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PROJET CLAVEL
PROJET CLAVEL
Transition Interior DesignTransition Interior Design
Design ideas for a scandi conservatory in Paris.
Adler Court Residence
Adler Court Residence
DreamHome Staging & ReDesignDreamHome Staging & ReDesign
Inspiration for a small contemporary conservatory in Other with ceramic flooring, a glass ceiling and grey floors.
Full Service Staging and Restyle in Minnetonka
Full Service Staging and Restyle in Minnetonka
Showhomes MinneapolisShowhomes Minneapolis
Medium sized contemporary conservatory in Minneapolis with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a standard ceiling.
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Horace Sport Court Addition
Horace Sport Court Addition
Mevold StudioMevold Studio
Design ideas for a modern conservatory in Other.
Sunrooms
Sunrooms
Montell ConstructionMontell Construction
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Inspiration for a small traditional conservatory in Grand Rapids with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and a standard ceiling.
Sunspace Sunrooms
Sunspace Sunrooms
Blue Ridge Distributors, LLCBlue Ridge Distributors, LLC
This is an example of a medium sized traditional conservatory in Other with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a skylight and brown floors.
Modern Oasis
Modern Oasis
Stofft Cooney ArchitectsStofft Cooney Architects
Design ideas for a contemporary conservatory in Miami.
Makaronigränd
Makaronigränd
Diplomat FastighetsmäkleriDiplomat Fastighetsmäkleri
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary conservatory in Stockholm.
Colorful Lanai Planting
Colorful Lanai Planting
UserUser
Robb Thiel
Inspiration for a small world-inspired conservatory in Miami with porcelain flooring, no fireplace and a standard ceiling.
Our Softubs
Our Softubs
Softub ExpressSoftub Express
Photo of a contemporary conservatory in Miami.
Ready Residence
Ready Residence
Matt Rellihan ConstructionMatt Rellihan Construction
Design ideas for a traditional conservatory in Cedar Rapids.
House of Many Visions
House of Many Visions
Rizon Design & Build IncRizon Design & Build Inc
Medium sized contemporary conservatory in Boston with porcelain flooring, no fireplace, a skylight and grey floors.
Sun Rooms
Sun Rooms
Archadeck - Chester County BuildersArchadeck - Chester County Builders
Photo of a traditional conservatory in Philadelphia.
Horse Ranch Home
Horse Ranch Home
Element StudioElement Studio
Paul Heller
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional conservatory in Denver with ceramic flooring, no fireplace and a standard ceiling.
Home Remodel (Naperville, IL)
Home Remodel (Naperville, IL)
Interior Planning & DesignInterior Planning & Design
The Sunroom was an addition to the rear of the home, suggested by the designer. The room is surrounded by glass on three sides with sliding doors and skylights for maximum sun exposure. The space has a radiant heat floor and connects to the kitchen (separated only by a peninsula bar).
Rountree House Transitional Remodel
Rountree House Transitional Remodel
Nathan Taylor for Obelisk HomeNathan Taylor for Obelisk Home
Photos by Randy Colwell
This is an example of a small classic conservatory in Other with brick flooring and no fireplace.
Outdoor Space
Outdoor Space
Hillcrest Homes of Keowee Inc.Hillcrest Homes of Keowee Inc.
Rustic conservatory in Other.
Lake Michigan Residence
Lake Michigan Residence
Elizabeth Drake of Drake Interiors LimitedElizabeth Drake of Drake Interiors Limited
Photo: Petra Ford
World-inspired conservatory in Chicago with terracotta flooring, a standard ceiling and orange floors.
Pinnacle Canyon Residence
Pinnacle Canyon Residence
AB Design Elements, LLCAB Design Elements, LLC
Inspiration for a contemporary conservatory in Phoenix.

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.
Adams Street Remodel
Adams Street Remodel
TruBuilt Builders LLCTruBuilt Builders LLC
Design ideas for a conservatory in Grand Rapids.
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