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Design ideas for a mediterranean conservatory in Berkshire with terracotta flooring, a glass ceiling and red floors.
Dual Anthracite Grey uPVC orangery in Berkshire
By Anglian Home Improvements

This orangery has beautiful views inside and out.
Design ideas for a mediterranean conservatory in Berkshire with terracotta flooring, a glass ceiling and red floors.
The natural and mediterranean side of this room. - elisa_pinhel

This is an example of a large eclectic conservatory in Cambridgeshire with a wood burning stove, a skylight, a metal fireplace surround and grey floors.
Orangery Extension with Bi-folding Doors
By Prime Oak Ltd

This is an example of a large eclectic conservatory in Cambridgeshire with a wood burning stove, a skylight, a metal fireplace surround and grey floors.
Chairs at the table - robcw1983

Medium sized contemporary conservatory in London with light hardwood flooring, a skylight and beige floors.
Bethnal Green Terrace
By Lonsdale Rooflights & Patent Glazing

Hut Architecture
Medium sized contemporary conservatory in London with light hardwood flooring, a skylight and beige floors.
bookcase and chair with picture window look - webuser_628255489

This is an example of a classic conservatory in London with a glass ceiling and grey floors.
Grade 2 Listed Cottage
By Forbes Rix Design

This is an example of a classic conservatory in London with a glass ceiling and grey floors.
Love this as a garden room idea - david_trevelyan48

This is an example of a rural conservatory in Oxfordshire with a glass ceiling and beige floors.
Indoor Lighting
By Garden Trading

This is an example of a rural conservatory in Oxfordshire with a glass ceiling and beige floors.
like the traditional look / simplicity - webuser_684212929

Medium sized bohemian conservatory in London with grey floors and a glass ceiling.
Dining Room - Private Family Home
By Little Stories Photography

Medium sized bohemian conservatory in London with grey floors and a glass ceiling.
big picture near dining table - webuser_961654201

This is an example of a country conservatory in Other with a wood burning stove, grey floors and a standard ceiling.
The Grinsel's
By Joanne Hodges

This is an example of a country conservatory in Other with a wood burning stove, grey floors and a standard ceiling.
The wooden structure is gorgeous. Hate the furniture. - rebecca_rose52

Design ideas for a large industrial conservatory in London with vinyl flooring and white floors.
A light & bright living space with an industrial twist
By My Bespoke Room

Leanne Dixon
Design ideas for a large industrial conservatory in London with vinyl flooring and white floors.
Beautiful exposed brick living space - hzdeleted_49902753

Design ideas for a large classic conservatory in Other with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and brown floors.
Traditional Refurbishment
By Construction

Design ideas for a large classic conservatory in Other with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and brown floors.
Lovely idea for an extension - mrsspb

This is an example of a large eclectic conservatory in Hampshire with beige floors, no fireplace and a glass ceiling.
Eclectic Conservatory

This is an example of a large eclectic conservatory in Hampshire with beige floors, no fireplace and a glass ceiling.
Plants, orangery feel, wallpaper - webuser_729898978

This is an example of a shabby-chic style conservatory in Cornwall with painted wood flooring, a skylight and white floors.
The Fable
By Unique Homestays

This is an example of a shabby-chic style conservatory in Cornwall with painted wood flooring, a skylight and white floors.

This is an example of a contemporary conservatory in Other with a standard ceiling and grey floors.
Richmond Green, Refurb, Restoration, Extension
By Michael Jones Architects

This is an example of a contemporary conservatory in Other with a standard ceiling and grey floors.
Orange and turquoise cushions - robert_cheetham58

This is an example of a medium sized traditional conservatory in London with marble flooring, beige floors and a glass ceiling.
Edwardian Family Home Orangery
By Westbury Garden Rooms

This is an example of a medium sized traditional conservatory in London with marble flooring, beige floors and a glass ceiling.
https://www.houzz.co.uk/magazine/your-essential-guide-to-planning-a-glass-extension-stsetivw-vs~119565295?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u10973&utm_medium=email&utm_content=gallery2_3&newsletterId=10973 - lisagrantham

Design ideas for a medium sized farmhouse conservatory in Other with a glass ceiling and grey floors.
Willoughby Waterleys Character Property
By Lemon and Lime Interiors

