Are Juliet Balconies Worth It on a First-Floor Extension? A Juliet balcony can be worthwhile where a guarded full-height opening improves the outlook and use of a first-floor room. It provides no outdoor floor space, so its value should be judged through the room, view and complete construction rather than the expectation of a terrace. […]
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How Do You Bring More Light Into a Dark Landing or Stairwell? Bringing more light into a dark landing or stairwell starts with identifying where daylight can enter and what prevents it reaching the circulation route. Windows, rooflights, sun tunnels and internal glazing offer different possibilities, depending on the building. The most useful solution improves […]
Glass Is Only One Part of the Specification Glass balustrades have become one of the defining features of contemporary residential architecture. Whether surrounding a first-floor balcony, lining an elegant staircase or framing a roof terrace, they create a feeling of openness that traditional railings often cannot achieve. Their clean lines allow views to remain uninterrupted, […]



