amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:48
Page 1
Book of G A R D E N
Summerhouses
R O O M S
Gazebos
Greenhouses
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:48
Page 2
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:48
Page 3
CONTENTS
03
CONTENTS
Foreword
04-05
The Collections Chelsea
07-20
Hampton
21-28
Manhattan
29-34
Portland
35-46
Greenhouses
47-56
The RHS Special Edition
57-64
Specifications Index Chelsea
66-67
Hampton
68-69
Manhattan
70-71
Portland
72-73
Greenhouses
74-75
The RHS Special Edition
76-77
Wood is Good
79
Useful Information and How to Order
82
First Edition Summer 2010
AMDEGA
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:48
Page 4
04
FOREWORD
BEAUTIFUL SUMMERHOUSES AND GAZEBOS elcome to Amdega’s latest
All that is required from you is a little
offering
beautiful
consideration of what attributes are
summerhouses and gazebos; for the
most important and the possibilities
first time our Chelsea, Hampton,
then become endless. Is your Amdega
Manhattan and Portland Collections
the place to be throughout all of the
all in one book. Also included is our
seasons, with the benefits of heat and
prestigious
light?
W
Royal
of
Horticultural
Perhaps under floor heating,
Society Special Edition Collection,
window blinds and floor tiling are also
created in celebration of the Society’s
important for a garden room for all
longstanding heritage.
seasons. Or maybe you just require a spot from which to derive pleasure in
Everyone knows that summer is good
the warmer months.
for the soul, but why limit precious
preference, this Collection has been
time outdoors to only that time of year.
devised for you to savour perfect days
Consider the attractions of a peaceful
and make them your very own.
Whatever your
and cosy garden room, away from the house, to enjoy the fiery hues of autumn, freeze frame a snowy scene and celebrate in style the first shoots of spring.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 5
FOREWORD
05
AND EXQUISITE GREENHOUSES
MADE LOVINGLY
Long renowned for creating some of
Amdega has been designing and
the finest conservatories, orangeries
handcrafting
and garden rooms around the world;
structures from the original workshops
Amdega has reintroduced, by popular
in Darlington in the north east of
demand, an extensive range of
England since the Victorian era.
covetable
and
timber
and
glass
state-of-the-art
greenhouses, brought into existence especially for the discerning gardener. Imagine
creating
a
temperate
atmosphere, regardless of what’s on Mother Nature’s agenda, and the
... TO BE LOVINGLY USED
immense satisfaction that comes from nurturing your own under a cover of
Today, every Amdega is ethically made
Amdega
sustainable timbers and glass.
in our Darlington workshops; a place
and greenhouses … for past, present
where time honoured traditions are
and
still cherished and where nineteenth
craftsmanship is exquisitely expressed
century grace is combined with cutting
in beautiful designs. With something
edge twenty first century technology.
in this Collection for all tastes and
summerhouses,
future;
where
gazebos
impeccable
possible uses, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
AMDEGA
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 6
Fine
CRAFTSMANSHIP
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 7
T
H
E
CHELSEA C
O
L
L
E
C
T
I
O
N
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 8
08
THE CHELSEA COLLECTION
LUXURIANT AND S O P H I S T I C AT E D Western Red Cedar (thuja plicata) is one of North America's great renewable resources and has an extensive history of use by the indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast, from Oregon to southeast Alaska. Some northwest coast tribes even referred to themselves as "people of the red cedar" because of their extensive dependence on the tree for basic materials. The cedar wood was used for making homes and totem poles, and also crafted into many objects including masks, utensils, boxes, instruments, canoes, vessels and ceremonial objects. Roots and bark were used for baskets, ropes, clothing, blankets and rings.
High cedar shingled roofs with elegantly cambered eaves and handcrafted leaded lights are but a few of the many attributes of Amdega’s celebrated Chelsea range. The distinctive hues of these two beautiful Kingswood models stand resplendent in their own right, amidst Nature’s profusion of colours.
Today cedar is more widely used as linings for clothes chests and closets, often referred to as cedar closets and cedar chests. The Juniper oil derived from the tree is distilled from the wood, and the twigs and leaves used in fragrance, given its distinctive musky smell. The cones can even be used to flavor gin and utilised as a natural kidney medicine.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 9
The
KINGSWOOD
(See pages 66-67 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 10
10
THE CHELSEA COLLECTION
The longevity of cedar Slow growing and naturally durable, Western Red Cedar has one of the longest life spans of any wood. It produces long lengths of timber with true, straight grain and is free from pitch with a
Why not take afternoon tea in a truly traditional English garden setting, or grab some valuable down time with a book or some music. The neat, square Wraylands is a Chelsea favourite as it is versatile and harmonises beautifully with both classic and contemporary decors and settings.
heart wood that has a
natural
resistance.
decay Its low
density gives it an insulation
value
far
superior to most other species.
Lightweight,
easy to work with, easy to finish and possessing outstanding dimensional stability, Western Red Cedar is a preferred wood for nearly all purposes where
attractive
appearance
and
resistance to weather is important. Western Red Cedar has a very low shrinkage factor and is superior to all other coniferous woods in its resistance to warping, twisting and checking. The fine-grained,
soft
brittle
pinkish
to
brownish-red heartwood is fragrant, very light and very durable, even in contact with soil.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 11
The
W R AY L A N D S
(See pages 66-67 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 12
12
THE CHELSEA COLLECTION
Ensuring perpetuity When it’s unmistakably autumn the robust and spacious octagonal Jubilee becomes the ideal spot to paint … tranquillity becomes yours alone to savour. As the seasons change the Chelsea cedar shingled roof ages gracefully amidst nature’s skyline of tall trees and brilliant blooms.
Cedar is the ultimate green building material. It is legally, responsibly and sustainably harvested in the publicly managed forests of British Columbia, Canada and less than 1% of standing timber is harvested on a yearly basis. For each tree harvested three are replanted to ensure the forests will exist in perpetuity. Western Red Cedar has a low impact on the environment throughout its life cycle. It requires significantly less energy to produce than manmade alternatives.
(10 Sided Jubilee)
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 13
The
JUBILEE
(8 Sided Jubilee) (See pages 66-67 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 14
14
THE CHELSEA COLLECTION
A HISTORY OF
BRASS Brassware is the discerning choice for the Chelsea collection.
The history of brass uses itself is
interesting. It is documented that towards the end of the first Millennium BC the use of brass spread across a wide geographical area from Britain and Spain in the west to Afghanistan, Pakistan and India in the east. This seems to have been encouraged by influences from the Middle-East and eastern Mediterranean where deliberate production of brass from metallic copper and zinc ores had been introduced.
If there’s not much outdoor space it does not mean you have to miss out on owning a beautiful garden room. The Corner House is designed especially to fit neatly into the nooks of courtyards and walled gardens ‌ perfect for creating a secret sanctuary or an intimate dining setting for two.
