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The All Season Room
The All Season Room
G.B. Construction and Development, Inc.G.B. Construction and Development, Inc.
The original room was just a screen room with a low flat ceiling constructed over decking. There was a door off to the side with a cumbersome staircase, another door leading to the rear yard and a slider leading into the house. Since the room was all screens it could not really be utilized all four seasons. Another issue, bugs would come in through the decking, the screens and the space under the two screen doors. To create a space that can be utilized all year round we rebuilt the walls, raised the ceiling, added insulation, installed a combination of picture and casement windows and a 12' slider along the deck wall. For the underneath we installed insulation and a new wood look vinyl floor. The space can now be comfortably utilized most of the year.
Treeview ADU
Treeview ADU
SoCal Canyon BuildersSoCal Canyon Builders
Welcome to a harmonious blend of form and function, where the timeless elegance of mid-century modern design meets the visionary touches of Rudolph Schindler. This ADU, meticulously crafted by Natasha Jansz Design in collaboration with architect Mark Nichols of MNichols Design, redefines compact living with style and sophistication. Key Features: Iconic Aesthetics: Embrace clean lines, natural materials, and an open, airy layout inspired by the mid-century modern ethos. Schindler's Influence: Experience innovative space utilization and indoor-outdoor fluidity, hallmarks of Rudolph Schindler’s architectural genius. Thoughtful Design: Every detail, from the bespoke cabinetry to the curated color palette, reflects Natasha Jansz’s dedication to creating beautiful, functional spaces. Architectural Expertise: Benefit from the architectural brilliance of Mark Nichols, whose expertise ensures a seamless integration of form and function. Step inside and find yourself transported to a space where past and present seamlessly converge, offering a serene retreat that celebrates both style and substance. *Photography by Amy Bartlem
Screened Porch Delight
Screened Porch Delight
Melichar ArchitectsMelichar Architects
This open-air front porch was infilled with arched windows to create a charming enclosed front porch. As an extension of living space, it provides an immediate connection to the outdoors. It is an oasis away, a place to relax and take in the warm sunshine and views to the garden.
Chelsea Cottage
Chelsea Cottage
Joy Flanagan DesignJoy Flanagan Design
Mark Williams Photographer
Inspiration for a small bohemian conservatory in London with a glass ceiling and light hardwood flooring.
Cedar West
Cedar West
Tim Schollaart Builder LLCTim Schollaart Builder LLC
This is an example of a small traditional conservatory in Grand Rapids with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and brown floors.
Cosy Modern Sunroom
Cosy Modern Sunroom
S.Flynn Design + BuildS.Flynn Design + Build
12Stones Photography
Inspiration for a small nautical conservatory in Cleveland with laminate 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.
Outdoor Deck and Converted Sunroom
Outdoor Deck and Converted Sunroom
Axtell ConstructionAxtell Construction
Small traditional conservatory in Other with carpet, no fireplace and a standard ceiling.
Бальтийский квартет
Бальтийский квартет
Ателье Классического ИнтерьераАтелье Классического Интерьера
Довгань Алексей
This is an example of a small contemporary conservatory in Moscow.
Main Street
Main Street
RAMSAY GOURD ARCHITECTSRAMSAY GOURD ARCHITECTS
This historic restoration and renovation was the cover story for the September / October 2015 issue of Design New England. Working with skilled craftsmen, we salvaged a derelict house and brought it into the 21st century. We were fortunate to design all aspects of the home, from architecture to interiors to the landscape plan!
Inviting Family Home
Inviting Family Home
Michael Friedes Design AssociatesMichael Friedes Design Associates
Comfortable and inviting wicker furniture provides a comfy sitting area and warm welcome in an enclosed sunroom at the home's entrance.
Inspiration for a small traditional conservatory in San Francisco with a standard ceiling.
Fairfax cottage
Fairfax cottage
meisdesignmeisdesign
refinished original Fir Floors original windows
Design ideas for a small coastal conservatory in San Francisco.
Sandy House- Sunroom
Sandy House- Sunroom
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: 41 Degrees North Construction, Inc. Landscape Architect: Wild Violets (Landscape and Garden Design on Martha's Vineyard) Photographer: Sean Litchfield Photography
The Barefoot Bay Cottage
The Barefoot Bay Cottage
The DesignoryThe Designory
The Barefoot Bay Cottage is the first holiday house to be designed and built for boutique accommodation business, Barefoot Escapes. Working with many of The Designory’s favourite brands, it has been designed with an overriding luxe Australian coastal style synonymous with Sydney based team. The newly renovated three bedroom cottage is a north facing home which has been designed to capture the sun and the cooling summer breeze. Inside, the home is light-filled, open plan and imbues instant calm with a luxe palette of coastal and hinterland tones. The contemporary styling includes layering of earthy, tribal and natural textures throughout providing a sense of cohesiveness and instant tranquillity allowing guests to prioritise rest and rejuvenation. Images captured by Property Shot
Bethesda Family Home
Bethesda Family Home
Breeze Giannasio InteriorsBreeze Giannasio Interiors
Stacey Zarin Goldberg
Design ideas for a small traditional conservatory in DC Metro.
Blackstone Edge Studios - Philip Clayton-Thompson
Blackstone Edge Studios - Philip Clayton-Thompson
Philip Clayton-ThompsonPhilip Clayton-Thompson
Small traditional conservatory in Portland with a standard ceiling.
Vestavia Sunroom Addition
Vestavia Sunroom Addition
Oak Alley, Inc.Oak Alley, Inc.
Home Remodeling Birmingham Alabama Oak Alley Design Build Vestavia Entryway/Sunroom Griswold Photography Sunroom Addition
Inspiration for a small traditional conservatory in Birmingham with laminate floors, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and brown floors.
New Residence in Lakeview
New Residence in Lakeview
Brian Gille Architects, Ltd.Brian Gille Architects, Ltd.
Inspiration for a small traditional conservatory in New Orleans with dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and brown floors.
Interior Project
Interior Project
GQ Painting, LLCGQ Painting, LLC
Corner of the Sunroom on this Interior Project
Design ideas for a small conservatory in New York with medium hardwood flooring, a standard ceiling and brown floors.
Connecticut Kitchen Renovation + Sun Room Addition
Connecticut Kitchen Renovation + Sun Room Addition
Baker Batchelder ArchitectsBaker Batchelder Architects
One small skylight brightens the sun room on the grayest of days. The radiator is covered with custom wooden grills.
Small traditional conservatory in San Diego with medium hardwood flooring and a standard ceiling.

Small 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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