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An oak frame garden room extends Cheshire farmhouse
An oak frame garden room extends Cheshire farmhouse
OakwrightsOakwrights
Design ideas for a country conservatory in Cheshire with feature lighting.
Verte
Verte
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Inspiration for an expansive rustic conservatory in Devon with medium hardwood flooring, a hanging fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floors.
Country House
Country House
Oliver Steer Interior DesignOliver Steer Interior Design
Traditional conservatory in Other with feature lighting.
Wilmette All American
Wilmette All American
Third Coast InteriorsThird Coast Interiors
This is an example of a traditional conservatory in Chicago with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a standard ceiling and a chimney breast.
Dynamic Master Suite, Sunroom and Garage in Marietta
Dynamic Master Suite, Sunroom and Garage in Marietta
Atlanta Design & BuildAtlanta Design & Build
After discussing in depth our clients’ needs and desires for their screened porch area, the decision was made to build a full sunroom. This splendid room far exceeds the initial intent for the space, and they are thrilled.
100-year-old Colonial Revival … Revived!
100-year-old Colonial Revival … Revived!
Nicole Forina HomeNicole Forina Home
This is an example of a traditional conservatory in New York with feature lighting.
4 season porch
4 season porch
Buccellato Design LLCBuccellato Design LLC
Inspiration for a farmhouse conservatory in Chicago with a standard ceiling.
My Houzz: Easygoing Elegance for a Massachusetts Saltbox
My Houzz: Easygoing Elegance for a Massachusetts Saltbox
Mary Prince PhotographyMary Prince Photography
Photo: Mary Prince © 2013 Houzz
Inspiration for a traditional conservatory in Boston with a standard ceiling.
A Wurster Revival
A Wurster Revival
Butler Armsden ArchitectsButler Armsden Architects
This is an example of a contemporary conservatory in San Francisco with concrete flooring and grey floors.
Sagee Manor Estate
Sagee Manor Estate
Kerry Crauser InteriorsKerry Crauser Interiors
Design ideas for a traditional conservatory in Atlanta.
Modern Sunroom Addition in Washington, DC
Modern Sunroom Addition in Washington, DC
Hammer Design Build RemodelHammer Design Build Remodel
Photo of a medium sized classic conservatory in DC Metro with feature lighting.
DELIWALA BUNGALOW
DELIWALA BUNGALOW
Usine StudioUsine Studio
Cozily designed covered gazebo sets an exceptional outdoor yet indoor zone
Design ideas for a contemporary conservatory in Ahmedabad with a feature wall.
Coventry
Coventry
Christine McGovern DesignChristine McGovern Design
Photo of a country conservatory in New York with a chimney breast.
Indianapolis Showhouse 2020
Indianapolis Showhouse 2020
Shine DesignShine Design
Design ideas for a traditional conservatory in Indianapolis.
Wintergärten
Wintergärten
Max Renaltner GmbHMax Renaltner GmbH
Inspiration for a large contemporary conservatory in Other with terracotta flooring, a glass ceiling and orange floors.
Houston Residence
Houston Residence
Traci Marlow DesignsTraci Marlow Designs
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean conservatory in Houston with no fireplace, a standard ceiling and white floors.
Southern Living Idea House - Crane Island
Southern Living Idea House - Crane Island
Riverside Homes CustomRiverside Homes Custom
Photo credit: Laurey W. Glenn/Southern Living
Photo of a nautical conservatory in Jacksonville with a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a standard ceiling and a chimney breast.
Rustic Modern Pod Home
Rustic Modern Pod Home
Cannarsa Structure and DesignCannarsa Structure and Design
Inspiration for a rustic conservatory in Grand Rapids with medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, a standard ceiling, a standard fireplace and a metal fireplace surround.
Dobbs Ferry Classical Conservatory
Dobbs Ferry Classical Conservatory
Michael Lewis Architects PCMichael Lewis Architects PC
This is an example of a large classic conservatory in New York with light hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling, brown floors and feature lighting.
Craftsman Delight
Craftsman Delight
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
The Sunroom is open to the Living / Family room, and has windows looking to both the Breakfast nook / Kitchen as well as to the yard on 2 sides. There is also access to the back deck through this room. The large windows, ceiling fan and tile floor makes you feel like you're outside while still able to enjoy the comforts of indoor spaces. The built-in banquette provides not only additional storage, but ample seating in the room without the clutter of chairs. The mutli-purpose room is currently used for the homeowner's many stained glass projects.

Brown 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.
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