By the first century BC brass was available in sufficient supply to use as coinage in Phrygia and Bithynia, and after the Augustan currency reform of 23 BC it was also used again to make Roman dupondii and sestertii coins. Unfortunately, little is known about the production of brass during the centuries immediately after the collapse of the Roman Empire. Disruption in the trade of tin for bronze from Western Europe may have contributed to its increasing popularity in the east and by the 6th-7th centuries AD over 90% of artefacts from Egypt were made of brass.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 15
The
CORNER HOUSE
(See pages 66-67 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:49
Page 16
16
THE CHELSEA COLLECTION
S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y A little known but valuable attribute of brass is its excellent hygienic properties. It has been shown that certain pathogens, which can be spread by touch, will die in a few hours on copper and brass surfaces.
Spend your deckchair days lounging at the Mowbray; the largest of the summerhouses in the Chelsea collection. When heating and lighting are also added, the possibilities of this substantial garden room become endless ... formal dining, a cricket pavilion or a spacious TV or games room perhaps.
The brass industry throughout the world
is
well
organised
and
equipped to recycle products at the end of their long lives and process scrap (swarf and offcuts). Making brass from new copper and zinc would
be
uneconomical
and
wasteful of raw materials so, since new brass articles are made from recycled
scrap,
brass
is
acknowledged as sustainable and in the UK brass manufacturers use almost 100% brass scrap.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 17
The
M O W B R AY
(See pages 66-67 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 18
18
THE CHELSEA COLLECTION
FOR YOUR
PEACE OF MIND The cedar used for Amdega’s Chelsea range of summerhouses and gazebos comes predominantly from Canada. All of Amdega’s timber products meet the requirements set out by the BMA TRADA Chain of Custody certification which is a timber products traceability system that ensures that certified products all come from well managed sources.
The style of the open sided Belvedere gazebo, with its distinctive ogee arches, is evocative of ancient times past. Yours to make a beautiful place to look out from when taking shade in high summer or shelter from April showers … and idyllic for creating a glamourous and bohemian lounging spot.
The chain of timber custody starts in the heart of the forest, where it is essential that the natural environment and indigenous species are maintained and protected. Amdega’s suppliers have a proven chain of custody and ensure that every link of the chain is strong, every step of the way, to enable Amdega to provide beautiful garden rooms, and that all important peace of mind, to our valued clients.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 19
The
B E LV E D E R E
(See pages 66-67 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 20
20
THE CHELSEA COLLECTION
The
CHELSEA Collection
C
olour me beautiful. The Chelsea Collection is available in these
colours
or
stains
from
Amdega’s
Botanical Paint Range. Consider a twotone paint or stain finish as it is possible to have the inside of your garden room finished in a different colour or stain to the exterior.
Old English White
Slate Green
Pebble Grey
Stephanotis Cream
Olive Green
Filicales Green
Nigella Blue
Cornflower Blue
Zinnia Red
Maple Stain
Walnut Stain
Mahogany Stain
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 21
T
H
E
HAMPTON C
O
L
L
E
C
T
I
O
N
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 22
22
THE HAMPTON COLLECTION
U N M I S T A K A B LY
AMDEGA Setting a Hampton summerhouse to your garden is an excellent way to increase precious living space without a lot of time consuming disruption and bother. The most important thing for you to consider from the outset is exactly how you would like to use your garden room. Have you already assigned the perfect spot for it to be situated? You should then think about the shape of garden room that is best suited to your preferred location, and also its positioning as you will probably want to catch the sun and enjoy the very best view. The well considered Hampton range comprises hexagonal, octagonal and rectangular shaped rooms - something for everyone and every setting.
Will electricity be required for
heat and light for extended usage in the remains of the day and also continuously throughout the seasons?
Amdega’s Garden Rooms team
possesses a wealth of experience in all things outdoors and would be more than happy to give you considered advice every step of the way.
Hampton summerhouses proudly stand up to the elements, are designed with clean, contemporary lines and absolute ease of installation in mind and can be enjoyed throughout the seasons if so desired ‌ real perennial beauties. The hexagonal Claremont makes a comfortable garden den; the place where you go to take time to savour fresh air and beautiful days.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 23
The
CLAREMONT
(See pages 68-69 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 24
24
THE HAMPTON COLLECTION
IN ITS OWN
NICHE The Hampton collections of garden rooms sits proudly in its own niche within the Amdega offering. It is celebrated as Amdega’s versatile and adaptable mid range, and fuses some of the attributes of Chelsea with the simplicity of Portland, allowing you to choose what details are important for your own garden room.
The Hampton
specification is top notch and attention is applied
to
detail,
from
every the
stunning slats of the roof to the shiplap cladding
of
the
Placed between the Chelsea and Portland Collections, the Hampton offering, with its beautiful cedar or redwood slatted roofs, is a wise choice when uncomplicated design and good quality are both equally important. The large octagonal Apley becomes a wonderful focal point of your garden view.
exterior frame which comes in a choice of either cedar or redwood. With fixtures and fittings in contemporary chrome or traditional brass, everything becomes your choice, to fit with your own personal preferences.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 25
The
APLEY
(See pages 68-69 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 26
26
THE HAMPTON COLLECTION
A BYWORD FOR
EXCELLENCE Celebrate the glories of springtime and the outstanding natural beauty of the garden from the vantage point of the large, rectangular Haywood. Dappled sunlight floods in through three glazed sides and two distinctive ball finials adorn the timber slatted roof of this substantial design.
Amdega has long been a byword for excellence in garden room design, the place where modern technology fuses with craftsmanship.
Our
Company’s values of quality and service have established a reputation amongst garden lovers and professional horticulturalists around the world.
Whatever your tastes, aspirations and
garden setting you can rest assured that the Hampton collection and indeed all of the other collectons in the Amdega offering are all achieved by drawing on Amdega’s extensive knowledge, by sourcing the best quality sustainable materials available and by being able to fuse the use of state-of-the-art CNC technology with the old fashioned crafts world of measure twice, cut once.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:50
Page 27
The
H AY W O O D
(See pages 68-69 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 28
28
THE HAMPTON COLLECTION
The
HAMPTON Collection
T
he attractive Hampton slatted roof comes in either cedar or redwood,
which has made it a much loved hallmark of this sought-after offering. With its intelligent design, the Hampton models have a faithful following and its own niche within the Amdega Collections.
Walnut Stain
Soft Green Stain
Cream Stain
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 29
T
H
E
M A N H AT TA N C
O
L
L
E
C
T
I
O
N
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 30
30
T H E M A N H AT TA N C O L L E C T I O N
FOR WORK... Chic modernity achieved here. The seeds of inspiration bloom in a tranquil, contemporary workspace, far removed from the humdrum of ordinary office life. Or imagine a home gym ‌ no excuse to stop working, or working out, as the cloak of night descends.
Over 60% of new businesses are now started from home. This striking increase can be explained by a number of factors, particularly the availability of new technology. The exponential growth of the internet, in particular, has changed the way businesses work forever.
People can work from pretty much anywhere - even
making telephone calls for pennies via the web. Also consider the possibilities of a home gym to visit as you please, and being free from the restraints of expensive memberships.
An office at the end of the garden path offers many benefits. Garden offices are cost effective when you consider the alternative of out-of-home office leased premises or an extension.
Perhaps, as an added benefit, the purchase cost is an acceptable
business tax allowance. Compared to a traditional office, garden rooms win again on cost, time and disruption.
