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Rustic 3-Season Room Under Deck
Rustic 3-Season Room Under Deck
Stebnitz Builders, Inc.Stebnitz Builders, Inc.
As you drive up the winding driveway to this house, tucked in the heart of the Kettle Moraine, it feels like you’re approaching a ranger station. The views are stunning and you’re completely surrounded by wilderness. The homeowners spend a lot of time outdoors enjoying their property and wanted to extend their living space outside. We constructed a new composite material deck across the front of the house and along the side, overlooking a deep valley. We used TimberTech products on the deck for its durability and low maintenance. The color choice was Antique Palm, which compliments the log siding on the house. WeatherMaster vinyl windows create a seamless transition between the indoor and outdoor living spaces. The windows effortlessly stack up, stack down or bunch in the middle to enjoy up to 75% ventilation. The materials used on this project embrace modern technologies while providing a gorgeous design and curb appeal.
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B1
Old World ContractingOld World Contracting
This is an example of a large rustic conservatory in Other with ceramic flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a standard ceiling and beige floors.
Kitchen Renovation and Addition
Kitchen Renovation and Addition
Kim MeyerKim Meyer
Kim Meyer
Photo of a small traditional conservatory in Boston with laminate floors, a wood burning stove, a wooden fireplace surround, a standard ceiling and grey floors.
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Kitchen, Pantry, Bathrooms & Garden Level Renovation
Kitchen, Pantry, Bathrooms & Garden Level Renovation
Studio Geiger ArchitectureStudio Geiger Architecture
Trevor Tondro
This is an example of a small traditional conservatory in Philadelphia with medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Mulberry Walk
Mulberry Walk
Maxwell & Company ArchitectsMaxwell & Company Architects
Design ideas for a conservatory in London.
Classic design. Timeless elegance.
Classic design. Timeless elegance.
UserUser
A sweet window nook with storage and seating. Jewett Farms + Co. built the panelling and this seating area was built by the clients contractor. Team work is key.
Dual Anthracite Grey uPVC orangery in Berkshire
Dual Anthracite Grey uPVC orangery in Berkshire
Anglian Home ImprovementsAnglian Home Improvements
Wrap-around ceiling lights keep this orangery nice and bright come nighttime, while the roof is a brilliant spot for star-gazing.
Design ideas for a contemporary conservatory in Berkshire.
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Honeycomb House
Honeycomb House
Reclaimed SpaceReclaimed Space
This is an example of a country conservatory in Austin with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and brown floors.
DIY Beautify Sunroom Makeover
DIY Beautify Sunroom Makeover
TimberchicTimberchic
DIY Beautify sunroom renovation with coastal white Timberchic!
Medium sized country conservatory in Other with carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a standard ceiling and beige floors.
Dream House on the Lake
Dream House on the Lake
YFI Custom HomesYFI Custom Homes
Rob Karosis
Inspiration for a traditional conservatory in Other with a standard ceiling and grey floors.
PURCELLVILLE BUNGALOW
PURCELLVILLE BUNGALOW
Clites Architects, PCClites Architects, PC
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional conservatory in DC Metro with medium hardwood flooring and a skylight.
Sunspace Sunrooms
Sunspace Sunrooms
Blue Ridge Distributors, LLCBlue Ridge Distributors, LLC
Medium sized classic conservatory in Other with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and brown floors.
Greenville, SC | Maxwell Farm Gallery IV
Greenville, SC | Maxwell Farm Gallery IV
Goodwin Foust Custom Homes, LLCGoodwin Foust Custom Homes, LLC
This is an example of a large classic conservatory in Other with slate flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a standard ceiling and multi-coloured floors.
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Muskoka Cottage
Muskoka Cottage
UserUser
Design ideas for a nautical conservatory in Toronto.
Fox Mill Four Seasons Addition
Fox Mill Four Seasons Addition
Matthew James Carpentry & Design Inc.Matthew James Carpentry & Design Inc.
Inspiration for a farmhouse conservatory in Chicago with slate flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a standard ceiling.
Traditional Ranch
Traditional Ranch
Patrick Widing Custom HomesPatrick Widing Custom Homes
Medium sized traditional conservatory in Detroit with porcelain flooring, a standard ceiling and beige floors.
Exposed Brick Sunroom
Exposed Brick Sunroom
Laura Lee HomeLaura Lee Home
Emily Minton Redfield
Photo of a small classic conservatory in St Louis with no fireplace and a standard ceiling.

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 Victorian
Modern Victorian
Tim Brown ArchitectureTim Brown Architecture
Casey Fry
Small farmhouse conservatory in Austin with concrete flooring.
Shaw Carpet
Shaw Carpet
The Floor TraderThe Floor Trader
This is an example of a medium sized rustic conservatory in Albuquerque with carpet, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.
Wood Interiors
Wood Interiors
Sunspace of Central Ohio, LLCSunspace of Central Ohio, LLC
Sunspace of Central Ohio, LLC
Inspiration for a rustic conservatory in Columbus.
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