Timber Cladding Ideas: Exterior Solutions' Design Guide

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Tips on Selecting an Architect

Written by Dan Williamson April 7, 2026in Timber Cladding

Do You Need to Hire an Architect? New build, renovation, extension or conversion, there is one thing that these build projects have in common; all

Timber, Stone & Sand Castles

Written by Dan Williamson April 7, 2026in Timber Cladding

Earth & Timber Fortifications Buckets and spades at the ready, it’s nearly the summer holidays! And, while you focus on creating the best sandcastle, let

Charred wooden planks, crafted from natural materials, stand upright and lie on a dark surface, with white smoke curling from portions of the wood, set against a dark, textured wooden background.

Hyperspace & Shou Sugi Ban Q&A

Written by Dan Williamson April 2, 2026in Timber Cladding

Olli Andrew is an award-winning architect and the founder of Hyperspace. Several of his projects have incorporated Shou Sugi Ban®, which has been applied to

Natural Materials for Restorative Renovation

Written by Dan Williamson March 18, 2026in Timber Cladding

Choosing Building Materials It is common to make judgements about a building based on visual appearance. However, the success of an architectural project relies on

The Benefits of Property Renovation

Written by Dan Williamson March 16, 2026in About us, Project Evolution, Timber Cladding

Reducing Carbon Emissions Rebuild or renovate – is retrofitting old buildings an effective way to reduce carbon emissions in the built environment? With finite land

Close-up of a dark wooden surface with an intricate grain pattern, reminiscent of Bradford City Redevelopment, featuring black and blue streaks and wavy lines creating an abstract, organic design.

Embrace Colour Trends with Cladding

Written by Dan Williamson March 9, 2026in Timber Cladding

Pantone’s colour of the year is Cloud Dancer, while Dulux offers a collection of blue shades as the trend for 2026. Along with the wider

Close-up of wooden planks with a dark brown stained finish, showing visible wood grain patterns and horizontal alignment—a look often chosen when considering if timber cladding is sustainable.

Pride of Place in Bradford City Redevelopment

Written by Dan Williamson February 6, 2026in Timber Cladding

As the City of Culture 2025, Bradford hosted an exciting variety of events and exhibitions. These were widely attended by the community, as well as

A gravel garden with a black wooden pergola, raised decking, and wooden planters showcases the beauty of timber in construction. Tall fencing in black and brown frames the space, while bushes and trees grow behind.

Visit Our Timber Cladding Showroom

Written by Dan Williamson November 10, 2025in Timber Cladding

We are delighted to invite you to visit our timber cladding showroom. Opened in 2025, this new facility offers a space for architects, clients, joiners

A modern townhouse with a dark wood facade and large rectangular windows, attached to an older brick building. The brick planter with small plants showcases garden design success, set beneath a clear blue sky.

Is It Safe To Use Timber in Construction?

Written by Dan Williamson October 10, 2025in Timber Cladding

Timber is a practical and proven building material. It offers structural integrity, design versatility and aesthetic appeal. What’s more, it is a low-carbon building material,

A large square stone stepping stone is surrounded by green grass, leafy plants, and shrubs. At the top of the image, a black-and-white sand garden with raked patterns enhances the tranquil scene’s architectural design.

Garden Design Success

Written by Dan Williamson September 2, 2025in Timber Cladding

The first Rutland Flower Show was held in August. The event was a showcase of floral displays and garden design, with produce, plant and craft