Jon Holmes
Design ideas for a medium sized farmhouse conservatory in Other with a glass ceiling and grey floors.
Glass thermal? With heater cooler system - webuser_876169434

Photo of a traditional conservatory in London with light hardwood flooring, a glass ceiling and beige floors.
House in Hampton for Kia Designs
By Anna Stathaki | Photography

©AnnaStathaki
Photo of a traditional conservatory in London with light hardwood flooring, a glass ceiling and beige floors.
The shape of the conservatory - gives you a full view. The desk looking out and the comfy/homely rug - christina_heggie

Inspiration for a traditional conservatory in London with a glass ceiling and beige floors.
A family home in Dulwich Village
By Tailored Living

Inspiration for a traditional conservatory in London with a glass ceiling and beige floors.
Conservatory replacement - ledgebaby

Conservatory in Other.
Georgian country house extended with a beautiful orangery that blends harmonious
By Vale Garden Houses

Bespoke orangery internal view with open views to the garden
Conservatory in Other.

Photo of a large farmhouse conservatory in Buckinghamshire with a skylight.
Conservatory
By Jo Shore Ltd

Stuart Cox http://stuartcoxphoto.com
good coffee table works with wall and pots - yummyxyz

A conservatory, garden room or orangery is a decidedly British and Irish home extension: a room that allows us to enjoy our outdoor space without having to brave the unpredictable weather. Originally a type of glass house or greenhouse where plants could be grown in sheltered conditions, the modern conservatory now offers flexible entertainment space. Your conservatory can serve as an additional living area, a garden room, a spacious dining room or an open-plan kitchen; all flooded with the extra light that a glass extension will give you.

What conservatory style should I choose?


A lean to conservatory is the most straight-forward garden room structure with a slanted roof that appears to lean on the original house wall. If you’re looking for a small conservatory then the simple rectangular design of lean to conservatories makes them ideal for bungalows and properties with small gardens.

The Victorian conservatory is the most common style, with an elegant shape which features a rounded end wall. An Edwardian conservatory is built similarly, but with a rectangular shape that is perhaps more space-efficient. L or P-shaped conservatories combine the styles of both Victorian and Edwardian garden rooms, and offer a versatile space that can be split into separate areas.

Contemporary garden rooms with large glass walls are fantastic additions to modern homes or extensions and can create stunning exteriors. However, designs like these do use a lot of space and could require special planning permission. If you don’t have space for a large, contemporary garden room and you aren’t a fan of the uPVC conservatory, orangeries or sunrooms may appeal more; the structure is sympathetically designed to appear consistent with the style of the house.

What is an orangery?


They are both glass-walled and -roofed structures, but what is the difference between a conservatory and an orangery? The traditional orangery has a longer history ‐ it became popular in the 17th Century when homeowners wanted a place to grow citrus plants (e.g. orange trees, hence ‘orangery’) and so built structures, either stand alone or incorporated into their homes, with glass walls and roofs, similar to greenhouses.

The conservatory is actually believed to have developed from the orangery after the fashion for growing citrus plants died down. However, homeowners still wanted a place to grow other tropical, herb or shrub plants that would allow sun and warmth into the house in summer and allow the plants to survive in winter.

Today, the real difference is in the construction. Orangeries are considered traditional extensions with masonry walls and more standard Victorian structures, whereas modern conservatories can be more varied and made of a range of materials, including timber, uPVC or aluminium.

What type of conservatory furniture do I need?


Chances are your conservatory furniture will see a high amount of direct sunlight. Keep this in mind when choosing pieces, since some fabrics and materials can quickly fade or become uncomfortably hot. Outdoor furniture will generally stand up well to the heat and light exposure of sunrooms and orangeries, but don’t be afraid to mix and match with indoor pieces as well. Wicker, seagrass and rattan furniture items are good options, while you might want to steer away from metal and leather pieces which will get hot in the sunlight. Installing conservatory blinds or shades that can be drawn when the room isn't in use is a smart way to prolong the life of your sunroom furniture when the space is not in use.

Whether you want inspiration for planning a conservatory renovation or are building a designer conservatory from scratch, Houzz has 55,421 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Lemon and Lime Interiors and Forbes Rix Design. Look through conservatory photos in different colours and styles and when you find a conservatory design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful conservatory ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.
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