Roof lanterns
for light from above

A roof lantern changes the way daylight enters a room, so start with the area that feels most enclosed or the part of the extension that needs a stronger connection to the sky. Notice the room at different times of day, where people sit and how the proposed roof opening relates to the kitchen, dining or living areas around it.

Kaizen describes roof lanterns for extensions, kitchens and living spaces. Its current site lists slim aluminium frames, custom sizes and self-cleaning glass options; confirm which features are available for the product being considered. Those options should be matched to the roof, opening and priorities of the particular project, not assumed from a general category description.

Before discussing style, establish what is already known about the roof and the intended opening. If the lantern is part of an extension or renovation, note what has been planned and who is responsible for each element. Kaizen can clarify its product and installation scope; questions about structural design or approvals should be checked with the appropriate professional.

Share a wide photograph of the room, a view looking up at the proposed location and any drawings or plans already available. Describe the size and use of the space, what the roof is made of if known, and whether other extension work is planned. Make clear which decisions have already been made and which remain open.

Ask Kaizen what parts of the roof lantern supply and fitting it can quote for, what product options are currently available and what information it needs from other project professionals. Include your postcode to check local service coverage. A clear division of responsibilities helps ensure the proposal describes the work you expect.

If you have a roof plan, mark the proposed lantern position and note what sits directly below it. A photograph taken from the room’s usual seating position can show the view you hope to create, while a view of the roof explains the existing context. Ask Kaizen what dimensions and project information it needs, and confirm which parts of the design require input from another professional.