Royal Domes

Luxury outdoor dining solutions for all seasons.

Royal domes

Bring a touch of luxury to the dome dining experience

Experience the allure of igloo-inspired dome enclosures in home gardens or to craft an exceptional private dining ambiance in hotels, pubs, or restaurants.

Handcrafted event structures that are distinctive, environmentally-friendly, and exquisitely designed, providing an outstanding option to conventional tents and marquees.

Get inspired

We have completed several beautiful Podservatories projects throughout the UK, each one custom-made to fit specific size, colour, and outdoor covering requirements.

Our past projects range from providing a secure and practical outside roof covering for gyms to swimming pools and restaurant rooftop settings to a stylish and functional alternative to a conservatory or pergola, transforming the appearance of many residential outdoor spaces. 

Transforming open spaces

Outdoor Space Solutions have engineered the art of providing superior solutions for any skylight retractable or fixed that is required for any property, whether it is residential or commercial. Durably built and long-lasting they are the perfect way to transform open spaces.

By utilising our retractable roofing, commercial properties are able to use their top floor all year round whatever the weather. The reliability and ease of opening ensures safety and security for people using the terrace in all eventualities, including emergencies.

They can easily be installed as an extension to an existing house or rooftop or onto a new build project.

Why Podservatory?

Reasons to love our bespoke retractable roof system

Durable & long lasting

The polycarbonate sheets we use are 12 times stronger than toughened glass and have a warranty of 10 years. The warranty of the aluminium profiles is 30 years and 15 years for powder coating. Overall life of the product is 25–30 years with regular Annual Preventive Maintenance.

UV protection

Our retractable sections are meticulously designed to fit the available roof space, ensuring that you can relish natural sunlight while avoiding heat traps. Despite being lightweight, these sections are incredibly sturdy and can withstand all weather conditions. Additionally, both sides of the sections are coated with UV protection to safeguard people and furniture from harmful UV radiation.

All weather

Our retractable roofing system is designed to enable residential properties to fully utilise their outside space regardless of the weather conditions. With its dependable operation and effortless opening mechanism, the retractable roof provides a safe and secure environment to ensure homeowners can enjoy their outdoor spaces all year round, regardless of the season or climate.

Automation

Our retractable roofs are equipped with automated and electrically powered mechanisms, which make them extremely convenient to deploy whenever additional space is required or to retract when your home or business is closed or the weather conditions are favourable. 

Leak-proof

The retractable roof is 100% leak-proof. Enclosures can be locked with a key, meaning ultimate security for your pool, gym, or outside space, equipment and access to the roof.

Customise

Our fully customisable modular system allows for the incorporation of retractable skylights, glass doors, and retractable awnings, providing ample coverage for large areas that can be used year-round. With a variety of side wall options available, this system offers complete flexibility for your outdoor area. The extensive range of options enables you to create the ideal space that perfectly aligns with your vision, be it for your home or business.

Product details

Minimum height of the enclosure is 500mm. Span depends upon the width of the enclosure. If possible they can be customised to lower heights.

The track width is calculated depending on the number of segments, for up to 10m span roof, each track is 100mm. Thickness of the track used for roofs and enclosures up to 10m span is 15mm. Above 10m span it is 25mm. All our enclosures are adaptive and can have a maximum span of 100m without any centre support.

Our retractable enclosures can be self-standing structures and do not require any centre support. A roof weighs around 14-20kg/sq.m and weight is proportional to the span. Up to 10m span it weighs 14kg and above 10m span, it weighs 20kg/sq.m

Podservatory enquiries

Get in touch to find out more

Please provide us with your details in order to request more information about our retractable roofs or to make an enquiry about placing an order. 

Or call us on 01733 214475 to order or speak to one of our team


With a 50% opening sliding roof, beautifully powder-coated aluminium frame and clear polycarbonate and glass build, the Podservatory completes your house or outside space with its modern look.

There are no foundations required just level concrete or decking base is needed and it’s up to 50% cheaper than a conservatory.

 

FAQs

What are the key benefits of a Podservatory?

1. A Grade Aluminium Profiles – Powdercoated in multiple colour options

2. Polycarbonate sheets 12 times harder than toughened glass – unbreakable

3. UV coated on both sides

4. Cast nylon rollers and stainless steel fixings

5. Roof can be manual or electric

6. Can withstand heavy wind, rain and snow

7. Lockable sliding door for maximum security

8. Low maintenance

9. High grade EPDM sealants ensure 100% leak proof

10. Installation available 11. 25 year+ life span

12. FINANCE AVALIABLE

What is the lifespan of the Podservatory?

Made of A-Grade non-corrosive aluminium alloy with super durable powder-coating, plus UV-protected polycarbonate sheets that are 12 times stronger than toughened glass (the same used in helicopter windows!) you can expect a low-maintenance lifespan of 25+ years on your Podservatory.

Will I need planning permission?

In most circumstances you won’t need planning permission. If your Podservatory is larger than 30m2 or if it’s on a listed building or conservation area then you may need planning permission.

What foundations do I need?

Our installers need a flat, solid base to install your Podservatory, which we can provide at additional cost. We can build a plinth on top of your hard standing or build a timber or composite decking for it to be installed on.

What is the minimum and maximum size?

There’s no maximum size, and the minimum is 900mm high.

Will my Podservatory be warm in the winter?

The Podservatory is sealed with high-quality EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) which is a versatile and resilient elastomer that will resist harsh environmental conditions. This retains heat – and provides leak resistance from rain and settled snow. Additional heaters can be added to the structure.

Will my Podservatory get too hot in the summer?

Your Podservatory will heat up – just like any transparent material – but the roof has a UV coating on it to detract rays and as heat rises you can simply open the roof and the hot air will dissipate.

If required, we can add a frosted vinyl or film on the panels.

Can I colour match to my house?

We can paint the frame in any colour of your choice, including wood imitation.

Can it open the full length of the structure?

The structure needs to have a fixed section each end for strength, but we can design two or more smaller opening sections to make the open space bigger.

Our History

About Us

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Our History

About Us

“Air winged, above, seed whales face so void which so. Fish bring light blessed, midst light set and us rule said dominion”