Period & protected
Georgian Homes
Georgian houses almost always suit sliding sash windows with fine glazing bars and the original vertical proportions — subject to the property's planning status.
Understanding the property
Symmetrical fronts, tall sash windows diminishing in height towards the top floor, and slender glazing bars.
The front elevation is usually the most sensitive part of the house.
Design priorities
- Symmetry
- Every window on the front should match its pair.
- Vertical proportions
- Keep the sash heights and the hierarchy between floors.
- Glazing bars
- Fine bars in the original pattern, often six-over-six.
- Historic fabric
- Many Georgian houses are listed; original windows may be protected.
Windows & doors to consider
Starting points, not recommendations for every house of this type.
Colour & material
Restrained colours — whites, off-whites and dark heritage tones — depending on the street.
Planning & conservation
Requirements vary by property and local authority. We check before specifying.
Common mistakes
- Thick glazing bars
- Changing sash proportions
- Replacing listed windows without consent
Questions
What windows suit a Georgian house?
Sliding sashes with fine glazing bars in the original pattern. Whether a replacement material is acceptable depends on the listing and planning status.
Can I replace original Georgian windows?
If the house is listed, you will usually need listed building consent, and repair may be preferred. We check first.
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Tell us about your home
The property, where it is, what you’re planning and what you’d like it to look like. We’ll tell you honestly what we think suits it.