roomoutsideuk
10th September, 2025

Living in Light – The Long-Term Benefits of Glass Extensions

Introduction

Light changes everything. It transforms the way a home feels, with the long term benefits being that it uplifts our mood, and creates a sense of space and calm. That’s why so many homeowners are drawn to the idea of a glass extension. Unlike a brick addition, a glass extension doesn’t just give you more square footage — it changes the way you live.

At Room Outside®, we’ve been designing and building luxury glass structures for over 50 years. In this article, we’ll explore the long-term benefits of glass extensions, and show you how our innovative modular glass extensions take those advantages even further.


The Lifestyle Benefits of Living with Light

  • Wellbeing and mood – Natural daylight has been proven to support mental health, improve sleep, and boost productivity. A glass extension ensures your home is always bathed in light.
  • Connection with nature – Floor-to-ceiling glass blurs the line between indoors and outdoors, bringing your garden into your living space all year round.
  • Luxury feel – Glass extensions create aspirational spaces that feel modern, elegant, and timeless.
  • Flexible use – From a family kitchen to a quiet reading room or entertaining space, the versatility of a glass extension lasts for decades.

The Practical Advantages

Beyond lifestyle, there are solid long-term reasons why glass extensions are such a wise investment:

  • Adds value to your home – A luxury glass extension can increase property appeal and resale value.
  • Durability – With modern technology such as New Generation Glass (NGG) and thermally broken frames, a high-quality glass extension is built to last.
  • Energy efficiency – NGG helps regulate temperature, keeping your space warm in winter and cool in summer.
  • Low maintenance – High-performance glass and frames make upkeep simple, especially when paired with our Groom Outside service.

Why Modular Glass Extensions Are the Future

While traditional glass extensions already bring huge advantages, our modular glass extensions are designed with the future in mind.

Key Long-Term Benefits:

  • Installed in a matter of days – precision-engineered off-site, then assembled quickly with minimal disruption.
  • No building mess – modular systems arrive factory-made, avoiding piles of sand, cement, and waste.
  • Energy efficiency – insulated panels and NGG glazing create one of the most thermally efficient extension options on the market.
  • Design flexibility – whether you want the look of brick, smooth render, or pure floor-to-ceiling glass, the system adapts to your vision.
  • Reuse of existing base – often possible when upgrading an older conservatory, saving time and cost.
  • Built to last – modular construction provides consistent quality and durability for decades of use.

Bright and contemporary modular glass extension with vaulted ceiling, large rooflights, and full-height sliding doors opening to a private garden.

The Verdict

Living in light isn’t just about today. It’s about creating a home that will continue to inspire, uplift, and add value for years to come. A glass extension offers those long-term benefits naturally — and with the addition of modular technology, you can now enjoy light-filled living without compromise.


Next Steps

At Room Outside®, we’ve been shaping extraordinary glass spaces for over half a century. If you’re ready to discover the long-term benefits of living in light, our expert Design Consultants are here to guide you.

Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote and explore how a bespoke glass or modular extension could transform your home.

roomoutsideuk
01st September, 2025

Glass Extension vs Brick Extension: Which is Right for You?

Introduction

When planning a home extension, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to choose a glass extension or a brick extension. Both options can add valuable space and transform the way you live in your home, but they deliver very different results. At Room Outside®, we’ve been designing and building luxury glass structures for over 50 years, and we’ve seen first-hand how the choice between glass and brick can shape not just a property, but a lifestyle.

In this article, we’ll guide you through the benefits, challenges, and key differences between glass and brick extensions, so you can make an informed decision. And we’ll also introduce our modular glass extensions — a modern alternative that blends the best of both worlds.


Why Homeowners Choose Brick Extensions

Brick extensions have long been a popular option because they feel like a seamless continuation of the house. Key reasons include:

  • Blending in with existing architecture – especially with traditional homes.
  • Extra wall space – ideal for kitchen units or large furniture.
  • Perception of permanence – brick can feel more “solid” to some homeowners.

However, brick extensions aren’t without their drawbacks:

  • Dark and enclosed – they often lack the natural light people crave.
  • Longer build time – weeks or even months of disruption.
  • Mess and upheaval – brickwork, scaffolding, and building waste.
  • Less connection to the outdoors – they don’t offer the same seamless flow between home and garden.