It’s a warm, well-lit, natural environment. No bright
fluorescent strips, grey walls and the white-noise of stale offices. No annoying traffic jams en route or crisp-crunchers at the next desk.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 31
The
M A N H AT TA N Rectangle
(See pages 70-71 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 32
32
T H E M A N H AT TA N C O L L E C T I O N
. . . A N D P L AY Manhattan garden rooms are made from western red cedar
and
timbers.
engineered Your
carbon
footprint will be enviable, as it is really is approached “by foot” as opposed to by a motorized vehicle.
It
affords a versatile space which could double as a place to chill-out or a play room (as shown), or where guests can sleep when not being used as an office.
Garden rooms take far less time to construct and finish than the same size traditionally built extension and planning permission is rarely needed. Generally, once delivered, your Manhattan garden room can be erected, with heat, light and power points, within a week, so you do not have to spend months waiting to get in and start to work … or play.
Clean exterior lines and large glazing panels match easily with unfussy flat ceilings. The recessed Manhattan lighting adds a slick finish to this thoroughly innovative garden room design. Create a relaxing ambience away from the hub of the home or a sunny room where kids can play with fresh air all around.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 33
The
M A N H AT TA N Square
(See pages 70-71 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 34
34
T H E M A N H AT TA N C O L L E C T I O N
The
M A N H AT TA N Collection
A
chic den to read or write, a place to dine, a home office or
gym, or merely a haven where you can relax as the sun goes down over the garden;
the
Manhattan
is
the
incomparable modern alternative to traditional summerhouse designs.
Old English White
Slate Green
Pebble Grey
Nigella Blue
Stephanotis Cream
Cornflower Blue
Olive Green
Filicales Green
Zinnia Red
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 35
T
H
E
PORTLAND C
O
L
L
E
C
T
I
O
N
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 36
36
THE PORTLAND COLLECTION
SUMMER ROOMS FOR SUMMERTIME Amdega created the Portland range to fulfil the desire from those wanting to construct a garden room themselves, for use in warmer months only. The simplicity of the designs, specifications and materials for this collection, backed up by the fact that they are made by such a prestigious company, has earned Portland a reputation for being the intelligent choice in the DIY market.
After
choosing your desired model and then placing your order it will be no time at all before your Portland is delivered from Amdega’s workshops in Darlington directly to your door, ready for you or your appointed DIYer to get started.
Portland summerhouses all feature
hardware fixtures and fittings in brass, as a nod to and in homage of Amdega’s celebrated Chelsea range.
Each model is provided with full and
comprehensive fitting instructions and in a choice of two beautiful stains, or alternatively you can choose the unstained option, for you to apply your own colour to suit.
A little DIY confidence is all that is required for you to be able to create a Portland garden room where you will derive pleasure throughout the warmer months. The ever-popular Cliveden follows the traditional summerhouse look that has remained fashionable continuously since way back in the Victorian era.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 37
The
CLIVEDEN
(See pages 72-73 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:51
Page 38
38
THE PORTLAND COLLECTION
WOOD IS
GOOD Amdega’s
DIY
Portland
collection
comprises of the construction industry’s tried and tested material, redwood, in beautiful timber slats for the roof and in feathered edge boards for the frame. Interestingly, the first ever record of the redwood was written by Fray Juan Crespi way back in 1769. Its botanical discoverer was Archibald Menzies, whose collections are dated 1794.
The name "redwood"
comes from the first, Spanish, description of the huge trees, Palo Colorado, meaning simply "red trees."
All of the summerhouses and gazebos in the Portland collection allow you to cost effectively transform your garden and add another dimension to precious outdoor living. Make a date with nature and those sunny days your absolute priority, from the octagonal Aldbury summerhouse.
In the Age of the Dinosaurs, redwood species were dominant over much of the Northern Hemisphere, including what is now the Arctic. Redwood bark, which is soft and stringyfibrous, varies in colour from red-brown to greyish. On mature trees it grows to 30cm (1 foot) in thickness. This thick bark protects the tree from fire damage, although repeated hot fires can burn through the bark. These hollowed-out trees were named "goose pens" because inventive early settlers chose to keep their poultry in them.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 39
The
ALDBURY
(See pages 72-73 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 40
40
THE PORTLAND COLLECTION
STYLISH AND
SIMPLISTIC The inside of a redwood tree contains lots of water. This water transports nutrients from the roots to hundreds of feet up into the tree, where the leaves use those nutrients to manufacture sugars and starches. The only way to raise water that high is with a huge pump. How does the redwood tree do it? The answer comes from Don Garlick, a geology professor retired from Humboldt State University. He states that evaporation from redwood leaves draws the liquid up through tiny micro-pores located in cell walls. The water and sap molecules stick together due to surface tension (that is what makes a drop of water bead up) and as long as the chain is not broken, a molecule will pull its neighbour along with it. As the tree grows, the water column extends with it ‌ Mother Nature at her very best.
Cleverly positioned offset doors are a key characteristic of the Richmond summerhouse design, allowing for utmost use of the interior floor space. Create a perfect place to enjoy the spirit of summer in this innovative garden room.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 41
The
RICHMOND
(See pages 72-73 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 42
42
THE PORTLAND COLLECTION
TO ENHANCE LIFE OUTDOORS Distinctive and substantial garden room living is so easily achieved from the Hartforth, an incomparable choice when considerable space is required, for relaxation, play or work perhaps, during the pleasant months. Far more than just a place to rest.
Imagine the possibilities of owning a garden room. All that is required from you is a little imagination, along with that DIY confidence, and your Portland garden room would very soon become an invaluable space where good weather can be fully enjoyed. For those social summer occasions; where an impromptu barbeque can quickly take place, or as the focal point for a child’s party at home, away from the house, instead of hiring an expensive venue. Kids run free and a downpour creates an adventure as they shelter from a storm. Or, for those tranquil moments when the gardener takes a break with a cup of tea, satisfied from their green fingered endeavours. Endless possibilities.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 43
The
HARTFORTH
(See pages 72-73 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 44
44
THE PORTLAND COLLECTION
HANDMADE IN DARLINGTON The Brampton is superb when all that is required is shelter from sunshine or a storm. Luxuriate in a cool breeze in this open sided gazebo; an airy and attractive alternative to “closed” garden rooms. Why not choose bench seating to place inside our out, as the elements dictate.
Every Portland is handmade at Amdega’s workshops in
Darlington has long enjoyed a reputation for excellence
Darlington, in the north east of England, in the very same place
in industry. Edward Pease, the influential Darlingtonian
where Amdega’s other garden room ranges are made, and by
Quaker, is the man credited with the innovative idea of
the very same people. Such superior quality ensures that this
using steam locomotives for the shipment of coals from
range is the considered choice for those wanting a superior DIY
south Durham to the Tees mouth. On 27 September
offering from a reputable, longstanding company with an
1825 history was made, for as well as carrying coal,
unrivalled heritage in garden room design.
George Stephenson’s Locomotion No 1 also included 600 passengers, thus the world’s first public railway was born. Railways are not the only industry for which the town of Darlington is noted.
Its engineering skills,
particularly bridge building, have long been important and famous bridges have been built at Darlington which span rivers as far away as the Amazon and the Nile.
