Glasshouses and for you and your plants Enjoy your garden more with a contemporary glasshouse

Make your garden really stand out, create your own tranquil space for outdoor living and give your plants the ideal growing environment.

Based on revolutionary design principles, quality glass and aluminium geodesic our innovative and elegant glasshouses . Our domes are strong, eco- offer you something unique. They are the friendly, low maintenance and typically perfect place for relaxation and harmony require no planning permission. Plus, they where you feel like you have stepped are designed and manufactured from the into another world, away from the same site in the UK. pressures of life. So take a closer look and be inspired by For over twenty years we have pioneered how your garden can be transformed. the development and evolution of high

“I opted for a Solardome® glasshouse as a garden because it’s the best. No other manufacturer can match the quality and design perfection. Buckminster Fuller, the pioneer of geodesic domes, would have approved.”

Mrs Jude, Oxfordshire - Owner of a SOLARDOME® Haven

02 Proudly designed and manufactured in the UK. Create a stunning focal point in your garden

A Solardome® glasshouse lets you enjoy the best Ideal for gardeners of both worlds - the ultimate growing space for Our domes give maximum gain and excellent your plants, and a contemporary outdoor room for ventilation which provides the perfect environment for stylish entertaining or simply relaxing in. your vegetables to grow and exotic plants to flourish. Create that WOW factor Weather protection Practical, beautiful and British engineered, our geodesic Built to withstand whatever the weather brings, your glass domes create an elegant retreat, an eye-catching dome will protect your plants and allow you to enjoy centre piece, or an ultra-modern indoor growing space. your garden safe in the knowledge it will withstand Make the most of your space high wind and snow conditions. The height and shape, with no internal supports, gives Maximise your space you maximum space to design a room around you. Combine the best growing environment while Bring the outside inside simultaneously using it as an outdoor room for The unobtrusive frame lets you enjoy 360 degree views relaxing or entertaining into the cool evenings. of your garden while enjoying the warm, light and airy Choose the best spot space the dome provides. Our domes are freestanding and generally do not Transform your require planning permission. Attach a dome to your Our lightweight domes need minimal foundations and will , or position it to capture the most of the sun or transform decking, , or even rooftops. the best views, the choice is yours.

04 “It fits perfectly with our landscaped gardens - it’s our very own Eden Project.”

Alex and Cheryl, The New Forest, Hampshire

Benefits of a Solardome® geodesic dome

Base vents draw in cold Energy efficient: air, top vents High strength maximises solar efficiently extract hot air structure: lasts for gain all year round, decades, standing making it more up to wind, rain efficient to heat. and snow.

Excellent airflow: Low lifetime clever ventilation costs: low means a more maintenance with regulated no chance of rust. temperature.

Lightweight and aerodynamic: Ideal for sitting on rooftops and exposed sites.

05 Outdoor living room The essential living space for dining, relaxing and entertaining.

A Solardome® glasshouse creates a unique free- Dining and entertaining standing conservatory which is attractive, well Beat the inconvenience of unexpected summer rain ventilated, wind proof and provides 360° views of which comes just as you are about to have a BBQ, your garden. dine in the dome and enjoy being dry outdoors, or have a party with the guarantee that the rain will not Relaxing sun room spoil your fun. Use it as a great haven for relaxing on a sun-lounger with a book or eating alfresco while enjoying the winter sun out of the wind. It provides a multipurpose living space for the whole family to enjoy for years to come.

“Our dome is giving us great pleasure and we love the look of it in our garden… We use it a lot as our garden restaurant, to relax, to enjoy our garden and the views around us.”

John and Angela Harris, Monmouthshire - Owners of a SOLARDOME® Haven (4.5m)

06 Spa and plunge pool cover Relax, stargaze and enjoy your spa all year round.

A Solardome® glasshouse provides the perfect Spa/hot tub cover cover for your plunge pool or spa. Whenever A Solardome® spa cover protects you from the most the sun shines, your beautiful dome will heat extreme weather conditions, enabling you to enjoy up naturally providing you with a comfortable your spa whenever you want and still feel like you are environment to enjoy your spa all year round. relaxing outdoors. Thanks to the unobtrusive frame, in Plunge pool cover addition to protecting you from the wind and rain, you get to enjoy your spa and stargaze. Covering your plunge pool with a glass dome will reduce heating costs and protect it from falling debris, The domes provide a natural, warm, light and airy helping to keep your pool cleaner for longer. Some environment where you can even grow tropical plants customers choose interesting shaped pools, such as and enjoy that holiday experience every day. round or kidney shaped, where the extra space can be used for relaxing in the sun.

