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There are many reasons you might want to incorporate an extension onto your home, whether that be to add a charming new room or simply to enjoy your garden all year round. But we believe that no matter what the project, it is essential that people take an active role in their design. When taking on the hefty task of constructing one’s own home, self-builders need to ensure they are utilising quality materials to ensure longevity and low maintenance. Often, it’s too easy to temporarily disguise poor materials that are neither particularly sustainable nor durable, but English Heritage Buildings are committed to ensuring quality materials and support is provided throughout the construction process.
Many homeowners are looking at improving over moving, and using designs for home extensions, granny annexes, porches and garden buildings. The aim is often to increase liveability and the value of the property. This is where Green Oak stands out against other man-made materials as it has an added quality to oak frame extensions and outdoor buildings which can’t be equalled – especially when constructed using ancient building techniques, which have been tried and tested for centuries.
Contemporary homeowners have lots to gain from an oak frame extension. Properties constructed with Green Oak are beneficial for what modern homeowners want for a number of reasons. Not only does it harden with age, offering a unique strengthening component, it also has insulation properties. As an alternative to glass, metal and brick structures, oak has the ability to maintain a constant and comfortable temperature. This reduces the need for heating or ventilation, which, in turn, reduces emissions.
When people come to extend as an investment to their homes, they aren’t always aware that timber is the only truly renewable building resource available. At English Heritage Buildings, we ensure this remains the case with our sustainable construction process, selecting trees from managed forests, where three new oaks are planted for every one that is felled. Not only does Green Oak offer environmental advantages, we also ensure that our timber is treated in an eco-friendly manner.
Pricings depend on the customised design the architectural team create with you to match your existing home and preferences, but typically they range from £12,000 to £90,000.