(8 Sided Brampton)
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 45
The
BRAMPTON
(6 Sided Brampton) (See pages 72-73 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 46
46
THE PORTLAND COLLECTION
The
PORTLAND Collection
T
he Portland collection was created to bring Amdega’s traditional
values and “hand made in England” badge of distinction to the wider DIY market. Remember, that Portland garden rooms come from Amdega’s workshops, providing you with that all important peace of mind. A Company where 30% of the workforce has been employed for over a decade, with many employees having even gained 20 years or more of loyal and continuous service.
Soft Green Stain
Walnut Stain
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 47
T
H
E
GREENHOUSE C
O
L
L
E
C
T
I
O
N
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 48
48
THE GREENHOUSE COLLECTION
THE ORIGINS OF
AMDEGA Amdega’s extensive greenhouse collection has been designed for the discerning gardener and in homage to the Company’s Victorian origins, when an enviable reputation for creating the finest greenhouses and vineries, as well as glass rooms, was well earned. Painstakingly designed and with countless attributes, the Amdega greenhouse of today is the place to get back to nature nurture … and relax.
The
idea
of
environmentally
growing
plants
controlled
areas
in has
existed since Roman times and evidence was found underneath the ash and lava of the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD when archaeological excavations of the ancient city of Pompeii uncovered the remains of early greenhouses. The Roman emperor Tiberius ate a cucumber-like vegetable daily and
Roman
gardeners
used
artificial
methods (similar to the greenhouse system) of growing to have it available for his table every day of the year.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
3 bay medium (shown above)
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 49
The
DEN
2 bay small (shown above)
2 bay large
(See pages 74-75 for specification) Visit the web site to view the full range of drawings
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 50
50
THE GREENHOUSE COLLECTION
FOR DISCERNING
GARDENERS Amdega has provided beautiful glass conservatory and orangery structures to the aristocracy and high society continuously since way back in the 1800s and boasts a formidable client list of nobility, financiers and movers and shakers across the world today. It was in honour of this unrivalled heritage that our design team went back to the Company’s roots and created this exciting collection of greenhouses.
Greenhouses were built in Italy in the 13th Century to house exotic plants that explorers brought back from the tropics and were originally called giardini botanici (botanical gardens).
The concept quickly spread to the Netherlands and then
England, along with the plants. Some of these early attempts required enormous amounts of work to close up at night or to “winterize”. Charles Lucien Bonaparte, a French botanist, is often credited with building the first practical modern greenhouse in Leiden, Holland to grow medicinal tropical plants, originally on the estates of the rich. Then, with the growth of the science of botany, greenhouses also spread to universities to allow extensive research to take place.
3 bay medium (shown left)
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 51
The
NURSERY
4.5 bay small
4.5 bay large (shown above)
(See pages 74-75 for specification) Visit the web site to view the full range of drawings
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 52
52
THE GREENHOUSE COLLECTION
From Ambition, determination and gain The Company name was originally derived from three crucial values, ambition, determination and gain, and it is with these longstanding values in mind that today’s greenhouse collection came to fruition, with the clear emphasis on attributes and optional features. Imagine for example the benefits of an irrigation system which could be set weeks in advance, and how precious plants could be taken care of whenever you are away. Stress free remote control gardening … no need to worry whilst sunning yourself on a beach for instance.
The French called their first greenhouses “orangeries” as they were used to protect orange trees from freezing in the winter. In the 15th Century owning an orangery was a status
symbol
amongst
wealthy
Europeans.
Experimentation in greenhouse design continued during the 17th Century in Europe with better glass and construction techniques. The greenhouse at the Palace of Versailles was an example of their size and elaborateness; more than 500’ long, 42’ wide and 45’ high. In the 19th Century the largest elaborate greenhouses were built. In England the conservatory at Kew Gardens is a prime example of the Victorian greenhouse along with Joseph Paxton’s Crystal Palace.
2 bay medium (shown above)
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 53
The
R E T R E AT
1.5 bay small (shown above)
(See pages 74-75 for specification) Visit the web site to view the full range of drawings
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 54
54
THE GREENHOUSE COLLECTION
OF AN ENGLISH COUNTRY GARDEN Your Amdega is far more than just an average greenhouse … it is a place for everyone. We have tried to envisage every consideration. The doors are wide, staging is high to avoid back strain when standing and it can also be lowered for the wheelchair user (who can also be provided with a ramp for easy access). Base walls can be brick or stone instead of cladding to blend with surroundings and the house if so desired and bench seating is available for that impromptu cup of tea in the sun.
The English garden is a landscape style which emerged in Britain in the early 18th century, and quickly spread across Europe. Presenting an idealized view of nature, it could include a lake, rolling lawns, tree groves, classical temple recreations, Gothic ruins and bridges. By the end of the 18th Century the English garden was being imitated by the French, and also appeared as far away as St Petersburg in Russia. It also had a major influence on the form of the public parks and gardens which appeared around the world at that time.
The most influential figure in the later
development of the English landscape garden was Lancelot “Capability” Brown (1716–1783) who began his career in 1740 and simplified the garden by eliminating geometric structures, replacing them with lawns and views of isolated groups of trees and artificial lakes.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:52
Page 55
The
VINERY
2 bay small
2 bay large (shown above)
(See pages 74-75 for specification) Visit the web site to view the full range of drawings
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 56
56
THE GREENHOUSE COLLECTION
The
Greenhouse Collection
I
n line with signature the Chelsea collection, Amdega Greenhouses are
made of Western Red cedar and are available in the nine colours and three stains of the Botanical Colours Range. Choose to blend your greenhouse with the hues of the garden or to alternatively create a bold statement in glass.
Old English White
Slate Green
Pebble Grey
Stephanotis Cream
Olive Green
Filicales Green
Nigella Blue
Cornflower Blue
Zinnia Red
Maple Stain
Walnut Stain
Mahogany Stain
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 57
T
H
E
Royal Horticultural Society C
O
L
L
E
C
T
I
O
N
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 58
58
THE RHS COLLECTION
IN HONOUR OF A CLASSIC
C O L L A B O R AT I O N Larch wood is strong and virtually weatherproof with the ability to endure changes from wet to dry without warping, splitting or shrinking, hence its inclusion in the RHS collection. When the larch was introduced to Britain in the 17th century it was planted solely as an ornamental tree. In 1885 the Duke of Atholl planted eleven Japanese Larches on his Dunkeld estate and two European Larches nearby. Seed was collected and planted and in 1904 it was noticed that young plants were exceptionally vigorous. The Hybrid Larch is sometimes known as Dunkeld Larch because of these origins.
Amdega has combined forces with the Royal Horticultural Society to create this distinguished range. Already stunning gardens and grounds can not fail to be further enhanced by the addition of a beautifully designed neat Kilburn, spacious Sherwood or light and airy Arden.
