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A great recipe for kitchen extensions

31 January 2012
Kitchen extensions are proving popular amongst homeowners as an option for updating their properties. With some people looking for an alternative to formal dining rooms, kitchen extensions are housing more than just the kitchen....

Orangeries sympathetically enhance period properties

13 December 2011
Are you considering renovating or extending a period property? If so, orangeries are a sympathetic and stylish choice for any renovation project.Orangeries are different to conservatories insofar as they have a much sturdier appearance,...

Christmas was made for dining rooms

20 December 2011
Christmas is almost here, and, as always, celebrations will be concentrated in dining rooms everywhere. With families tucking into their Christmas dinners, dining rooms will be at the heart of the yuletide revelry on the best day...

Farmhouse kitchen finds perfect home in lean-to conservatory

15 December 2011
A bespoke, lean-to conservatory was the stunning centrepiece of a farmhouse renovation in Oxfordshire. The glass and aluminium lean-to conservatory was uniquely designed and created by Apropos to house a beautiful contemporary kitchen...

Glass extensions keep living rooms cosy during winter

18 January 2012
Bespoke glass extensions that house living rooms are keeping their occupants cosy and warm during the tough winter months. Their investment in aluminium and glass extensions still pays off during the colder months, thanks to advances...

Apropos' guide to folding sliding doors

23 January 2012
 Folding sliding doors allow large glazed areas to be opened up on the sides of properties, thereby allowing great views of gardens from within properties. Folding sliding doors tend to be designed and manufactured bespoke, to...

No design 'glass ceiling' for bespoke conservatories

07 December 2011
Magnificent, modern day, aluminium, bespoke conservatories owe nothing to the shoddy, white, ‘off the shelf’, UPVC conservatories that dominated the 1980s conservatory market, and blighted properties across the country....

Aluminium conservatories are better for the environment

29 November 2011
Homeowners considering new conservatories base their purchasing decision on financial and emotional considerations; usually involving factors such as value for money and design. Another popular consideration is the environment; and,...

Bi-folding doors open up possibilities all-year-round

24 November 2011
Bi-folding doors have become hugely popular in recent years, and are opening up new lifestyle possibilities for homeowners all-year-round, not just during the summer. Bi-folding doors – also known as folding sliding doors–...

Rooflights' pride of place in award-winning project

15 November 2011
A pair of magnificent rooflights are the centrepiece of an award-winning project by Apropos. The rooflights take centre stage in a Somerset orangery that reached the final of the 2010 LABC Building Excellence Awards. The rooflights–...

Conservatory extensions add value to homes

17 October 2011
With property values remaining static, conservatory extensions are still proving to be a great way to add value to properties of all sizes. Bespoke conservatory extensions can increase the value of properties by as much as 11 per...

Constructing a bespoke conservatory

10 August 2011
Considering a bespoke conservatory? Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions: Planning permission and building regulations will be required unless your proposed bespoke conservatory is acceptable under ‘permitted...

Five top tips for building perfect kitchen extensions

26 July 2011
Five top tips for building perfect kitchen extensions  Do you want the perfect kitchen extension? Here’s Apropos’ five top tips for building perfect kitchen extensions:  1) WHAT PURPOSE WILL THE KITCHEN EXTENSION...

Create your dream kitchen with a lean-to conservatory

11 July 2011
CREATE YOUR DREAM KITCHEN WITH A LEAN-TO CONSERVATORY Wanting to extend your kitchen? Not sure what style to go for? Looking for inspiration? Then, take a look at the following case study from Apropos...  Apropos was proud...

Bespoke conservatories give homes a heartbeat

15 June 2011
The bespoke designs of Apropos have helped conservatories undergo a radical image overhaul in the last decade. Apropos designs conservatories like no other company. Conservatories designed by Apropos are a world away from the stereotypical...

Homes are being opened up by folding sliding doors

08 June 2011
HOMES ARE BEING OPENED UP BY FOLDING SLIDING DOORS  In recent years, folding sliding doors have announced their presence in the residential market in a big way. Up until recently, patio door systems were the door systems of choice...

Make a splash with an Apropos pool house!

03 June 2011
MAKE A SPLASH WITH AN APROPOS POOL HOUSE! A home can make a real splash with a pool house created by Apropos, and as the focus turns towards lazy summer days, relaxation and leisure, maybe now is the time to consider the benefits...

Buying an Apropos rooflight is a bright decision!

02 June 2011
Rooflights are becoming more and more popular, as homeowners realise they are a great way of letting light flood into the home. Nowhere is this known better than amongst Apropos’ clients - thanks to the company’s bespoke...

Apropos' bespoke conservatories promise exclusivity and affordability

13 May 2011
Bespoke conservatories are becoming more and more popular, thanks to their unique designs and the availability of competitive finance packages. In recent years the popularity of Apropos’ bespoke conservatories has flourished,...

Add a stylish orangery to your home

10 May 2011
An orangery is the perfect choice for those wishing to add a stylish, attractive and unique structure to their home. By adding an orangery to your home, you will be provided with extra space which you can use to create any room you...

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Tue, 07 Feb 2012

Plan for your summer lean-to conservatory now

Homeowners wanting a lean-to conservatory in time for the summer should be considering their options now, according to conservatory experts...

Thu, 02 Feb 2012

Time is your everything

Apropos’ Phil Buckley provides some expert advice on timing a new glass and aluminium extension to perfection...

Mon, 30 Jan 2012

Planning perfect conservatory extensions

For homeowners wanting to build bespoke conservatory extensions, there are a number of issues they need to consider to get their conservatory ...

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