How we delivered 10 new homes that meet strict planning requirements on the edge of the New Forest
Brooke House is a prestigious development of 10 properties on the edge of the New Forest, a treasured UK conservation area. Building here comes with strict planning requirements, and our windows and doors needed to complement the local heritage while meeting modern standards. We’re proud of how this project turned out.
Modern homes that respect tradition
Developing in a protected, sought-after area brings a unique set of challenges. Local planning authorities needed assurance that the finished properties would reflect the traditional character of their surroundings, so every material and design choice we specified had to meet strict guidelines.
Our Managing Director, Sam Locke, explains: “Securing planning permission meant specifying premium window and door systems which would meet requirements for material and design in keeping with strict guidelines.
“Having worked with leading Liniar fabricator TruFrame for over 10 years, we have access to a wide range of their products, and I instantly recognised that Liniar’s 70mm flush PVCu system would be perfect for this conservation area. The system replicates traditional designs while meeting modern performance standards for thermal efficiency and weather protection.
“We had to submit technical cross sections and sample windows for consideration. In areas like the New Forest, there’s a real emphasis on preserving historical charm, so every detail matters.”
Combining PVCu and aluminium seamlessly
We specified Liniar’s 70mm flush system across all 10 plots, paired with Liniar Alumina bi-fold doors at the rear and composite front doors. This combination gave us the ideal balance between sleek, unobtrusive styling and modern performance.
“The Alumina bi-fold doors added a premium touch to every property, including the smaller homes,” Sam continues. “Liniar has designed their aluminium system to allow seamless integration between materials. Alumina’s sculptured frame matches their PVCu profile, and because Liniar finishes both the PVCu and aluminium systems in-house, colour matching across the development was perfect.
“There was some early uncertainty around threshold heights, but the versatile choices offered by Alumina meant we had a wide range of options, allowing us to easily accommodate the final specification.”
Built on strong partnerships
The completed Brooke House development successfully marries contemporary design with the traditional charm demanded by its location. We secured planning approval with confidence, and the finished properties sit comfortably within their surroundings while giving homeowners high-performance, low-maintenance windows and doors.
“We’re really happy with how the properties have turned out,” says Sam. “They’re impressive, prestigious homes that feel completely in keeping with the area.”
Brooke House shows what we can do when navigating complex planning requirements: deliver exceptional results by drawing on trusted partnerships, like our long-standing relationship with fabricator TruFrame, and the versatility of Liniar’s product range. It’s this combination that lets us give house builders solutions that meet both aesthetic and performance demands, without compromise.
Thinking about a similar project?
If you’re planning a development in a conservation area, or just want windows and doors that balance style with performance, get in touch with our team for a quote.