Why Homeowners Choose Glass Extensions

A glass extension delivers an entirely different experience. The main advantages are:

  • Flooded with natural light – transforming the feel of your home.
  • Connection to your garden – blurred boundaries between indoors and outdoors.
  • Luxury lifestyle – open, modern, and aspirational living.
  • Quicker build times – less disruptive than brick.

Common concerns about glass include:

  • “Will it get too hot in summer?”
  • “Will it feel too cold in winter?”

This is where technology makes all the difference. Our exclusive New Generation Glass (NGG), developed from advanced US technology and manufactured in the UK exclusively for Room Outside®, regulates temperature. It keeps your glass extension cool in summer, warm in winter, and comfortable all year round.


Glass Extension vs Brick Extension: Key Differences

Light & Ambience

  • Glass: Bright, airy, seamless garden connection.
  • Brick: Darker, more traditional room feel.

Construction Time

  • Glass: Quicker, cleaner, less disruption.
  • Brick: Longer, messy, labour-heavy.

Flexibility

  • Glass: Best for entertaining, relaxing, and maximising views.
  • Brick: Best if you need large walls for storage or kitchens.

Year-Round Comfort

  • Glass: With NGG, comfortable in all seasons.
  • Brick: Naturally insulated, but without the wow factor of glass.

The Perfect Solution: Modular Glass Extensions

At Room Outside®, we also offer a cutting-edge option: modular glass extensions. These deliver the luxury of glass with the flexibility of brick styling, giving you the best of both worlds.

Key benefits include:

  • Rapid installation – bespoke, cut-to-measure in the factory, and installed on-site in just days, not weeks.
  • Energy efficiency – advanced insulation make it sustainable and comfortable.
  • Design flexibility – want more wall space for kitchen units or furniture? Modular systems can include rendered walls that replicate the look of brick, without the mess.
  • Minimal disruption – precision-engineered sections mean less noise, waste, and upheaval.
  • Reuse of existing base – in many cases, we can build on the footprint of your existing conservatory, saving even more time and cost.
  • Bespoke design – every extension is designed around your lifestyle, your home, and your aesthetic preferences.

The Verdict

If you’re torn between a glass extension vs brick extension, the decision comes down to lifestyle. A brick extension may offer traditional solidity, but a glass extension delivers something more: light, luxury, and connection with the outdoors. And with our New Generation Glass and modular extension system, you no longer have to compromise on comfort, speed, or design.


Next Steps

At Room Outside®, we’ve been creating extraordinary glass structures for more than five decades. If you’d like to explore what’s possible for your home, our expert Design Consultants are here to help.

Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote and start planning your dream extension.

roomoutsideuk
01st May, 2025

Want a Fast Home Extension Without the Disruption?

If you’ve ever wanted to add space to your home but dreaded the chaos of a major building project, a fast home extension without disruption could be the perfect solution. For some, the thought of weeks of builders, mess, and noise is enough to put them off altogether.

But what if there was a better way?

Build Without the Headaches

Traditional home extensions take time. Builders dig foundations, lay bricks, and work around unpredictable weather. It’s slow, messy, and often stressful.

That’s why we’re offering something different.

This innovative new system uses precision-engineered parts built off-site. These are delivered and assembled quickly at your home. As a result, installation takes days instead of months — a fast home extension without disruption and minimal interruption to your daily life.

Designed to Suit Your Home

Whether you want a bright kitchen, a stylish dining room, or a garden retreat, this system gives you flexibility. It works with most house types and even fits on existing bases in many cases.

You get all the benefits of a traditional extension, without the long wait.

Comfortable All Year Round

One big concern with glazed structures is keeping them warm in winter and cool in summer. This system solves that.

Thanks to high-performance insulation in the walls, floor, and roof, your space stays comfortable all year. You can also choose New Generation Glass to reduce glare, control solar gain, and improve energy efficiency.

Built to Last, Easy to Maintain

Durability matters. These materials are long-lasting and require very little upkeep. So you’ll spend less time on maintenance and more time enjoying your home.


Ready to Extend Without the Stress?

You don’t need to live on a building site to get more space. With this fast, clean, and energy-efficient system, you can have your dream extension — without the drama.

  • Fast build
  • Stylish and practical

Get in touch to book your free design consultation.

https://www.roomoutside.com/get-a-quote/