Simon Bowler | Yorkshire Wooden Garages

Yorkshire Wooden Garages

Traitionally constructed timber frame garages provide shelter for vehicles with easy access. Based in Harrogate, Yorkshire we design and build bespoke wooden garages in either green oak or structurally graded pressure treated soft wood.

Should it be accommodation for one or multiple vehicles with or without secure doors, upstairs office space, extra workshop space or simply just 'a space to be in', our wooden garages can accommodate. Ground or first floor additional spaces will be finished internally with their intended use in mind. For example, an office space will need to be insulated and internally clad or plastered and provisions made for services. Side and roof windows, double or single glazed can be incorporated. Alternatively, workshop space can have a more utilitarian finish, with fitted shelving, cupboards and work benches.

External features such as log stores, bin stores and additional storage for garden equipment and furniture can easily be designed into a bespoke garage scheme.

Where required or requested we work closely with structural engineers to ensure that our structures are built applying appropriate timber engineering. This is particularly important when local authorities are involved. Building regulation certificates can be applied for and gained when required. Our clients are presented with a copy of the engineer’s calculations and specifications for their own records, confirming that their new wooden garage has been built not only to their exact aesthetic design, but is structurally sound as well.

Dependent upon size and location there may be a requirement for a planning application to be made. We provide initial guidance regarding this topic in order to determine what level of application, if any, is needed. Should a full planning application be necessary, we can handle all aspects of the process from technical drawings and site meetings through to negotiations and design amendments if required.

Our garages are totally unique, hand crafted by us, to be enjoyed by you.

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Simon Bowler | Cedar Roofing and Cladding

Cedar Roofing and Cladding throughout Yorkshire.

For a truly unique and bespoke roofing or cladding solution throughout Yorkshire, you must consider Cedar. We regularly use cedar shingles as a roofing finish. We are extremely specific when it comes to choosing our quality of shingles as there are many grades available. Quite simply, we only use the highest grade, namely Certigrade No.1Grade (Blue Label) Western Red Cedar. These are 100% Edge Grain, 100% Heartwood and 100% Clear (no knots). By using only this grade of shingles it allows us to minimise waste and, when roof pitch allows, fit the shingles at their maximum exposure. Cedar shingles fade to a natural sun bleached grey colour within 12 months, after which their colour remains stable. We only use stainless steel fixings. This is critical as the use of ferrous fixings damages and stains the cedar, reducing its waterproof qualities. As an extra measure, we use a high quality breathable roofing membrane prior to fitting the shingles.

Not only is cedar good for roofs in the form of shingles, cedar is perfect for cladding walls of any description.  Western red cedar is regularly used to clad the walls of our summerhouses, garden offices and garages. As with the shingles, its colour changes over time to a weathered grey. We also use western red cedar for our slatted screen fences. Cedar cladding is also perfect for covering unsightly walls, turning them into a beautiful garden feature.

If you would like to discus Cedar Roofs, please call or use our Contact Us

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Simon Bowler | Summer Houses

Yorkshire Summer Houses

Summer Houses from £1195.00

Based in Harrogate, Yorkshire, we design and create bespoke summer houses or garden rooms for just about any sized garden. Our designs are a worlds apart from the well-known glorified garden shed! Dependant on their intended use, the aesthetics and quality of finish on the interior can be as important as the exterior.

Our summerhouses can be constructed from several different types of timber including green oak and pressure treated softwood. We can clad the exterior in western red cedar boards or shingles, log lap style tongue and groove or chunky 6” x 1” weather board style cladding

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Simon Bowler | Bespoke Wooden Garden Gazebos Yorkshire

Bespoke Wooden Garden Gazebos Yorkshire

Based in Harrogate, Yorkshire one of our specialities is the bespoke design and construction of exceptional wooden Gazebos. 

A Gazebo offers decorative and usable focal points designed to draw the eye toward interesting vistas within your garden, and can give reason to visit and use an area of the garden which at present lacks functionality and consequently use.

Our bespoke wood gazebos can be constructed in almost any size for small or large gardens, with the design reflecting the urban or rural surroundings. With the unpredictable British weather Gazebos can extend an evenings’ entertainment into the night allowing the party to continue. 

Our Gazebo styles are limitless; we design, produce and install over engineered, chunky, statement gazebos. Alternatively we can produce far more intricate and delicate designs. Any genre is achievable be it ‘Over The Top’ or understated.  

We are happy to use a wide range of roofing materials to complement the existing garden and architectural surroundings.  This could be number 1 grade western red cedar shingles, slate, clay tiles, rosemary tiles. The options are endless.  To achieve a decorative internal finish between the exposed roof rafters, we clad all our roofs with tongue and groove boards to match the timber used throughout the main structure. Whilst adding structural integrity to the roof, the boards also hide the hi-tech breathable waterproof membrane from sight. As well as our unique designs it is this attention to detail that separate our bespoke structures from mass produced kits and other less considered alternatives.