Deluxe Florentine Bronze hardware features in this range. In history the discovery of bronze enabled better use of metal objects than previously possible. Initially made of copper and arsenic, it was only later that tin was used, becoming the only bronze in the late 3rd millennium BC; as it was easier to cast and, unlike arsenic, the tin was not toxic. The earliest tin-alloy bronzes date to the late 4th millennium BC in Susa (Iran) and some ancient sites in Mesopotamia (Iraq). In Europe, the source for tin was Great Britain’s deposits of ore in Cornwall which were traded as far as Phoenicia in the Mediterranean.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 59
The
KILBURN
(See pages 76-77 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 60
60
THE RHS COLLECTION
A ROOM FOR ALL
SEASONS Window coverings have been used for centuries to provide shading from sunlight in a large variety of materials.
The ancient Egyptian pharaohs had blinds made of
reeds and many relics of their history have often been depicted in drawings of ancient Egyptian tombs.
Choose to make your Kilburn or Sherwood a garden room for spring, autumn and winter as well as the summer months, with the Four Seasons Comfort Packs that are unique to this beautiful collection. Imagine adding electrics, under floor heating, window blinds and luxurious ceramic floor tiles … and creating endless possibilities.
Porcelain is a ceramic material made by heating
In pre-Roman times under floor heating was a rare
raw materials, generally including clay in the form
and somewhat radical technology in a world that
of kaolin.
typically relied on open fireplaces.
Porcelain derives its name from old
Under floor
Italian “porcellana” (cowrie shell) because of its
heating was used by the Romans but was invented
resemblance to the shell’s translucent surface.
by the Koreans in the Bronze Age.
Porcelain can informally be referred to as "china" in
preserve of the rich, under floor heating became
some English-speaking countries, as China was the
increasingly commonplace in public buildings and
birth place of porcelain making.
villas, particularly in the colder regions of the
Our chosen
provider for porcelain floor tiles, Porcelanosa,
Initially the
Roman Empire.
based in Villareal in Spain, has become the leading brand on the Spanish and international market.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 61
The
SHERWOOD
(See pages 76-77 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 62
62
THE RHS COLLECTION
TREE OF LIFE The eastern white-cedar is also called northern white-cedar, arborvitae and swampcedar. The name arborvitae or "tree of life" dates from the 16th century when the French explorer Jacques Cartier learned from the Indians how to use the tree's foliage to treat scurvy. Today, we use cedar leaf oil in medicines and perfumes. Because it is resistant to rot, we use it for shingles and other structures that are exposed to water or soil. Seedlings, saplings and young trees provide the most food for deer and small mammals, which feed on both the leaves and the bark.
The RHS was founded in 1804 as the
The gazebo was the place in ancient Japan to celebrate the tea ceremony and to take time to meditate. The alluring Arden, with its stunning cedar shingle roof, is a modern day alternative and symbolises a now celebrated landmark of the traditional English garden.
Horticultural Society of London, and gained its present name in a Royal Charter granted in 1861 by Prince Albert and the Society’s first garden was in Kensington, from 1818-1822. In 1821 the Society leased part of the Duke of Devonshire’s estate at Chiswick to set up an experimental garden and in 1823 it employed Joseph Paxton there.
From
1827 the Society held fetes at the Chiswick garden, and from 1833, shows with competitive classes for flowers and vegetables which have been a great success through to the present day.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 63
The
ARDEN
(See pages 76-77 for specification)
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 64
64
THE RHS COLLECTION
The
R O Y A L H O R T I C U LT U R A L S O C I E T Y Collection
T
he Royal Horticultural Society collection effortlessly fuses the inno-
vative designs and unsurpassed craftsmanship for which Amdega is famous around the globe.
This special edition
collection is available in the exclusive RHS Green and Stone paint colours; in either one or two-tone finishes.
RHS Stone
RHS Green
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 65
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I
n
d
e
x
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:53
Page 66
66
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
The Chelsea Collection Amdega’s longstanding and celebrated signature collection.
Flooring Summerhouses have redwood integral tongue and
Luxuriant and sophisticated in design, with beautifully
grooved flooring, preservative treated and fixed in place
traditional features, the Chelsea collection is applauded and
upon traditionally constructed joists, all of which are
coveted by garden lovers and professional horticulturalists
preservative treated.
around the world.
sided Jubilee summerhouse is placed on a turntable, tongue
If a Kingswood, Wraylands or eight
and groove boards are replaced with sturdy exterior grade Comprising Kingswood, Wraylands, eight and ten sided
plywood. The Belvedere has a sturdy preservative treated
Jubilee, Corner House and Mowbray summerhouses and
redwood decked floor.
Belvedere gazebo. All Chelsea models are handcrafted from western red cedar and/or other specially selected high
Choice of Hardware All furniture and fittings – handles,
quality, sustainable timbers.
casement stays etc – are in solid cast brass, chrome or Florentine Bronze.
The Roof Chelsea roofs are Western Red cedar shingles with elegantly cambered eaves. Cedar is recognised as one of
Finial A handcrafted decorative timber ball finial adorns all
the most suitable species of timber for shingles. Although
of the models as standard, apart from the Mowbray.
an extremely durable species in its own right, the shingles are also Tanatone pressure treated and impregnated with
Optional extras
Tanalith.E wood preserver; a special process that enhances
Bench Seating Available for placing around and outside the
the durability of the wood and reduces the need for further
Belvedere gazebo and eight sided Jubilee.
treatment. The roof hips and fascia are also made from cedar shingles. Internally, the roof is left unlined to allow the
Turntable As mentioned at “Flooring” above, turntables are
shingles to breath and comes braced with preservative
exclusively available on the Kingswood, Wraylands and 8
treated redwood batons and rafters.
sided Jubilee models to enable enjoyment of garden views throughout the day.
Choice of Cladding Sides are externally clad with western red cedar or preservative treated redwood, painted or
Weathervanes Weathervanes are an enhancement on all but
stained. Cedar is a naturally rot resistant species which ages
the Mowbray. Made from copper, they can add a distinctive
to an attractive silver, grey colour.
finishing touch in place of the standard ball finial.
All cedar used is
premium quality and kiln dried. Redwood is one of the most widely used species of timber in construction. All redwood used is kiln dried and preservative treated for extra durability and rot prevention.
Interiors are lined with
exterior quality veneered plywood.
Supply only, supply and install and full build services Installation service Choose either installation by Amdega or supply for self assembly.
Choice of Windows Original handmade leaded lights made from individual panes of glass in the traditional way,
Amdega’s garden rooms have
been designed with ease of installation in mind and comprehensive fitting instructions are supplied.
although plain glass is also available as an option. All unleaded glazing is 4mm toughened as standard. Windows
Basework service Amdega also offers a baseworks service
are top hung, although side hung is available as an
for peace of mind and many years of trouble free use.
alternative.
A concrete base is recommended although a previously paved area, or flat hard-standing surface is perfectly
Choice of Doors Doors are double sets in cedar shiplap or
adequate.
Comprehensive base plans are supplied upon
pressure treated redwood panels, glazed with leaded lights.
placement of order.
4mm toughened plain glass is available as an option. Colour Palette See page opposite.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 67
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
67
The Chelsea Collection components and finishes
The Wraylands
The Kingswood
The Jubilee
THE ROOF
The Corner House
The Mowbray
The Belvedere Gazebo
HARDWARE
Cedar shingles
Interior
Florentine Bronze Brass
Chrome
CLADDING
BENCH SEATING
Cedar or redwood shiplap, painted or stained
Available for the Belvedere and 8 sided Jubilee
WINDOWS
TURNTABLE Side hung and plain glass options available also.