“Relaxing in our hot tub without the buffeting of the elements adds to the magic.”

Mr Cowan, Hampshire - Owner of a SOLARDOME® Retreat (6m)

07 Greenhouse or tropical dome The ultimate glasshouse for passionate gardeners.

A Solardome® glasshouse enables you to grow two tier) aluminium staging units and wooden planters a range of exotic wonders you never thought which fit the circumference of each model. possible in our unpredictable climate. They also Exotic gardening create an excellent greenhouse environment If you dream of a tropical Eden in your garden, why for you to experiment with modern growing not use your dome to grow beautiful cannas, bird techniques such as aquaponics, hydroponics and of paradise plants or exotic fruit trees like mangoes, vertical growing. passion fruits or avocados? Growing vegetables Or if you prefer to feel like you have stepped into a A Solardome® glasshouse provides an environment in Mediterranean retreat you can cultivate olives, agaves, which vegetables grow strong and healthy, non-native yuccas, palms and jasmines. Whatever you choose plants flourish and citrus fruits thrive. To maximise the to grow, all of your plants will thrive in a Solardome® potential growing space we offer free-standing (one or glasshouse. “My dome has exceeded my expectations. As a glasshouse it provides excellent growing conditions for plants, yet is spacious enough to enjoy as a sun room too.”

Jim Stockwell, Haywards Heath, West Sussex - Owner of a SOLARDOME® Retreat (6m)

08 Outdoor living range A range of domes to deliver your garden design vision.

There are five domes in our Solardome® outdoor Silicone sealant and UV stable plastic glazing strips living range, suitable for any garden size and use. provide a weather-tight seal.

All are designed and built to withstand the Options unpredictability of climate change. Due to the natural All domes come with a white (external) and silver strength and aerodynamics of the geodesic design, (internal) finish as standard and can be power coated they remain robust and comfortable even in extreme in green, grey or brown if desired. The glass panels weather conditions. can be swapped for other 4mm panels to suit your Materials intended use. Built with mill finished aluminum and single glazed If you are considering a self-build project and wish 4mm toughened glass, they come with base level to incorporate a dome into your design, we can also ventilation, mechanical window winder units and provide bespoke domes - see page 17 for details. a secure inward opening conservatory-style .

The glasshouse range

SOLARDOME POD SOLARDOME Haven SOLARDOME Retreat SOLARDOME Sanctuary SOLARDOME Paradise

09 SOLARDOME® Pod Our smallest dome is a practical and spacious greenhouse, and is also a wonderful space to relax in after an afternoon’s gardening.

Specification

Max. diameter 3.62m / 11’10”

Dome height 2.22m / 7’04”

Volume 15m3 / 530ft3

Internal area of base 8.83m2 / 95ft2

“We’re so pleased with our new Pod. The atmosphere inside is always pleasant even in the worst weather.”

Mr & Mrs Jones, Frinton-on-sea, Essex - Owners of a SOLARDOME® Pod (3.5m)

10 SOLARDOME® Haven A lovely conservatory-sized room and deceptively large inside, the Haven is often used as a garden sitting or or to cover a spa pool.

Specification

Max. diameter 4.61m / 15’1”

Dome height 3.05m / 10’01”

Volume 34m3 / 1200ft3

Internal area of base 14.93m2 / 161ft2

“When friends and family come they’re hugely impressed by what they see. They’re also aware of the enjoyment it’s giving us. We find the reaction just overwhelmingly positive.”

Andrew Cubie, Argyll, Scotland - Owner of a SOLARDOME® Haven (4.5m)

11 SOLARDOME® Retreat The Retreat’s large space makes it ideal for a combination of uses such as a cover for a plunge or spa pool, to grow a variety of plants and as an outdoor dining room.

Specification

Max. diameter 6.27m / 20’07”

Dome height 3.47m / 11’05”

Volume 69m3 / 2437ft3

Internal area of base 28.56m2 / 307ft2

“We were impressed with the quality of the build and the space it gave. Having a garden that is quite exposed and often windy, the strength of the structure as well as the superior light levels of the dome really appealed.”

