It is likely that this year’s Christmas will look a lot less merry than last from a visual perspective. Normally, the dark nights of Manchester in December are brightened up by plenty of lights mounted on or around houses, with some going to exceptional lengths with a spectacular display, often for charity.

This year may be a bit different as high energy prices kick in and many opt to cut back on costs by doing away with the lights this year. But there will be others who still do so, being willing to absorb the cost to make things as merry as they can.

Where there are still illuminated homes, it may not be hard to notice how some make good use of a flat roof. If they have used the skills of flat roof specialists in Manchester, the roof should be easily able to support a Christmas tree with lights on, as well as much lighter objects such as an illuminated hollow fibre glass snowman.

Such a sight might just be inspiring for those thinking ahead to 2023 and the possibility of adding a home extension. Not only will the space inside be useful, be it as an extra bedroom, home office, games room or other purpose, but a flat roof could create new opportunities on top. 

If you are thinking ahead, ideas for Christmas lights in the future is just one of the ways you can imagine making use of a home extension with a flat roof. Another might focus on something not apparent now but a feature of life just a few months ago; the prospect of having a flat roof you could sit out on to enjoy the sunshine of a hot summer day. 

While some may have lights on their flat roofs this Christmas and others be doing their sums to see if they can afford it, those planning ahead to hopefully less expensive times can start taking inspiration and thinking ahead right now.