what sort of extension

I know people with both and the ones who have conservatorys don't seem to use them as much as those with brick built ones. I would think if you are having one with all the bells and whistles, heating,double glazing,blinds etc then it would be fine otherwise I'd go for brick built extension.

Sorry I meant to add that those with conservatories seem to have temperature control problems ,too hot or too cold .

Go for a brick build but with patio doors opening into the garden. I don't use my conservatory much during the colder months.

Or perhaps an orangery!

I agree with Tanith. I personally would go for a brick built extension because of the temperature control problem with conservatories. When they work well they are great but it is difficult to get the correct temperature control whereas with a brick built extension it will have double glazing, central heating etc.

An extension will add a band to council tax, I am not sure if a conservatory will.

Brick but with lots of glass (is that an orangery, Aka? I have always liked the look of conservatories I have had, but we honestly have never used them much. They just came with each house!

The best thing we did was to extend the kitchen and add a big, light filled dining area, with patio doors and big windows, and room for an armchair. Loved it.

Brick built with patio or bi-folding doors. Conservatories are OK if the space isn't intended to be used all the time but, from what I've seen, at certain times of the year they seem to be either too hot or too cold to be comfortable or energy-efficient.

Brick built with big patio doors any day over a conservatory; I've never had one, but they just seem like a real schlep to me (as appealing as they may look); I've always thought about the hassle of keeping all that glass clean. And the temperature control must be a problem, I hadn't thought of that.

thanks ladies. some great answers there. food for thought indeed

Aka

Remember to add in the cost of blinds as any glass construction facing South will be extremely hot in summer. My preference would be brick built possibly with a roof lantern.

Hi Joolz1954, an architect would be able to advise, without huge cost. Every year the RIBA have a charity scheme where individuals can have an architect visit them and give an hour of professional advice, in return for a £40 donation to Shelter. If you go onto the RIBA website you will find more info. The project is called "Architect in the House". X

You could even go for a timber framed kit extension which will be built to your design. I wouldn't go for a south facing conservatory. We made that mistake years ago and had to change the roof to a solid one.

Brick built extension, guarantees you have a useable room all year round.

I would agree with the brick built one but also have as many windows as practical - if you feel more light would be needed roof windows are good. Will you retain two rooms or have part of the construction open plan?

J52 Thanks for that information - very useful to know.

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Hi

Here you can find some examples of glass extensions. It might give some inspiration...

www.iqglassuk.com/h/home/residential-projects/777/#/Glazed Extensions

hi I also found here some more

uk.pinterest.com/north6/glass-extension/

This thread is nearly 2yrs old for goodness sake.

You can't blame them for trying!