PROUDLY MADE IN UK - INSTALLED IN EAST ANGLIA
Our bespoke door and window services cover the East Anglia areas of Cambridge, Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex
For homeowners who love the appearance of traditional timber but would prefer a lower maintenance alternative, we offer a carefully selected range of premium uPVC windows and doors.
A Carefully Selected Alternative to Timber
As a high-end timber window and door company, we only offer uPVC alternatives that meet our expectations for appearance, construction and performance.
Our experience of traditional windows and extensive knowledge of period properties help us recognise the proportions, details and finishes that allow new windows to sit naturally within a building’s architecture.
This expertise guides our choice of timber alternative products, combining an authentic appearance and carefully considered detailing with modern thermal efficiency, security and weather resistance.
Our timber alternative range includes two distinct British-made options:
The Residence Collection offers premium flush casement windows and doors for period, traditional and contemporary properties.
Legacy Sliding Sash Windows provide a separate, specialist solution for customers looking for the classic appearance and movement of a traditional sash window.
“Our background in traditional timber windows gives us a clear understanding of the details that make a window feel appropriate to a property. Where a customer prefers uPVC, we apply that same careful approach to selecting the right style, proportions and finish.”
A High Quality Alternative to Timber
Timber alternative windows are designed for homeowners who want to retain the character of their property without the ongoing maintenance associated with traditional timber.
Carefully considered proportions, flush frames, realistic finishes and traditional hardware help create a more authentic appearance than standard uPVC windows. At the same time, modern materials and glazing provide excellent everyday performance.
They can be an attractive choice for period homes, renovations, premium developments and contemporary properties where the warmth and character of timber-style windows are preferred.
For properties in conservation areas or with listed status, window replacement may be subject to planning requirements. We can help you explore the available options, but approval should always be confirmed with the relevant local planning authority.
More Than a Standard uPVC Window
A convincing timber alternative is about much more than the material from which it is made.
Frame proportions, sightlines, opening styles, joints, glazing details, colour and hardware all influence how naturally a new window sits within a property. These considerations are particularly important in period homes, where an unsuitable design can alter the character of the building.
Our extensive experience of working with period properties helps us look beyond the basic specification. We consider the age and style of the building, the appearance of the existing windows and the details that should be retained or sensitively recreated.
This allows us to recommend a high quality uPVC option for customers who want traditional character with lower ongoing maintenance.
The Residence Collection
Premium Flush Windows and Doors Made in Great Britain
We are an approved registered installer of The Residence Collection, a leading British designed and British made range of premium timber alternative uPVC windows and doors.
The collection combines traditional design principles with modern manufacturing to create windows and doors that closely reflect the character of timber. Authentic detailing, carefully balanced proportions and a choice of traditional or contemporary finishes allow each installation to complement the individual property.
The Residence Collection includes three principal styles:
Residence 9 is designed to recreate the appearance of traditional 19th-century timber windows and is particularly suited to period, heritage-style and conservation-sensitive properties.
Residence 7 has a flush appearance inside and out, providing a refined and versatile design for both traditional homes and contemporary projects.
Residence 2 has bold, square internal detailing and clean architectural lines, making it an attractive alternative for modern properties.
Timber Alternative Doors
Characterful Entrances and Beautifully Practical Living Spaces
The Residence Collection also includes a range of doors designed to complement its window systems.
Options include entrance doors, back doors, French doors and patio doors in a wide selection of configurations, colours and finishes.
Traditional detailing can be used to enhance the character of a period property, while cleaner lines and contemporary hardware can create a more modern appearance.
Every door is designed to balance appearance with security, durability, thermal performance and everyday practicality.
Colours, Finishes and Traditional Details
Your choice of colour, finish and hardware can make a significant difference to the finished appearance of your windows and doors.
The Residence Collection offers an extensive palette that includes understated neutrals, traditional country colours, woodgrain effects and deeper architectural shades. Different colours can also be selected for the interior and exterior, subject to the chosen product and specification.
A carefully chosen range of window furniture is available, from traditional monkey tail handles and finger pulls to simpler contemporary designs. These finishing touches allow your new windows and doors to feel sympathetic to the age, architecture and interior of your home.
We can guide you through the available combinations and help you compare suitable samples.
Legacy Sliding Sash Windows
A Specialist uPVC Alternative to Traditional Timber Sashes
Sliding Sash Windows
For customers specifically looking for a sliding sash window, we also offer the British made Legacy uPVC Sliding Sash Window.
Legacy is a separate product range and is not manufactured by The Residence Collection. We selected it because its traditional detailing, refined proportions and mechanically jointed construction provide a more authentic appearance than many standard uPVC sash windows.
Both sashes can slide and tilt, providing flexible ventilation and making the windows easier to clean. Modern glazing, security and weather resistance are combined with a heritage inspired design suitable for period homes, premium developments and properties with traditional character.
Legacy Sliding Sash Windows can be particularly well suited to Cambridge’s Georgian and Victorian properties, where the balanced proportions and traditional movement of a sash window form an important part of the building’s character.
