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Single-storey Suffolk extension

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"Routine tasks have been made all the more enjoyable thanks to the bright new space in our home."
Outgrowing the much-loved home

It was the lovely big garden, long private drive and peaceful surrounding farmlands that attracted Elizabeth and Matthew Wickes to buy their four-bed detached house in Suffolk five years ago. But they knew they’d need a bigger family space for their two young children.

The Wickes family decided to build a single-storey extension to the rear of the property.

Choosing a smart solution

They installed four VELUX INTEGRA® electric roof windows to create a room that was filled with natural daylight to help make the space feel extra spacious.

The inbuilt rain sensors in the roof windows means that there is no risk of rain coming into the space as the sensors automatically close the windows when it rains. Smart algorithms also set blinds and windows to open in the morning and close in the evening.

Main benefits of getting VELUX roof windows

  1. 15-20% more daylight:  The Wickes family installed four VELUX INTEGRA® electric roof windows to create a room filled with natural daylight.

  2. Healthier indoor climate: Naturally ventilating with VELUX INTEGRA® roof windows reduces CO2 levels while preparing and cooking meals.

  3. Making everyday tasks enjoyable: Matthew says “Routine morning tasks have been made all the more enjoyable thanks to the bright new space in our home."
Space for new hobbies

This extension was built to create an open plan family space with a kitchen and dining area. The new space is especially good for Emily who enjoys the views of the night’s sky through her telescope from the comfort of her sofa in a safe, enclosed environment.

"We’re thrilled with our finished home and the extra space and light the extension brings. Getting the kids ready for school, getting ourselves ready for work and eating breakfast as a family are all routine morning tasks, but they have been made all the more enjoyable thanks to the bright new space in our home."
Matthew, homeowner

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