Follow the sun all day long.
Top hung, leaded lights
Available for the Kingswood, Wraylands and 8 sided Jubilee
DOORS
WEATHERVANES
Double sets and lockable
Rooster
FLOORING
INSTALLATION/BASEWORKS SERVICES
Tongue & Groove
Decking (Belvedere only)
Supply only
Snow Goose
Supply & install
Stag
Full build
Old English White
Slate Green
Pebble Grey
Stephanotis Cream
Olive Green
Filicales Green
Nigella Blue
Cornflower Blue
Zinnia Red
Maple Stain
Walnut Stain
Mahogany Stain
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only. AMDEGA
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 68
68
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
The Hampton Collection Unmistakably Amdega. With style, functionality and ease of
Choice of Hardware All furniture and fittings – handles,
installation at the forefront of its design; the Hampton
casement stays etc – are in either solid cast brass or chrome.
offering comprises three ever-popular sized summerhouses, and is defined as garden rooms suitable for an array of
Finial A handcrafted decorative timber ball finial adorns all
possible uses.
of the models as standard.
Comprising
Claremont,
summerhouses.
Apley
and
Haywood
Hampton models are handmade from
western red cedar and/or other specially selected high quality, sustainable timbers. Choice of Roof Hampton summerhouses all have an attractive slatted roof, either in cedar or preservative treated
Optional extras Bench Seating Available for the Claremont and Apley summerhouses.
Supply only, supply and install and full build services
redwood. Roofs are felt lined and sit on plywood, supported
Installation service Choose either installation by Amdega or
by redwood rafters.
supply for self assembly.
Interior and exterior timber
Amdega’s garden rooms have
components are further protected with timber stain
been designed with ease of installation in mind and
preservative.
comprehensive fitting instructions are supplied.
Choice of Cladding Sides are externally clad with western
Basework service Amdega also offers a baseworks service
red cedar or preservative treated redwood shiplap, stained.
for peace of mind and many years of trouble free use. A
Cedar is a rot resistant species of timber which ages
concrete base is recommended although a previously paved
naturally to an attractive silver, grey colour. All cedar used
area, or flat hard-standing surface is perfectly adequate.
in the manufacture of Amdega summerhouses is premium
Comprehensive base plans are supplied upon placement of
quality and kiln dried. Redwood is one of the most widely
order.
used species of timber in construction. All redwood used is kiln dried and preservative treated for extra durability and rot prevention.
Colour Palette Decorative stains in Walnut, Soft Green and Cream Stain.
Choice of Windows Applied Georgian style leaded window panes, although plain glass is available as an option. All glazing is 4mm toughened as standard. Windows are top hung as standard. Choice of Doors Double doors in either cedar or redwood, glazed with applied Georgian style leaded panes hung at uniform height to the windows. Plain glass is also available as a further option.
All glazing is 4mm toughened as
standard. Flooring Hampton summerhouses have redwood integral tongue and grooved flooring, preservative treated and placed upon traditionally constructed joists, all of which are preservative treated.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 69
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
69
The Hampton Collection components and finishes
The Claremont
The Apley
The Haywood
THE ROOF
HARDWARE
Cedar or redwood slats
Brass
CLADDING
BENCH SEATING
Cedar or redwood shiplap, stained
Available for the Claremont and Apley
Chrome
DOORS
WINDOWS Plain glass option available also.
Top hung, applied Georgian style panes
Double sets and lockable
FLOORING
INSTALLATION/BASEWORKS SERVICES
Tongue & Groove
Supply only
Walnut Stain
Soft Green Stain
Supply & install
Full build
Cream Stain
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only.
AMDEGA
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 70
70
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
The Manhattan Collection A modern alternative to the traditional summerhouse style. Created in response to the desire for the home office and gym; this chic range is available in two sizes following the same overall aesthetics and style concept.
Supply only, supply and install and full build services Installation service Choose either installation by Amdega or supply for self assembly.
Amdega’s garden rooms have
Comprising The Rectangle and Square designs. Manhattan
been designed with ease of installation in mind and
models are handmade from western red cedar and/or other
comprehensive
fitting
instructions
are
supplied.
specially selected high quality, sustainable timbers. The Roof Timber construction to give a clear “skim” finish to
Baseworks service Amdega also offers a baseworks service
the inside, the external roof is finished with a high quality
for peace of mind and many years of trouble free use. A
two
large
concrete base is recommended although a previously paved
entablature/parapet capped with a stainless trim. Rear gutter
area, or flat hard-standing surface is perfectly adequate.
and down pipe are supplied.
Comprehensive base plans are supplied upon placement of
layer
felt
system
hidden
behind
a
order. Cladding Walls are a timber frame construction including a fully boarded wall to the rear and three quarter boarded
Colour Palette Old English White, Slate Green, Pebble Grey,
frames to either side. The walls have external cedar wood
Stephanotis Cream, Olive Green, Filicales Green, Nigella
shiplapped boards, a continuous vapour barrier and
Blue, Cornflower Blue, Zinnia Red.
insulation board, and are finished internally with ivory faced wall boards to a skim finish. Windows Side frames are glazed with 4mm/12mm/4mm toughened/toughened Low E coated double glazed units. One opening side frame is included above the double door set. Doors Full height double doors that are outward opening and held in position with chrome cabin hooks. These are lockable with five lever security locks. Flooring Timber construction, fully insulated and includes a prepared ply board surface ready for the application of the clients’ internal floor finish. The timber floor is raised off the concrete base to allow air to vent the floor space. Hardware All furniture and fittings – handles, casement stays etc – are in chrome.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 71
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
71
The Manhattan Collection components and finishes
The Rectangle
The Square
THE ROOF
HARDWARE
Timber construction
Chrome
CLADDING
DOORS
Cedar shiplap
Double sets, lockable
WINDOWS
INSTALLATION/BASEWORKS SERVICES
Side frames
Above double doors
Supply only
Supply & install
Full build
FLOORING
Timber, ply board
Old English White
Slate Green
Pebble Grey
Nigella Blue
Cornflower Blue
Zinnia Red
Stephanotis Cream
Olive Green
Filicales Green
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only.
AMDEGA
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 72
72
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
The Portland Collection Amdega’s DIY offering. Perfect when all that is required is a
DIY Installation The Portland collection is manufactured by
place to enjoy the garden in the warmer months. Portland
Amdega, and all that is required from you is DIY confidence.
summerhouses and gazebos are also stylish, simplistic in
Whether you install your Portland or employ a third party
design and excellent value for money.
you will not find any other modular summerhouse range like Portland in the do-it-yourself market.
Comprising Cliveden, Aldbury, Hartforth and Richmond summerhouses and six and eight sided Brampton gazebos. All models in the Portland collection are handmade from redwood and/or other specially selected, sustainable timbers.
By using proven materials and matching the latest manufacturing processes with skilled craftsmanship, the Portland collection combines practicality and good looks, resulting in a stylish collection that allows you to simply and cost-effectively transform your garden.