The Legacy range may also provide a suitable option for certain conservation area projects, subject to local planning approval.
Discover more about the Legacy range, including its traditional design features, technical performance and choice of colours, glazing and hardware, on our dedicated Sliding Sash Windows page.
Professionally Supplied and Installed
Choosing the right window involves more than selecting a colour or frame style. Proportions, sightlines, opening configurations, glazing, hardware and installation quality all contribute to the final appearance and performance.
We provide a complete supply and installation service, helping you through each stage of your project. From the initial discussion and product selection to surveying, ordering and professional installation, our experienced team will help make the process clear and straightforward.
Whether you are considering traditional timber or a premium uPVC timber alternative, we can explain the differences and help you choose an option that feels right for your property.
What are timber alternative windows?
Timber alternative windows are modern windows designed to recreate the proportions, detailing and character of traditional timber frames. Premium systems use carefully considered profiles, realistic finishes and traditional-style hardware to achieve a more authentic appearance than standard uPVC windows.
Are timber alternative windows suitable for period properties?
Yes, carefully selected timber alternative windows can be an attractive option for period properties where retaining traditional character is important.
Our extensive knowledge of period properties helps us consider the window as part of the building’s wider architecture. Frame proportions, sightlines, opening styles, glazing patterns, colours and hardware all influence whether a new window feels appropriate to the property.
How do timber alternative windows differ from standard uPVC windows?
Premium timber alternative windows are designed with more authentic proportions, profiles, jointing, finishes and hardware than many standard uPVC windows.
Our experience with traditional timber windows helps us recognise the details that create a more convincing result. We only offer uPVC alternatives that meet our expectations for appearance, construction and performance.
Which timber alternative windows do you offer?
We offer two carefully selected, British made timber alternative ranges: The Residence Collection and Legacy Sliding Sash Windows.
The Residence Collection provides premium flush casement windows and coordinated doors for period, traditional and contemporary properties.
Legacy Sliding Sash Windows are a separate specialist product, chosen for customers who want the classic appearance and vertical movement of a traditional sash window.
Can uPVC windows be installed in a conservation area?
It may be possible to install timber alternative uPVC windows in a conservation area, but requirements vary according to the property, its location and the relevant local planning authority.
Some timber alternative products have been developed with traditional and conservation sensitive properties in mind. However, the appearance of a product does not guarantee approval. We can help you explore suitable options and provide relevant product information, but any planning requirements should be confirmed before work begins.
Are timber alternative windows suitable for listed buildings?
Window replacements in listed buildings are subject to specific controls, and Listed Building Consent may be required.
Our knowledge of period properties helps us identify products and design details that may be appropriate to explore, but approval cannot be assumed.
Requirements should always be discussed with the relevant conservation officer or local planning authority before placing an order.
How do I choose between timber and a uPVC timber alternative?
The right choice will depend on your property, preferred appearance, maintenance expectations, budget and any relevant planning requirements.
Because we specialise in high quality timber windows while also offering carefully selected uPVC alternatives, we can explain the practical and visual differences without assuming that one material is right for every home. Our aim is to help you make an informed choice that complements your property and meets your priorities.
Do you provide a supply and installation service?
Yes, we provide a complete supply and professional installation service.
We can guide you through the initial product selection, quotation, survey, detailed specification, ordering and installation. This considered approach helps ensure that the selected windows are appropriate for the property and correctly specified for the project.
Can I get a quick quote?
Yes. Tell us a little about your property, the windows or doors you are considering and your preferred product or style, if known, and we can provide a quick initial quote.
Photographs, approximate sizes and the number of windows or doors required can help us understand the scope of the project. A detailed survey and final specification may be needed before a confirmed quotation and order can be prepared.
Can I see the windows before making a decision?
Yes. You can arrange a visit to our showroom to explore window styles, colours, finishes, glazing and hardware in person.
We can explain the differences between traditional timber, The Residence Collection and Legacy Sliding Sash Windows, helping you identify the option best suited to your property.
Do you install timber alternative windows in Cambridge, Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex?
Yes, we supply and install high quality timber alternative windows and doors for customers across Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex.
Our extensive knowledge of period properties helps us recommend window styles that complement the architecture of the individual home. This may include Legacy Sliding Sash Windows for Georgian and Victorian properties in Cambridge, or Residence flush casement windows and doors for cottages, country homes, barn conversions and contemporary properties throughout the wider region.
Find the Right Windows and Doors for Your Home
Across Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex, there is a rich variety of period, rural and architecturally distinctive homes, each requiring a carefully considered approach to replacement windows and doors. From elegant sliding sash windows for Cambridge townhouses to flush casement designs for country homes, cottages and more contemporary properties, we can help identify the style, proportions and finish that best complement the building.
Every property is different. We can help you compare traditional timber with our premium uPVC alternatives and advise on the style, finish and configuration best suited to your home.
Contact us to discuss your project, request further information or arrange a visit to our showroom.