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Lake House
Lake House
Hartzog Interiors, LLC/Studio KHartzog Interiors, LLC/Studio K
Photo of a contemporary conservatory in Other.
WV Farmhouse
WV Farmhouse
Stephen Shutts DesignStephen Shutts Design
This is an example of a country conservatory in Other.
Marvin Windows & Doors
Marvin Windows & Doors
Hayward LumberHayward Lumber
Design ideas for a traditional conservatory in Santa Barbara.
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Music Barn
Music Barn
Rill ArchitectsRill Architects
Design ideas for a rural conservatory in DC Metro.
Hedgefield
Hedgefield
Leandra Fremont-Smith InteriorsLeandra Fremont-Smith Interiors
Photo of a nautical conservatory in Portland Maine with no fireplace.
Camden
Camden
Navy Lane Design and ConsultingNavy Lane Design and Consulting
Inspiration for a conservatory in Grand Rapids.
Véranda alu & bois - Désirée
Véranda alu & bois - Désirée
Vie & VérandaVie & Véranda
Photo of a modern conservatory.
Western Branch - Sunroom Addition
Western Branch - Sunroom Addition
American Contracting Services, LLCAmerican Contracting Services, LLC
This is an example of a medium sized traditional conservatory in Other with dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and brown floors.
Outdoor Living at Its Finest
Outdoor Living at Its Finest
Urban Purpose DesignUrban Purpose Design
Modern conservatory in Atlanta.
Newton
Newton
Reid DesignReid Design
Classic conservatory in Boston with a standard ceiling.
KS Ave. NW
KS Ave. NW
Green DwellingsGreen Dwellings
This is an example of a medium sized traditional conservatory in DC Metro with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and brown floors.
Eastern Shore Traditional Made Modern
Eastern Shore Traditional Made Modern
Jamie Merida InteriorsJamie Merida Interiors
This is an example of a coastal conservatory in DC Metro.
Kansas City Artisan Home Tour with Don Julian Builders
Kansas City Artisan Home Tour with Don Julian Builders
Wilson LightingWilson Lighting
Inspiration for a large traditional conservatory in Kansas City with ceramic flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, a standard ceiling and white floors.
Traverse City, Sunroom Serenity
Traverse City, Sunroom Serenity
Colleen Gahry-Robb for Ethan Allen Auburn Hills,MIColleen Gahry-Robb for Ethan Allen Auburn Hills,MI
Colleen Gahry-Robb, Interior Designer / Ethan Allen, Auburn Hills, MI
Photo of a small coastal conservatory in Detroit with a standard ceiling, grey floors, slate flooring and no fireplace.
New zealand
New zealand
Michael freeman karl Professional InteriorsMichael freeman karl Professional Interiors
World-inspired conservatory in Minneapolis with no fireplace, a glass ceiling and grey floors.
Edge of Woods
Edge of Woods
Core Outdoors, Inc.Core Outdoors, Inc.
Large traditional conservatory in Jacksonville with ceramic flooring, no fireplace, a glass ceiling and beige floors.
Farias Residence
Farias Residence
PG Studio IncPG Studio Inc
This is an example of a modern conservatory in Miami with marble flooring and beige floors.
Custom Build - Naperville IL
Custom Build - Naperville IL
Picture Perfect HousePicture Perfect House
This is an example of a farmhouse conservatory in Chicago with slate flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a standard ceiling and grey floors.
SHOREFRONT CAMP
SHOREFRONT CAMP
MarvinMarvin
The complete renovation and addition to an original 1962 Maine modern shorefront camp paid special attention to the authenticity of the home blending seamlessly with the vision of original architect. The family has deep sentimental ties to the home. Therefore, every inch of the house was reconditioned, and Marvin® direct glaze, casement, and awning windows were used as a perfect match to the original field built glazing, maintaining the character and extending the use of the camp for four season use. William Hanley and Heli Mesiniemi, of WMH Architects, were recognized as the winners of “Best in Show” Marvin Architects Challenge 2017 for their skillful execution of design. They created a form that was open, airy and inviting with a tour de force of glazing.

Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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.
Modern Rustic Enchantress Cottage
Modern Rustic Enchantress Cottage
Christian Builders Margate LtdChristian Builders Margate Ltd
Bespoke timber bi-folding corner doors. Pewter door furniture. Painted in Little Greene's French Grey Mid.
Design ideas for an expansive rural conservatory in Kent with limestone flooring and a glass ceiling.
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