What are the benefits of your style of projects over a conventional build?
We have been conditioned to expect uniform, sterile building types, but we all instinctively love the warmth, tactility and homeliness oak framed houses & extensions can offer.
Modern oak framed houses combine beautiful, tactile wood with large amounts of glass to create a stunning light-filled space, conducive to how we live today. An oak frame will stir your emotions and give you a feeling that no other style of building will offer.
All our oak framed buildings are built to your exact specifications. Your space can have a barn feel or a smoother more contemporary finish. We can also incorporate an oak framed element into a traditional block and brick build to achieve the look you desire.
Our frames are built in the workshop, meaning that there is no disruption onsite until the frame is ready to go up. This normally takes 2 to 5 days subject to the size of the frame.
How much maintenance does the oak require?
Externally you may have dry oak cover boards which will turn a silvery grey with time. To avoid this, they can be rubbed down and retreated every few years with Osmo UV Protection, but this is not required to protect the timber.
As the oak is green does it change in appearance as it dries out?
How much does an oak framed home or extensions cost?
Typically the lower price is if you are carrying out a self-build. The price varies so much because it depends on many factors like site access, ground conditions, how much vaulted double aspect space you have, your choice of kitchen and many more other questions.
Some companies will quote you figures below £1,000 per sqm, just to attract you in but then as your build progresses your budget will invariably increase and will end up more in line with the figures stated above.
An extension will typically cost upwards of £2,000 per sqm. On a full turnkey project managed basis and will include first fix electrics and plumbing.
The above figures exclude VAT (for UK customers) although new build houses are exempt of VAT.
If the oak splits and bends does it cause problems with draughts and leaks?
Why is the oak referred to as ‘green’ oak?
What services does Nàdar Oak offer?
Due to our Surrey based location we are able to offer the following:
- Initial design – Nationwide
- Oak frame design – Nationwide
- Oak frame supply – Nationwide
- Full service design and build – extension – Surrey, North West Kent, East & West Sussex and East Hampshire, please do contact us for further details if you are just outside these areas
- Oak frame and glazing – Nationwide
Do you get involved with projects without lots of oak frame?
Can you help with the glazing?
How long will it take to design and build an extension?
With regards to the actual build time this again depends on the size, budget and complexity. A two-story rear extension with attached oak frame and fitted kitchen would take about 6 months. Your oak frame can take between 8-14 weeks to be delivered to site, from signing our contract, subject to our works programme at the time. Installation will take anything from 1-5 days subject to the size of the frame.
Is it more difficult to obtain planning permission for an oak-framed house?
Why should I choose to work with Nàdar Oak?
We are very passionate about what we do because we know what a difference delivering a stunning looking oak framed building can make to our clients’ lives. Our buildings stir people’s emotions and create a warm homely feeling that positively affects one’s day-to-day wellbeing. That may sound a bit ‘woo woo’ but trust us, all our clients express this same feeling.
Because we deliver projects from initial design to finished build, as well as frame only, we have a really good idea of how to make the finished project look stunning. It’s not just about the oak frame but also about the surrounding materials and lighting which complement the oak frame. We believe that too much oak can reduce the ‘wow’ factor of a frame and therefore often suggest a minimal frame, well designed and surrounded with other suitable materials, which gives a stunning finished space that has its own unique style. We are proud of this ethos which sets us apart from the rest of the oak framed market.
What if the costs go over my budget?
When can I talk to you about my ideas?
Do you get involved with projects without lots of oak frame?
What safeguards do I have?
For new build houses there are various warranty providers, which we have worked with who will provide a 10 year warranty.
Does Nàdar Oak do all the design work or can we use our own architect?
If you wish to use your own architect that is not a problem. Around half of our projects are working with our clients’ architects.