Mr & Mrs Fall, West Sussex - Owners of a SOLARDOME® Retreat (6m)

12 SOLARDOME® Sanctuary The Sanctuary is a tall dome with enough height for mature citrus trees and palms making it perfect for cultivating a Mediterranean oasis or to host garden parties.

Specification

Max. diameter 8.12m / 26’08”

Dome height 3.90m / 12’10”

Volume 125m3 / 4414ft 3

Internal area of base 48.77m2 / 525ft2

“My SOLARDOME® Sanctuary has proved to be a world in itself. If the rest of the garden was abandoned, the dome would provide gardening and leisure enough on its own.”

Carol Nixon, Wales - Owner of a SOLARDOME® Sanctuary (8m)

13 SOLARDOME® Paradise The Paradise makes a stunning , palm house, pool cover or a room for hosting dinner parties or functions for up to 50 people.

Specification

Max. diameter 10.14m / 33’03”

Dome height 5.20m / 17’01”

Volume 272m3 / 9606ft3

Internal area of base 77.04m2 / 829ft2

“The dome ensures natural daylight and warmth all year around, creating a unique restorative environment even on the coldest of days. You could imagine yourself in a tropical paradise.”

Cheryl Lynch, Hilton Court Gardens, Wales - Owner of a SOLARDOME® Paradise (10m)

14 Designed for you Customised living spaces and a range of accessories to complement your unique glasshouse.

Customised domes Accessories The diameter or height of your dome can be • Colour options – grey, cocoa brown or grass green – customised to suit your needs (between 3-10 other colours are available on request metres diameter). • Additional , double doors and It is also possible to link domes together, attach a dome to your house, or have a geodesic skylight to • UV film for shading light up a room or . • Aluminium or wooden one and two tier staging units

All of our outdoor living range of domes are single • Wooden seats and planters glazed and designed to be free standing garden buildings. • Integrated base with metal frame and wooden sub-

• ECO features – solar panels to operate rain water harvesting, irrigation system, LED and automated vents

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Here’s how we’ll help you get Why work with us? your project off the ground • We are an ethical UK family business with • FREE no obligation site visit (UK only) staff committed to giving you the very – so you can have a look at the options best customer service and aftercare. and see examples of what’s possible. • You can rely on us for the most advanced We’ll also measure up and check your geodesic dome technology, thanks to proposed dome’s location for you. experience stretching back to 1995. • FREE digital visualisation service – so • We have an excellent record of creating you can see what your chosen dome customised domes for a diverse will look like in your garden. range of educational, commercial and • FREE 2D CAD design service for domestic projects worldwide. bespoke projects – so it’s easier • You can rest assured that we only use to share your vision with planning the highest quality materials from UK authorities. suppliers. • FREE base specifications, technical • Your dome can be ready in as little as documents and guidance – so you’ve all 8-10 weeks. the supporting material you need. • For your peace of mind we give you a 10- year materials and structural guarantee, as well as a 1-year installation guarantee.*

What do I need to consider to install a dome? Your Solardome® glasshouse generally will not require planning permission and can be installed by you using our comprehensive assembly instructions, or by our experienced team which then includes our one year installation guarantee. The domes do not require deep foundations just a level, hard base such as paving slabs, concrete, decking, or block brickwork.

Step inside a dome. Don’t forget, you can see a selection of domes at our Southampton showroom, or visit one near you. Call us now to arrange a free site visit or quotation.

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“For the space and strength of the structure I thought it was very favourable price-wise. But not only that, I thought it was a wonderful piece of too.”

Dr Ross, Blanefield, Scotland - Owner of a SOLARDOME® Haven

“During the dome’s first winter it withstood a hurricane with no damage.”

Dr Charlier, Isle of Mull - Owner of a SOLARDOME® Haven

“It’s a beautiful construction and it’s meaningful. Whether you’re a mathematician, a modeller, a virologist like me, or someone who’s keen on maximising the space and light for gardening, it’s ideal.”

Andrew and Heather Cubie, Argyll, Scotland - Owners of a SOLARDOME® Haven

www.solardome.co.uk /domestic t: +44 (0)23 8066 7890 | e: [email protected] Solardome Industries Limited, Unit 4 Yeoman Industrial Park, Test Lane, Nursling, Hampshire, SO16 9JX, UK.

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