Garden Room Extension in Scotland
First Published: 21 March 2017
Refreshed: 19 November 2024
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Some garden room designers will adapt their designs to function as house extensions. One such supplier is JML Garden Rooms, based in Scotland.
JML’s sister company manufactures structural insulated panels (SIPs) for houses, giving them extensive experience in designing both houses and garden rooms. Creating a garden room extension is, therefore, a natural progression for their team.
A Client’s Vision in a Conservation Area
An Edinburgh-based client who had previously purchased one of JML's Lowlander garden rooms was so impressed with the room and the build process that they approached the company again to create a similar-style extension for their home.
The client lives in a Conservation Area, so both Planning Permission and a Building Warrant were required. JML Garden Rooms managed these applications on their client’s behalf, ensuring a smooth, stress-free process.
Blending Contemporary Design with Georgian Elegance
The resulting extension is a clean and contemporary space that contrasts beautifully with the elegant lines of the client’s Georgian property. The 5m x 3m extension is a multifunctional area that seamlessly connects to the main house.
Energy-Efficient House Extension
Built upon a SIP core structure, the extension utilises 150mm-thick SIPs instead of the 100mm panels typically used in JML’s garden rooms. This upgrade improves insulation values to meet current Building Regulations.
Triple-glazed, Scandinavian aluminium doors and windows flood the space with natural light while creating a strong connection to the garden.
The Warmth and Charm of Western Red Cedar
The exterior of the extension is clad in Western Red Cedar, an attractive and low-maintenance material. Initially a rich reddish-brown, the cedar will naturally weather to a subtle silver-grey when exposed to sunlight. To preserve the original colouring, a UV protector can be applied to the boards during installation.
Learn More
To learn more about how JML Garden Rooms can design a space uniquely suited to your needs, contact the team on 01764 663 668 or email info@jmlgardenrooms.co.uk. Visit jmlgardenrooms.co.uk to explore their portfolio.