The Roof Portland models all come with an attractive redwood slatted roof.
Roofs are felt lined and sit on
plywood supported by redwood rafters.
Interior and
exterior timber components are further protected with timber stain preservative.
Colour Palette Available in Soft Green or Walnut decorative stains or alternatively can be supplied unpainted in fitting with the DIY ethos of this range.
Cladding Side frames are constructed of redwood feathered edge boards. Redwood is one of the most widely used species of timber in building and construction. All redwood used is kiln dried and preservative treated for extra durability and rot prevention. Choice of Windows 4mm toughened plain glass as standard. Applied Georgian style window panes is a further option. Windows are top hinged. Doors Double doors in redwood, glazing hung at uniform height to the windows. Flooring Summerhouses have exterior grade plywood flooring placed upon traditionally constructed joists, all of which are preservative treated. The Brampton gazebo has a timber slatted floor. Hardware All furniture and fittings – handles, casement stays etc – are in brass. Finial A handcrafted decorative timber ball finial adorns all of the models in this collection. Optional Bench Seating Available to place around or outside the Cliveden and Aldbury summerhouses and the Brampton gazebo.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 73
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
73
The Portland Collection components and finishes
The Cliveden
The Aldbury
The Hartforth
The Richmond
The Brampton Gazebo
THE ROOF
HARDWARE
Redwood slats
Brass
CLADDING
BENCH SEATING
Redwood, feathered edge
Available for the Cliveden, Aldbury and Brampton
DOORS
WINDOWS Plain glass option available also.
Top hung, applied Georgian style glazing bars
Double sets, lockable
FLOORING
INSTALLATION/BASEWORKS SERVICES
Exterior grade plywood
Soft Green Stain
Decking (Brampton only)
Installation DIY
Walnut Stain
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only.
AMDEGA
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 74
74
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
The Greenhouse Collection A substantial collection of Greenhouse designs, created by
Automatic vent opening wax system For automatically
gardeners for gardeners.
operated roof vents (standard on large models with roof
As endorsed by Susie White,
celebrated gardening designer and author.
over 3.5m high). Take the guesswork out of ventilation. The hinged vent opens using energy from the sun or air; the
Comprising The Den, Nursery, Retreat and Vinery models in an array of small, medium and large sizes. Extensive widths and depths are defined as “bays” eg “Den medium 3 bays”, (visit amdega.co.uk and click on garden rooms to view the full range of drawings). The Roof Combining Western Red cedar with a powder coated low maintenance roof system. The beauty of the cedar is visible to the interior with the aluminium to the exterior.
hotter it gets the wider it opens. A metal tube contains mineral wax expands with heat and pushes a piston and opens the vent.
When the temperature drops the wax
shrinks, a stainless steel spring closes the vent and resets the piston. Irrigation system Remote control gardening, operated via the mains or from a water butt and with a 9V battery controller (watering time 1 minute to 12 hours, up to 4 start times a day, working pressure 1 to 10 bar, weather resistant,
Choice of Cladding or Dwarf Walls Sides are clad in vertical
built in filter). Comes with a mister which produces very fine
cedar panels, painted or stained. Cedar is a naturally rot
drops
and
enables
excellent
water
distribution.
resistant species and all cedar used is premium quality and kiln dried. Alternatively, consider a dwarf wall in either brick
Staging Made of cedar, 820mm standard height, in lengths
or stone instead of cedar cladding.
of 1215mm and 603mm and widths of 700mm and 500mm.
Guttering In powder coated aluminium in line with the low
Disability pack We also manufacture lower staging
maintenance roof.
especially designed for the wheelchair user and can also additionally provide an access ramp if so desired.
Windows Top hung as standard, 4mm toughened glass. Bench Seating Available across the full range, for that break Doors Single and lockable. Larger models can have up to
from your green fingered endeavours.
three doors (visit amdega.co.uk and click on garden rooms for drawing details).
Cold frames Made of cedar with a 4mm toughened glass lid, 600mm high x 1215mm wide.
Flooring Flagstones are offered on small models (only when Amdega is engaged to carry out full build service). Hardware All furniture and fittings – handles, casement stays etc – are in solid cast brass.
Supply only, supply and install and full build services Installation service Choose installation by Amdega or supply for self assembly. Amdega’s greenhouses have been designed
Electrics pack Comprising waterproof double socket and
with
ease
of
installation
in
mind
and
comprehensive fitting instructions are supplied.
consumer box, IP66 rated, for the use of the water irrigation system (see below) or to plug in a radio or kettle perhaps.
Optional extras
Basework service Amdega also offers a baseworks service for peace of mind and many years of trouble free use. A concrete base is recommended although a previously paved
Ridge cresting Decorative aluminium ridge cresting in either
area, or flat hard standing surface is perfectly adequate.
Fleur-de-L’ile or Shark Tooth.
Comprehensive base plans are supplied upon order.
Finials Decorative aluminium ball or spike finials.
Colour Palette See page opposite.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 75
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
75
The Greenhouse Collection components and finishes
The Den
The Retreat
The Nursery
The Vinery
THE ROOF
THE ROOF
Western Red cedar, low maintenance roof system
Manual vents
Aluminium guttering
CLADDING or DWARF WALLS
HARDWARE
ELECTRICS PACK
Brass
Including double socket
Cedar cladding
Stone dwarf wall
Brick dwarf wall
FINIAL
RIDGE CRESTING
Fleur de L’ile
Shark Tooth
Ball
DOORS
WINDOWS
BENCH SEATING
IRRIGATION
Top hung
Available for all models
Available for all models
Single, lockable
(up to 3 on larger models)
STAGING
Cedar standard height
Spike
INSTALLATION/BASEWORKS SERVICES
Lower height also available
Supply only
Supply & install
Full build
Old English White
Slate Green
Pebble Grey
Stephanotis Cream
Olive Green
Filicales Green
Nigella Blue
Cornflower Blue
Zinnia Red
Maple Stain
Walnut Stain
Mahogany Stain
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only. AMDEGA
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 76
76
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
The Royal Horticultural Society Collection A distinguished Amdega range. Created in collaboration
Finial A handcrafted decorative timber ball finial adorns the
with the Royal Horticultural Society and featuring, for the
Kilburn and Arden models as standard.
first time, Four Seasons Comfort Packs to facilitate deluxe summerhouse living also in autumn, winter and spring.
Optional extras Bench Seating Available for the Arden gazebo.
Comprising Sherwood and Kilburn summerhouses and the Arden gazebo.
All models in the RHS collection are
Four Seasons Comfort Packs for maximum summerhouse
handmade from Siberian larch, Eastern White cedar and/or
usage all year round
other specially selected high quality, sustainable timbers.
Comfort Pack Comprises of electrics, under floor heating and canvas roller blinds in Pebble or Chantilly.
The Roof Roofing is made from Eastern White cedar shingles with cambered eaves. Cedar is recognised as one of the most suitable species of timber for shingles and after a period of time the colour of the shingles gradually changes to silver grey. The roof hips and fascia are also made from cedar shingles. Internally the roof is lined with exterior grade plywood with a vapour barrier to prevent moisture build up within the roof space.
