Over the years, Roof Maker has been recognised by some of the UK's leading publications for our approach to rooflight design, manufacturing, and innovation. From national press to trade and industry titles, we're proud that our work continues to catch the eye of journalists, editors, and industry experts alike.
Below, you’ll find a selection of features, mentions, and coverage that showcase our journey so far, our latest product innovations, and the impact we’re having on the way UK homeowners bring natural light into their homes.
Architecture Magazine – “Hinged Slimline”
Roof Maker’s Hinged Opening Slimline Roof Lantern was recently featured as a spotlight piece in Architecture Magazine, covering the launch of what the publication describes as the UK’s first hinged opening roof lantern of its kind.
The piece explores how the design builds on the existing Slimline range, offering full-length opening ventilation while keeping the same slim, minimal glazing bars the range is known for. Managing Director Scott Nicholas discussed the thinking behind the launch, noting that the team “filed a gap in the market” for a hinged system that didn’t rely on bulky glazing bars.
Specification Online – “Exciting Innovation: Luxlite® Plus”
Specification Online covered the launch of Luxlite® Plus, describing it as the next step forward for our pitched rooflight range. The piece walks through how the design combines the frameless look of the original Luxlite® with the fully opening mechanism from Open-Lite® Access Rooflight, giving homeowners a lid that opens to almost 90 degrees rather than the 300mm opening of the standard chain-operated version.
The article also touches on the reception Luxlite® Plus received at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show at the NEC, and quotes Managing Director Scott Nicholas describing the experience of opening the rooflight as “just like having an open door in the roof.”
Glazing Today – “Roof Maker Opens New Front in Battle Against Overheating in British Homes”
Glazing Today covered the Slimline Hinged Roof Lantern as part of a wider piece on how the UK glazing sector is responding to hotter summers. The article frames the product as a hybrid, combining the look of Roof Maker’s slimline lantern range with the practical benefit of an opening panel for ventilation, positioning it as a way to manage overheating without relying purely on mechanical cooling.
The piece also covers the remote-control operation and automatic rain sensor closing, along with commentary on why this kind of multi-benefit product could become more important as specification moves beyond thermal performance alone toward year-round comfort.
