A patio can be lovely on a bright summer afternoon, but most gardens are actually used across a wider stretch of the year. Think about spring evenings when the light hangs on, but the air cools quickly. Or early autumn when you still want to eat outside, yet you need a bit of shelter and warmth to stay comfortable.

That is why an awning works ...

When it’s cold, dark, and your patio furniture is under a cover, an awning is probably the last thing on your mind. But winter is exactly when homeowners, self builders, and architects should be thinking about external shading.

Winter shows you the problems you’ll want your awning to solve: low sun glare, wind exposure, and how your indoor/outdoor ...

When you invite a company into your home or workplace to measure and install blinds or shutters, you place a lot of trust in that team. You rely on their knowledge, safety standards, honesty and aftercare. That’s why our membership of the British Blind and Shutter Association (BBSA) matters.

Halo Sunblinds is an independent, family-run company ...

Short answer: yes, when you pair insulating fabrics with simple automations that open for winter sun and close to keep warmth in. Here’s our simple guide for homeowners and self builders in Suffolk on how smart blinds reduce heat loss, trim down lighting use, and make winter living a lot more comfortable.

Why do blinds make a difference? Even ...

When you’re running out of room in your home but don’t want to move house, it’s easy to assume that an extension is the answer. Who wouldn’t want more living space, after all? But if you’re put off by the thought of months of disruption, sky-high costs, or the planning permission headache, it’s worth taking a step back.

A well-designed awning ...