5 Essential Considerations for Your 2025 Home Improvement Project

As we approach 2025, homeowners seek renovations combining sustainability, efficiency, and design while adding value to their properties. At Bereco, we’ve been at the forefront of these changes, helping homeowners create spaces that are not only beautiful but also functional and future-proof.

In this blog, we will explore the key considerations that should shape your home renovation decisions in the next year.

1.) Sustainability

The Rise of Natural Materials

In recent years, sustainability has moved from an option to an essential consideration, and 2025 will see this trend reach new heights. Natural elements are dominating interior design trends, offering both environmental benefits and timeless elegance. The movement towards sustainable materials has seen a particular focus on timber, natural stone, indoor plants, and organic textiles, creating spaces that feel luxurious and are environmentally responsible.

Bereco’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in our range of timber windows and doors. Made exclusively from FSC and PEFC certified wood, our products add a touch of luxury while significantly reducing your home’s carbon footprint. Each installation can save a tremendous amount of CO2 compared to uPVC alternatives, making them an environmentally conscious choice for your home improvement project.

2.) Maximising Natural Light and Views

Strategic Window Placement

Natural light has become a top priority in home design for 2024 and will continue into the new year, with homeowners seeking ways to maximise daylight throughout their living spaces. Large timber windows, strategically placed to capture optimal daylight, can transform homes into bright, welcoming spaces.

Bereco’s range of timber windows offers exceptional solutions for maximising natural light through slim frame designs that increase the glass area without compromising performance. All of our styles, from classic sash to contemporary designs, can be customised to suit any property.

Creating Indoor-Outdoor Connections

The relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces continues to evolve, with design trends focusing on seamless transitions. Our bi-fold timber doors and timber French doors can create flexible accessibility for patios, outdoor kitchens, or any outdoor living space. They can be opened completely during warmer months, offering an inviting atmosphere.

3.) Design Trends and Aesthetics

Contemporary Meets Heritage

The 2025 colour palette for windows and doors embraces both heritage and contemporary hues. Emerald greens, deep blues, pastels and earthy neutrals continue to dominate, while bold statement colours are often used to create a focal visual interest. Bereco’s dual colour options allow different finishes inside and out, providing ultimate design flexibility to complement your home decor and exterior aesthetics and achieve the latest interior design trends.

Customisation for Every Home

Our timber windows and doors can be tailored to suit any architectural style, from period properties to contemporary homes. With options ranging from traditional sliding sash windows to flush casement designs, each product can be customised with carefully selected ironmongery, glazing bars, and mouldings to achieve your desired aesthetic.

4.) Energy Efficiency and Future-Proofing

Advanced Window Technology

With heating costs continuing to increase, energy efficiency stands at the forefront of home improvements for 2025. Bereco’s double glazing achieves impressive U-values from 1.2 W/m²K, while our triple glazing options provide even greater thermal performance. These advanced glazing solutions create highly efficient windows and doors that significantly diminish your reliance on heating, reducing your energy costs.

Built to Last

Future-proofing your home includes investing in quality products that stand the test of time. Our timber windows and doors are crafted to achieve an impressive 60-year lifespan, backed by a comprehensive 30-year warranty on the timber itself and a 10-year warranty on our factory finishes. This longevity far exceeds the 20-25-year average lifespan of uPVC alternatives, making timber the smarter long-term investment for your property.

The durability of our products comes from our meticulous manufacturing process and the use of high-quality, engineered timber. Whether you choose our softwood or hardwood options, each is designed to require minimal maintenance while maintaining its performance and appearance for decades.

5.) Conservation and Building Regulations

Working with Period Properties

Maintaining architectural integrity while improving performance is often necessary for homeowners with period properties to receive approval. Bereco’s expertise in crafting conservation-compliant window designs ensures that traditional styling can be preserved while incorporating modern performance. Our range of heritage colours and authentic period details allows for renovation that meets both aesthetic and functional requirements.

Meeting Building Standards

Achieving current building regulations is crucial for any home improvement project. Our products not only meet but exceed Part L 2023 requirements, they ensure your renovation is future proofed against evolving standards. We guide homeowners through all necessary compliance requirements, from energy performance to local planning permission.

Other Considerations

Increasing Property Value

Investing in high-quality timber windows and doors offers substantial long-term benefits. Beyond immediate improvements in comfort and aesthetics, these upgrades can significantly increase property value and reduce energy costs. The longevity of timber products, particularly when properly maintained, provides an excellent return on investment through reduced replacement and maintenance costs over time.

Wellbeing and Relaxation

The wellness trend continues to shape home improvements, focusing on the various ways to create peaceful living environments. Our ambient range of windows offers superior noise reduction, which is particularly valuable in urban areas, while thoughtful window placement optimises natural light and ventilation to support health.

Contact Us for Your Future Home Improvements

At Bereco, we’re committed to helping you create a beautiful and functional home that is also sustainable and energy efficient.

Our range of timber windows and doors plays a vital role in achieving your renovation goals, whether you’re focusing on energy efficiency, natural light, or creating a stunning visual impact. With our extensive experience, commitment to quality, and comprehensive warranties, we ensure your home improvement project delivers lasting value.

One of the best ways to view our products is to use our virtual showroom.

We enjoy working closely with our customers to ensure they receive a bespoke design that is exactly how they imagined it. That’s why we offer comprehensive design consultancies in several forms:

• Virtual design consultancy: Our design team will remotely contact you to discuss your ideas. We can overlay your choices and options into photos of your home and offer you a quick quote.
• Visit us: We’d love for you to come and see us so we can design your home improvements in person. We can discuss your ideas and show you samples and options.
• Home consultation: Upon request, a member of our sales team can come to visit you and discuss your project.

You can call us on 01709 838188, email us at info@bereco.co.uk or use our online contact form and chat tool.

We look forward to hearing from you.