Comfort Pack Plus Comprises of electrics and under floor heating, natural wood weave blinds in either Durham or Danby, and two stunning flooring options, Marmol Nilo Marfil or Silver Blue, from Spanish tiling experts, Porcelanosa. Tongue and groove boarding is replaced with a structurally boarded insulated floor to accommodate under floor heating. (Comfort Packs are available on summerhouses where the installation and base works services are carried out by
Cladding Summerhouse sides are externally clad with
Amdega).
Siberian larch. Larch is one of the most widely used species of timber in construction.
All Larch used is kiln dried.
Summerhouse interiors are lined with exterior quality grade plywood. The interior of the cavity includes insulation
Supply only, supply and install and full build services
boarding with a vapour barrier to prevent moisture (not
Installation service Choose either installation by Amdega or
included on the Arden gazebo as it is an open structure).
supply for self assembly.
Amdega’s garden rooms have
been designed with ease of installation in mind and Choice of Windows Applied Georgian style window panes,
comprehensive
fitting
instructions
are
supplied.
although plain glass is available as an option. All glazing is 4mm toughened as standard. Windows are top hung.
Baseworks service Amdega also offers a baseworks service for peace of mind and many years of trouble free use. A
Doors Double doors with vertical clad panels of Siberian larch and 4mm toughened glass to match the side frames. Flooring Summerhouses have redwood integral tongue and grooved flooring with insulation, preservative treated
concrete base is recommended although a previously paved area, or flat hard-standing surface is perfectly adequate. Comprehensive base plans are supplied upon placement of order.
and placed upon traditionally constructed joists, all of which are preservative treated. The open-sided Arden gazebo has a sturdy pressure treated redwood decked floor.
Colour palette Exclusive use of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Green and Stone; in two tone colour way variations as desired.
Hardware All furniture and fittings – handles, casement stays etc – are in Florentine Bronze.
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 77
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S I N D E X
77
The Royal Horticultural Society Collection components and finishes
The Arden
The Kilburn
THE ROOF
The Sherwood
COMFORT PACK Electrics* Under floor heating Canvas cloth roller blinds
Cedar shingles
*Electrics comprise of socket, switches in Florentine bronze and consumer box. Final electric connection to house by client’s electrician.
CLADDING
Pebble Blind
Chantilly Blind
Siberian Larch
COMFORT PACK PLUS WINDOWS
HARDWARE Plain glass option available
Top hung, applied Georgian style panes
Florentine Bronze
Electrics* Under floor heating
*Electrics comprise of socket, switches in Florentine bronze and consumer box.
Natural wood weave braided blinds
Final electric connection to house by client’s electrician.
Porcelanosa floor tiles (matching grout included)
DOORS
BENCH SEATING
Double sets and lockable
Available for the Arden
FLOORING
Tongue & Groove
RHS Stone
Durham Blind
Danby Blind
Silver Blue Tile
Marmol Nilo Marfil Tile
INSTALLATION/BASEWORKS SERVICES
Decking (Arden only)
Supply only
Supply & install
Full build
RHS Green
Please note: The colour chart is a guide only, the paint finishes are for illustration purposes only. AMDEGA
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 78
Fine
CRAFTSMANSHIP
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 79
WOOD IS GOOD
79
Where ethics meets aesthetics At Amdega we do not tear down rainforests to make our
sourced timber from renewable and farmed sources.
garden rooms or any of our other products. We only use
Engineered timbers offer stability, structural integrity, an
timber from managed sources to ensure both the
increased product lifespan and excellent performance in
environment and indigenous species are protected. We are
today’s challenging environments.
proud to be the first in our market to do so, using a
expensive to purchase, engineered timber products
combination of temperate American hardwoods, Douglas
produce less waste and ensure the efficient use of timber
Fir and architectural grade European engineered timber
and are more durable with greater longevity, making them
specially
ideally suited to Amdega’s environmental ethos.
selected
for
Amdega,
ensuring
the
best
Although more
combination of finish, structural integrity and ethically
Eco-ethos At Amdega we operate strict recycling policies.
For
At Amdega we not only have an environmental policy, our
example wood chippings are recycled and turned into
eco-ethos is applied across everything we do. Being green
chipboard. Any broken glass is brought back to life in the
is not a fad, it makes ethical sense to take care at work as
form of road markings.
well as at home and we try to lead by example.
Scrap metal and aluminium are
collected then melted back down and reused. Employees are encouraged to print as necessary, use both sides and only then to recycle paper as well as cardboard.
AMDEGA
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 80
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 81
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:54
Page 82
82
U S E F U L I N F O R M AT I O N A N D H O W TO O R D E R
Useful information and how to order If you would like further information or to place an order simply call 01325 349586 and a member of the garden rooms team will be happy to help. Alternatively, for full and comprehensive information on all of our garden rooms collections, visit www.amdega.co.uk and click on garden rooms. Please also refer to the attached price list (current at time of going to press). Orders can be made by bank transfer or by cheque by post. Finance is available for garden rooms, as Amdega is a licensed credit broker. All measurements given in this brochure are approximate and should not be used for base plans. Once your order has been placed you will be sent detailed base works drawings so you can prepare the hard-standing area for your garden room. The colour charts featured in this book are for illustration purposes only and through print will vary from the actual product. If you are interested in any of our products and would like to select a colour sample please call our garden rooms team. Specifications Amdega pursues a policy of continuing improvement in the design and improvement of all its products. The right is, therefore, reserved to vary specifications without notice. Warranties All models in the Chelsea, Hampton, Manhattan, RHS and Greenhouse collections carry a five year structural warranty. All models in the Portland collection carry a one year structural warranty. Detailed fitting instructions are supplied with all Amdega self-assembly products.
Installation and base works services All models in the Chelsea, Hampton, Manhattan, RHS and Greenhouse collections can be provided supply only, supply and installation or full build. All models in the Portland collection are provided supply only for DIY. To order, call 01325 349586
The RHS is the UK’s leading gardening charity, dedicated to advancing horticulture and promoting good gardening. An interest in gardening is all you need to enjoy being a member of the RHS, for more information visit www.rhs.org.uk or call 0845 130 4646.
Amdega group web links
Amdega Conservatories – www.amdega.co.uk Amdega Blinds – www.amdegablinds.co.uk Machin by Amdega – www.amdega-machin.com
Disclaimer In the course of compiling this book best endeavours have been taken to ensure that the historical and general information included is factually correct. This information has been included for general interest and appreciation purposes only, has been taken from a variety of sources and Amdega does not substantiate the validity of this material. Full warranty details on request.
Amdega Limited
Designed by The Unknown Creative Limited Darlington.
Faverdale Darlington Co Durham DL3 0PW UK
Amdega would like to thank all clients for their kind
Tel: 01325 349586 Fax: 01325 489209
cooperation in the production of this book.
Web: www.amdega.co.uk
BOOK OF GARDEN ROOMS
C AMDEGA LTD MMX
AMDEGA
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:55
Page 83
amd_garden_brochure
25/5/10
10:55
Page 84
Amdega Faverdale Darlington County Durham DL3 0PW United Kingdom Tel: 01325 349586 Fax: 01325 489209 www.amdega.co.uk