Barlow Construction has helped me through a major renovation of an 1860s property, involving new suspended ceilings, new wall linings throughout, full damp proofing, new doors and lintels, a new central heating system, and new bathroom and kitchen installs. Lewis has been a pleasure to deal with throughout, and his advice and guidance have been invaluable. His onsite team show considerable depth of experience, with no dramas in dealing with the unexpected work that crops up in an old building. If only all firms were like this to deal with.

Oak frame and joinery
Oak framed garden rooms and porches, oak floors, staircases, doors and fitted furniture, made and fitted by our own joiners.
Timber that improves with age
Green oak moves and checks as it dries, and silvers as it weathers. That is the point. Built well, an oak frame looks better in twenty years than it does on the day we finish.
We build oak framed garden rooms, porches and car ports, and oak frame extensions that sit against stone and brick houses as if they had been there for generations. Inside, our joiners lay oak floors, build staircases, hang doors and fit wardrobes and dressing rooms.


Anatomy of an oak framed room
Tap the numbers to see how it is put together.

- Green oak framePosts, beams and braces in green oak, pegged together at the joints.
- Full height glazingGlazing set directly into the frame, so the oak stays on show inside and out.
- Pantile roofA clay pantile roof to match the house, with the rafters left exposed inside.
- SurroundA bound surround with planting pockets left in the edge.
Sketch your garden room
Choose the frame and the roof.
This is a sketch to start the conversation. Every job is priced after a visit.
Joinery by our team









A room in the garden, built to last
Oak frame, stone base or brick, with proper foundations and insulation so it is usable all year, not just in July.
Planning a garden room or new joinery?
Call Lewis or WhatsApp a few photos. He will tell you honestly what is involved and arrange a visit.
Oak and joinery questions
Anything else, call Lewis on 07816 237961.
Does an oak garden room need planning?
Many outbuildings are permitted development if they meet limits on height, position and use. Listed buildings, conservation areas and anything used as a bedroom are different. We will check before you commit.
Will green oak crack?
Green oak develops splits, called checks or fissures, as it dries. They are natural and do not affect strength. We design joints and fixings to allow for the movement.
Do you make staircases and doors?
Yes. Our joiners build and fit staircases, internal and external doors, wardrobes, shelving and dressing rooms.
Often built alongside
One team, one point of contact, one honest price
Lewis is involved in every job, from the first visit to the final clean. Call him, WhatsApp a few photos, or send the form below.
What our clients say
We were introduced to Barlow Construction through our architect. They proved themselves to be a professional, trustworthy and reliable building company. Nothing was too much trouble. Originally taken on to do a single storey extension, which they did to an extremely high standard, we then asked them to lay a full surround patio with ACO drainage and repair our chimney stack. They were very tidy, clearing and putting everything away at the end of each day. We would wholeheartedly recommend them.
Lewis and the team did a fantastic job on our extension from start to finish. Communication was excellent throughout, they kept us updated at every stage, turned up when they said they would, and left the site clean and tidy each day. The finish is exactly what we wanted and the whole process was far less stressful than we expected.
We recently used Barlow Construction for a refurbishment project and were extremely pleased with the service and the quality of work. Lewis was great to deal with from the start. Professional, reliable and always on hand to offer advice on the best approach and industry best practice. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Lewis and the team.
The guys from Barlow Construction did an excellent job. They arrived on time. I was working from home throughout the kitchen refurbishment so got to know them. Great bunch of lads, great work. No issue too big or small, they got it sorted. Well pleased with the finish.
We have worked with Lewis and his team across a number of properties and he is incredibly professional and pleasant to work with. Highly recommended.
Excellent service from start to finish. The team was professional, reliable and clearly took pride in their work. Communication was great throughout, everything was completed to a very high standard and they kept the area clean and tidy. The finished result exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a trustworthy and professional construction team.
Fantastic building firm, clean workers who take your individual needs into consideration. Thank you.
Following a tender process organised by our architect, we chose Barlow Construction of Thirsk for a single storey extension enlarging our kitchen diner, and a raft of other internal work. Lewis and his team were exemplary. We particularly liked their flexibility with variations and extra tasks as we went along. Cleared up each evening and respectful of the property and neighbours. The standard of build and the communication throughout were superb.
Lewis Barlow has been involved in two major projects at our house near Stillington. These included restoring a barn and converting it to residential use, renovating the original farmhouse, and building two substantial extensions. He has immense skill in all areas of construction, takes huge pride in his work, and is always a delight to deal with. He runs a team efficiently and explains what he is doing as he goes, always letting you know what the next day or week holds. Our house is a joy to live in.
Every room has been upgraded in our extended bungalow by Barlow Construction. It took five months of continuous work and we can only describe it as faultless, not a word we use lightly. From day one their prime concern was to make sure we got what we wanted, with quality, politeness and excellent communication. Scrubbing the new patio on the last day summed up their whole attitude.
We had a single storey extension and a new kitchen installed by Lewis and the team and couldn't be happier with the finished project. The work was of excellent quality and done with real professionalism and knowledge from start to finish. I cannot fault them.
After meeting Lewis we quickly realised we would be in safe hands, thanks to his approachable manner and well thought out programme of works. He and his team lived up to the high expectations they set themselves, and we have already pencilled in our next project. Punctual, polite, hard working and they left our home spotless after each working day.
Lewis and the guys built our double storey extension and fully completed the interior. From the en suite bathroom to the kitchen installation, Lewis project managed every area, which made it entirely stress free. The guys did an absolutely fantastic job and made our home look even better than we imagined.
Lewis and the team did a brilliant job on our extension. Without them we would not have achieved our dream home. From basic drawings, a huge job was completed in record time to a very high standard, and Lewis always accommodated the changes we wanted. Our architect commented on the workmanship and took photos for his own website.
Communication throughout the build was exemplary. It is a measure of Lewis's integrity that he will immediately flag unnecessary work that can be avoided, and he is happy to suggest alternative approaches, which were consistently better ideas than ours. The tradesmen he chose were professional, trustworthy and delivered without fault.

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Insured by QBE£5m public liabilityUp to 10 yearsinsurance backed guaranteeTalk to us about oak or joinery
Send a few details and Lewis will call you back to talk it through and arrange a visit. If you already have drawings, WhatsApp them over and he will have a look before he comes out.
- Call Lewis07816 237961
- YardUnit 3, Bridge Farm, Park Road, Topcliffe, Thirsk YO7 3PD
Tell us about your project
Lewis reads every enquiry himself and will come back to you to arrange a visit. Quotes are free and come with no obligation.



