We were thrilled to be part of the DIY SOS Big Build in November 2019, their Children in Need Special for BBC One. The mammoth transformation project saw the DIY SOS team convert a rundown 19th Century church hall into newly designed accommodation for homeless young people in Blackburn.

Nick Knowles and the rest of the DIY SOS team, with support from tradespeople and volunteers across the UK, completed this ambitious project for Nightsafe, a fantastic charity which provides support to homeless people between the ages of 16 to 24. The emotional episode, which aired on TV on 13 November 2019, saw the old hall transform into modern accommodation, innovatively designed by Gabrielle Blackman, to provide short-term housing as well as communal support areas.

Southmead Development Trust is a resident-led charity which is working to improve wellbeing and employment across the local community in Southmead, Bristol.

The Trust recently took on the running of ‘The Ranch’, the local Adventure Playground, which was built by local residents and has previously been a well-used part of the community, enjoyed for many generations. Sadly, this local playground has fallen into disrepair more recently and is now unfit for purpose. The Trust see the community playground site as a valuable asset that could bring the community together and improve overall wellbeing and resilience.

In addition to the outdoor play area and sports pitches, The Ranch will also have some indoor community space including a shipping container that will be converted into a music space. The DIY SOS team contacted our team to discuss their requirements for a heating system to heat the shipping container.

Featured on Channel 4’s Extraordinary Extensions (Series 2, episode 2, January 2024), and hosted by Tinie Tempah, Simon wanted to extend his 1960s home in Essex whilst ensuring there was no detrimental impact to the existing footprint. As you’ll see from the photos, the extension has more than achieved its aim. The extension has been beautifully designed, renovated and decorated, transforming their home by adding extra space and creating the perfect modern living environment.

The extension has been heated by a combination of our infrared panel heating ranges. The white infrared panels are ceiling-mounted either side of the kitchen island, providing cosy warmth directly over the central living space whilst discreetly blending into the white painted ceiling.

In addition, our popular Select XLS Round panels are sited over the dining area, their stylish grey finish complementing the grey windows and kitchen and ensuring a sleek, eye-catching finish.