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Luxury Grey Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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Living Spaces
MBW DesignsMBW Designs
Inspiration for a large classic conservatory in DC Metro with porcelain flooring, no fireplace and beige floors.
2016 Parade of Homes
2016 Parade of Homes
Jennifer Darnell for Ethan Allen Maple Grove, MNJennifer Darnell for Ethan Allen Maple Grove, MN
Cottage inspired fabric in this bright sunroom.
This is an example of a coastal conservatory in Minneapolis.
Carlisle, MA Orangery
Carlisle, MA Orangery
Sunspace Design, Inc.Sunspace Design, Inc.
As New England's premier custom glass design firm, we were proud to bring this stunning orangery addition to life for a Carlisle, Massachusetts family we’ve worked with on two other occasions. Orangeries, historically designed for cultivating citrus trees, have evolved into luxurious glass-enclosed spaces offering year-round natural light and connection to the outdoors. This custom orangery demonstrates Sunspace Design's mastery of blending the classic style with modern amenities. Over two years of meticulous planning culminated in the results you see here. Drawn to our local reputation and in-house design and fabrication capabilities, the clients collaborated closely with us to realize their vision. Spanning an impressive 14' x 22'6", the orangery brings an air of grandeur to the rear of the colonial-style home while complementing the existing architecture. The centerpiece is the custom hip-style glass roof, outfitted with insulated safety glass, framed in rich sapele mahogany, and adorned with copper glazing, flashing, and capping. Blue reflective glass set in the roof creates a captivating interplay of light throughout the day and contributes to the space’s lasting elegance. The roof line is set in from the walls to create a perimeter soffit on the interior, typical of orangeries. Custom wet bar cabinetry, crown moldings, and tilework complete the orangery, reflecting the family's discerning taste and creating an excellent spot for entertaining. Our role as general contractor, our design expertise, and our fabrication abilities ensured this project's seamless execution. From engineered CAD drawings to the intricate roof assembly, the Sunspace commitment to quality is evident in the finished result. This space is much more than an addition; it's become the heart of the family’s home, where joyous holiday gatherings are hosted, and a touch of luxury is brought to everyday living.
Detail of Craftsmanship
Detail of Craftsmanship
Building IntegrityBuilding Integrity
Detail - Craftsmanship: Stone Column/ Wood Frame/Aluminum Door Frame Building Integrity
Large classic conservatory in Detroit.
Novara Haus L
Novara Haus L
UserUser
Design ideas for a large contemporary conservatory in Other with medium hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a plastered fireplace surround, a skylight and brown floors.
Room Additions
Room Additions
WestPoint DesignsWestPoint Designs
Photo of a medium sized contemporary conservatory in Raleigh with laminate floors and a standard ceiling.
Seymour
Seymour
DSdezines InteriorsDSdezines Interiors
This is an example of a large contemporary conservatory in Melbourne with concrete flooring, no fireplace, a skylight and grey floors.
Sunroom Project
Sunroom Project
Blackstone Construction and DesignBlackstone Construction and Design
Beautiful 225 square foot sunroom addition overlooking mature rear yard garden.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary conservatory in Ottawa with a standard ceiling, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
158TP
158TP
King's Court Builders, Inc.King's Court Builders, Inc.
Inspiration for an expansive conservatory in Chicago with dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Retractable Pergola at 16th St
Retractable Pergola at 16th St
Brooklyn Deck and PatioBrooklyn Deck and Patio
Industrial conservatory in New York with brown floors.
Palais de Violette
Palais de Violette
Weare anWeare an
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired conservatory in Barcelona.
Church Hill Historic Reno
Church Hill Historic Reno
RIC design buildRIC design build
This historic home in Richmond's Church Hill neighborhood was in need of a floor to ceiling refresh. It's beauty was still evident, but it had endured years of disrepair. We worked hard to restore as much original carpentry as possible including woods, railings, flooring, fireplaces and even several windows. The kitchen and bathrooms were completely renovated with a new full bath added on upstairs. The final result was a gracious, stunning and historically preserved house that fits a modern family.
Scott Sunroom
Scott Sunroom
Before and After Builders, Inc.Before and After Builders, Inc.
Converted this back porch to a sunroom! Added a fireplace built with Arkansas stack stone, gas logs, and cedar mantle with corbels! To the left of the fireplace is a mini-split HVAC system trimmed out with cedar! Casement windows by Windsor, trimmed with cedar board and baton!
Sunroom
Sunroom
Larisa McShane & AssociatesLarisa McShane & Associates
An Italian sofa and chairs with inviting plush gray velvet upholstery offer the clean lines the homeowner prefers.
Photo of an expansive modern conservatory in Philadelphia.
Braemar Place Luxury Single Family Home in Leesburg, VA
Braemar Place Luxury Single Family Home in Leesburg, VA
Leigh Newport Staged by Design®Leigh Newport Staged by Design®
This space is even larger than it appears, but by dividing it up into separate dining and sitting areas, it comes down in size dramatically.
Expansive classic conservatory in DC Metro with marble flooring and white floors.
Pippi Långstrump i Nacka
Pippi Långstrump i Nacka
Jan Hejra FotografiJan Hejra Fotografi
Photo of a medium sized classic conservatory in Stockholm.
3D View - Rear
3D View - Rear
JPF ArchitectsJPF Architects
3D View showing the rec room addition in the foreground.
Photo of a large classic conservatory in Philadelphia with no fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a skylight.
The Magnolia
The Magnolia
Halen Homes, LLCHalen Homes, LLC
Design ideas for a conservatory in Milwaukee.
444 Ashton Drive
444 Ashton Drive
CreateReCreateRe
Design ideas for a small contemporary conservatory in Los Angeles with light hardwood flooring.
Novara Haus BA
Novara Haus BA
UserUser
Photo of a large contemporary conservatory in Other with a glass ceiling.

Luxury Grey 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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