Step into the light
From the sun-drenched Mediterranean to the majestic Nordic mountains, and across the Atlantic to the untamed Canadian wilderness, VELUX and Discovery are bringing you an exclusive look at the world's most breathtaking luxury homes, along with the captivating stories of the people who live in them.
Scroll down to discover the lives of our Paradise Home owners and their home design inspiration.
Time House, Vancouver Island
With a roof made almost entirely of glass, Toni's Time House blurs the boundaries between architecture, art, and nature.
Villa AT, Norway
Learn how Svein and Bente created a sanctuary of light and fresh air on the Norwegian coast using fluid architecture and VELUX roof windows.
Strand Hus, Denmark
Tania and Casper's Strand Hus combines function and beauty to create a stunnning example of Danish coastal living.
Episode: Backwater, Norfolk
Inside the Process of Home Design
Patrick discusses his goal to harmonise the shapes and spaces of Backwater with the natural environment.
An Foscadh, Northern Ireland
Take a tour around Andrew and Dana's heavenly Irish country retreat and discover the property's intimate connection to nature for yourself
Luxury Family Villa, Liguria
Explore Laurent and Caroline's lavish Mediterranean retreat and learn how they combined open-plan living with intimate, green courtyard gardens.
Cave House, Sicily
Discover how Mark transformed a historic stone building into a Paradise Home that blends traditional Sicilian charm with modern comforts.
Eagle Rock, Isle of Mull
Roderick and Amanda's panoramic cliff-top Paradise Home is a stunning example of modern country living.
Le Costil, Normandy
Inspired by biodiversity conservation, Le Costil is Rodolphe and Yoshimi's sustainable haven – a place where nature can flourish.
Goda, Svartsö Island
Step into Emanuel and Majken's Swedish archipelago retreat and discover a modern take on a traditional Scandinavian fishing village.
Canada Woodhouse, Ontario
Discover Rob and Jackie's Canadian dream house. This woodland paradise combines traditional cabin charm with modern interior décor.
Backwater, Norfolk
Explore Patrick Michell’s breathtaking Norfolk Backwater. Blending Dutch architecture and Norfolk vernacular, this home is a nature lover’s dream.
Top 3 Architectural Rules for Design
An Foscadh's architect, Steven, explains his most important rules for design when taking on a self-build project.
Discover your Paradise Home
Loft conversion
The more space you have in your home, the more it’s worth. Simple as that. Therefore, creating usable space in your loft, whether for storage or everyday use, can really make a difference to the value of your home. Throw roof windows (not literally) into the mix, and you’ve got a winning formula!
Home extension
You need more space, but you don’t want to move. Enter the house extension, the answer to all your cramped home woes. But not all home extensions are created equal. Did you know that there are 5 different main styles of extension to choose from? Do you need help with the process or even finding someone to help you get started with the drawings of your dream extension? Let us know, and we’ll be happy to help.
Home renovation
Nobody ever said no to a better-looking and upgraded home. But where do you start? How much does it cost? Who should you work with? And what are the benefits? There can be many questions when it comes to home renovations. And we have a lot of the answers!
Roof window replacement
Is your existing roof window tired and needs to be replaced? Dream bigger and let us help you.
Roof renovation
Ensuring that your roof is in good condition is vital to the overall health of your home. You need to ensure that it’s not just providing what you need in terms of functionality but that it looks great! So, what are the signs that your roof needs a revamp or a renovation? And if so, how can you take advantage of a roof renovation and consider adding more daylight to your home?
Upgrading your roof window
Improve your indoor comfort using our blackout, heat protection and smart homes solutions.
Building a house full of light
Imagine your perfect home; one built exactly as you want, from lights to doors, to walls, taps, floors, and windows. A new build house can give you complete control over every aspect of your property. You’ll be able to incorporate fresh air and natural daylight and create a healthy indoor climate in your modern space, allowing your family to thrive.