read More
Move or Improve? have selected this installation to feature in their December issue. We are proud to have been selected to appear twice in such a prestigious publication. The conservatory was required to link the new kitchen to an upgraded study at the rear of the garage. Admiral completed the study upgrade as well as the conservatory with the approval and inspections of Stevenage Borough Council. Offering a full design through to all aspects of building certainly benefitted all concerned. Read More
Admiral Homespace the loft conversion division of the company is officially launched. After many months of preparation a new chapter in the history of Admiral will see the skills of its existing staff utilised in the creation of loft conversions throughout East Anglia. Steve Thorogood Admirals MD comments. “This diversification is a natural shift for the company as we already employ all of the skills required including structural engineers and partnering with local building control. There are very few professional organisations offering loft design and conversion work in the area and our reputation should ensure the success of the loft conversion operation”. House prices having doubled over the past five years and the huge increases in stamp duty are encouraging many people to stay put and improve their homes. The relative cost of loft conversions, have in the past confined… Read More
The patio finishes this conservatory off a treat. This was a really interesting installation as the client is an expert on ground works due to a career in the Oil Industry. One of the main reasons he chose Admiral was because we were prepared to carry out structural calculations and devise a special footing. This was required due to the proximity of the garden to a stream as well as the local soil conditions. We also had to fit reinforced floor beams to carry the weight of the jacuzzi installed inside! A national magazine Move or Improve has featured this installation in the August edition. Read More
Admiral is proud to announce that it has been awarded partnership status with Huntingdon District Council Building Control. The award is made in recognition of the close work carried out between the two organisations over the past five years. As many of 40% of Admiral conservatories now require building regulations approval, due to them being open plan or being classed as extensions. The company even has its own designated Building Control officer, who handles every application for the entire area of operation, overseeing the applications to each seperate local authority. Read More
This client needed a conservatory that was big enough to use for entertaining friends at summer barbeques or winter dinner parties. It certainly beats hiring a marquee and demonstrates how practical as well as attractive a well designed conservatory can be. Read More
In conjunction with the Hunts Post newspaper, we are proud to be the only sponsors for the Garden of The Year contest. Entries are invited for Best Kept Garden, Best Designed and Most Colourful Display. Cash prizes are 250 GBP for each category and an additional 500 GBP to the overall winner. Photograph entries can be sent through this website, the Hunts Post offices or handed in to our show centres at Alconbury or Roxton. Closing date for entries September 01 2006. Good luck to all entrants. Read More