For year round use, we can integrate outdoor waterproof lighting, heaters, log burners and furniture. We can even turn your gazebo into a fully functioning outdoor kitchen. Where appropriate, we are happy to use any species of timber for any given style of gazebo. Anything from Spruce to Sapele, from Green Oak to Iroko! Where necessary, we select structurally graded (c16 or better) timber. All softwood we use is pressure treated specifically for external use. Irrespective of style and species, the end result will be a beautiful unique structure, handcrafted by us, specifically for you.

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Case Study | Thirsk Wooden Pergola

Thirsk Wooden Pergola

The opportunity to design and install this Wooden "Moon Gate" Pergola was a real treat for us. We specialise in one off builds exactly like this one. Our clients in Thirsk, North Yorkshire requested a bespoke structure unique to them, to add interest to this aspect of the house.

We used Fresh Sawn French Oak throughout coupled with traditional jointing methods. The Moon Gate itself was handcrafted by us also in French Oak. This is one of our favourites.

For further information or a free quotation please call or use our Contact Us page.

Simon Bowler | Tree Houses

Wooden Tree Houses

Tree Houses from £749.00

Based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, we have been designing and installing bespoke wooden Tree Houses and Children’s play areas for some time.

Regardless of age, most children at one point or another have wished for a tree house. Many adults still dream of having their own retreat in the trees. Our tree houses can be for both.  We ensure that all the structural grade timber we use is not only suitable for the children to enjoy but also more than strong enough for the adults to join in as well.

One important thing to remember is that the presence of a tree is not critical to constructing a well thought out, fun and inspiring place for your children to entertain themselves. A raised platform with a theatrical themed structure will provide the backdrop for a child’s imagination to conjure up an experience to be remembered forever.

We can use as many or as few features as is required. We can create everything from simple low level schemes to fully functioning climbing frames incorporating slides, rope bridges, climbing walls, fireman's poles......... the list is endless.

From adult Robinson Crusoe type retreats, to children’s Garden Castles whatever your thoughts or dreams please call or use our Contact Us page

Simon Bowler | Yorkshire Garden Offices

Yorkshire Garden Offices

Garden Offices from £4495.00

All our bespoke designed and installed Garden Offices are available throughout Yorkshire and  Increasingly it makes sense to work from home, either as a small business owner, or an executive that floats between Head Office and clients. 

Writers, Graphic Designers, Photographers, Interior Designers and Architects often take inspiration from their mood, which can be significantly influenced by their surroundings. Having a fully functional garden office affords the owner the luxury and flexibility of operating from home whilst still in a dedicated working environment. 

Be it traditional or contemporary, many of the features of our garden offices are shared. All walls and floor can be insulated with a minimum of 100mm insulation. The structurally graded timber frame is clad in a sheet material, such as ply for wind bracing and added structural integrity. Finally, the whole structure is wrapped in a high quality breathable membrane prior to cladding the walls in either western red cedar, pressure treated softwood or desired hard wood finish.  All doors and windows are double glazed with toughened glass where required.

The style and finish of the interior requires careful consideration and specification. We can cater from simple internal sheet material cladding through to fully decorated plaster board and plaster. Thereafter the choice of features are mostly no different to a house, Electrics, Plumbing, Heating, WiFi etc are all options.

We are happy to use a wide range of roofing materials to complement the existing garden and architectural surroundings.  For pitched roofs this could be number 1 grade western red cedar shingles, slate, clay tiles, rosemary tiles. For flat roofs the finish can be either GRP, roofing grade rubber or living sedum turf. The options are endless. As well as our unique designs it is this attention to detail that separate our bespoke structures from mass produced kits and other less considered alternatives. 

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Yorkshire Summer Houses

Based in Harrogate, Yorkshire, we design and create bespoke summer houses or garden rooms for just about any sized garden. Our designs are a worlds apart from the well-known glorified garden shed! Dependant on their intended use, the aesthetics and quality of finish on the interior can be as important as the exterior. 

If your summer house is more of a focal point from the house, we can leave the structural grade stud work on the inside exposed. If your summer house is a place to spend time with friends and family for entertaining, we can include features such as a log burner, lighting and fitted furniture. Perhaps your summer house will be used for work as a home office. We can fully insulate and plaster, illuminate and electrify your new space to the specification of your choice. Our summerhouses can be as traditional or contemporary in style as you wish from the outside and as simple or as comprehensive as you require from the inside.

Our summerhouses can be constructed from several different types of timber including green oak and pressure treated softwood. We can clad the exterior in western red cedar boards or shingles, log lap style tongue and groove or chunky 6” x 1” weather board style cladding.

We are happy to use a wide range of roofing materials to complement the existing garden and architectural surroundings.  This could be number 1 grade western red cedar shingles, slate, clay tiles, rosemary tiles. The options are endless.  To achieve a decorative internal finish between the exposed roof rafters, we can clad our roofs with tongue and groove boards to match the timber used throughout the main structure. Whilst adding structural integrity to the roof, the boards also hide the hi-tech breathable waterproof membrane from sight. As well as our unique designs it is this attention to detail that separate our bespoke structures from mass produced kits and other less considered alternatives.

For further information or your FREE quote please Contact Us