Bespoke timber windows: Tailored craftsmanship for unique architectural projects

When standard solutions fall short, bespoke timber windows deliver the precision, flexibility and design integrity that heritage restorations, commercial developments and architect-led builds demand.

For projects where specification matters, off-the-shelf products rarely meet the exacting standards required for listed buildings, conservation areas or contemporary designs with complex fenestration requirements.

TRC Contracts specialises in manufacturing bespoke timber windows that combine traditional craftsmanship with modern performance standards. Our approach ensures that every window – whether for Victorian homes or new-build commercial projects – meets exact specifications while addressing today’s stringent building regulations.

The limitations of standard window solutions

Pre-fabricated window frames often compromise structural integrity or aesthetic appeal in pursuit of cost efficiency. For heritage buildings and architect-led projects, these limitations create significant challenges:

• – Standard dimensions rarely align with original openings in period properties
• – Fixed design parameters restrict creative architectural expression
• – Generic profiles fail to accurately replicate historical detailing
• – Limited material specifications prevent optimal thermal performance

According to Historic England, approximately 500,000 listed buildings exist across England alone, each requiring sympathetic treatment that respects original design while meeting contemporary standards for energy efficiency.

What makes TRC Contracts genuinely bespoke?

We manufacture windows that cannot be purchased elsewhere

Unlike suppliers who offer “customisation” within predetermined size ranges and style options, TRC manufactures entirely from scratch to your specifications. We don’t modify standard products – we create unique solutions:

• – No size restrictions: We’ve manufactured windows from compact 300mm cottage casements to expansive 3-metre-high commercial installations
• – Unlimited profile options: Our workshop replicates any historical moulding or creates contemporary profiles to architect’s drawings
• – Any timber species: From engineered European redwood to accoya, oak, or specialist hardwoods selected for specific performance or aesthetic requirements
• – Custom glazing configurations: Including heritage-style slim sightlines, Georgian bars in any configuration, or modern flush glazing systems

If you can specify it, we can manufacture it. This isn’t an adaptation of existing stock – it’s genuine made-to-order fabrication.

In-house joinery workshop with traditional craftsmen

TRC operates our own dedicated joinery facility where time-served craftsmen manufacture every window. This fundamental difference separates us from companies that outsource production or assemble mass-produced components:

• – Direct control over quality: Every window passes through our workshop where we inspect joints, profiles and finishing before dispatch
• – Traditional joinery techniques: Mortise and tenon joints, wedged construction, and hand-finished detailing that replicates historical methods
• – Flexibility to solve complex problems: When projects present unusual challenges – curved heads, compound angles, or non-standard opening mechanisms – our craftsmen develop solutions rather than decline the work

This in-house capability means we accept projects other suppliers refuse. We regularly manufacture windows that competitors classify as “impossible” or “uneconomical.”

Site surveys and technical drawing services included

We don’t expect clients to provide complete specifications. Our service includes:

• – Detailed site surveys: Our experienced surveyors visit properties to measure openings, assess structural conditions, and identify installation challenges before manufacturing begins
• – Technical drawings for approval: We produce detailed CAD drawings showing elevations, sections, and construction details for client approval before workshop production starts
• – Problem-solving at specification stage: We identify potential issues – structural limitations, building regulation conflicts, conservation requirements – and propose solutions during the planning phase

Many suppliers require architects or surveyors to provide complete specifications. We partner with clients to develop those specifications, reducing the technical burden on project teams.

Collaboration with conservation officers and heritage bodies

TRC maintains established relationships with conservation officers across multiple local authorities. Our familiarity with heritage requirements means:

• – Pre-application advice that aligns with conservation requirements: We help clients understand what conservation officers will approve before formal applications
• – Documentation that satisfies listed building consent: Our technical submissions include historical research, material specifications, and performance data formatted to planning requirements
• – Proven track record on sensitive heritage projects: We’ve supplied windows for Grade I and Grade II listed buildings, scheduled monuments, and properties within conservation areas

This experience proves invaluable when navigating the complex approval processes that heritage projects demand. We understand not just how to manufacture appropriate windows, but how to demonstrate compliance to regulatory authorities.

Small batch and one-off manufacturing capability

Our workshop operates efficiently for single window replacements or large-scale projects requiring hundreds of units:

• – No minimum order quantities: We manufacture individual bespoke windows as readily as bulk orders
• – Consistent quality across project scales: Whether you need one statement window or 150 matched units, manufacturing standards remain identical
• – Staged delivery to suit project programmes: We coordinate production schedules with site requirements, delivering windows as needed rather than demanding bulk storage on site

This scalability means architects and contractors can specify TRC for everything from single conservation repairs to complete new-build fenestration packages.

Why specifiers choose TRC Contracts

Expert technical support throughout your project

From initial enquiry to post-installation aftercare, you work with experienced professionals who understand both timber manufacturing and building regulations:

• – Advice on specification options: We explain performance implications of different timber species, glazing systems, and ironmongery choices
• – Value engineering without compromising quality: Where budgets constrain, we identify cost-effective alternatives that maintain performance standards
• – Installation support: Our installation teams understand the products intimately because they’re manufactured in-house

Guaranteed lead times and project reliability

We provide realistic manufacturing schedules and meet committed delivery dates:

• – Transparent production timelines: We communicate workshop schedules clearly, allowing accurate project planning
• – Contingency planning: When site conditions change or specifications require modification, our in-house manufacturing allows rapid response

Projects stay on schedule because we control every stage of production rather than depending on third-party manufacturers.

Quality assurance and guarantees

Every window manufactured undergoes rigorous quality inspection:

• – Workshop inspection before finishing: Joints, profiles and construction checked before painting or staining
• – Final inspection before dispatch: Finished windows inspected against approved drawings
• – Comprehensive guarantees: Manufacturing defects covered by warranty, with responsive aftercare service

We stand behind our products because we control their manufacture completely.

Ready to discuss your specification requirements?

TRC Contracts brings decades of experience to every bespoke timber window project. Our team works closely with construction professionals, architects and heritage specialists to deliver solutions that meet exacting standards.

For detailed technical specifications, case studies or to discuss your next project, contact our team for expert guidance on bespoke timber window solutions tailored to your requirements.

Explore our wide range of timber window options, or get in touch to discuss how our bespoke manufacturing capabilities can support your project’s success.