skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
  1. Living
  2. Conservatory
  3. Traditional

Traditional Conservatory Ideas and Designs

All Filters (1)
Refine by:
101 - 120 of 23,720 photos
Item 1 of 3
Sunrooms
Sunrooms
Archadeck of Nova ScotiaArchadeck of Nova Scotia
This is an example of a medium sized classic conservatory in Other with medium hardwood flooring, a standard ceiling, brown floors and no fireplace.
Bridgewood
Bridgewood
Frankel Design BuildFrankel Design Build
Connie Anderson Photography
Photo of a large traditional conservatory in Houston with limestone flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and beige floors.
Hampton's in the Country
Hampton's in the Country
Peter Eskuche, AIAPeter Eskuche, AIA
Landmark Photography
Traditional conservatory in Minneapolis with dark hardwood flooring and a standard ceiling.
Find the right local pro for your project
Find top design and renovation professionals on Houzz
Home in St. Louis
Home in St. Louis
JML Interior DesignJML Interior Design
The sunroom was one long room, and very difficult to have conversations in. We divided the room into two zones, one for converstaion and one for privacy, reading and just enjoying the atmosphere. We also added two tub chairs that swivel so to allow the family to engage in a conversation in either zone.
Gaithersburg Maryland
Gaithersburg Maryland
Design Builders, Inc.Design Builders, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic conservatory in DC Metro.
Banbury
Banbury
Vincent Greene ArchitectsVincent Greene Architects
Photography: Erik Kvalsvik Interiors: Johnson-Berman Interior Design
Inspiration for a classic conservatory in Baltimore with a standard ceiling and grey floors.
Sun Room
Sun Room
Emerick ArchitectsEmerick Architects
The bi-fold doors to the back and the French doors to the side give this newly added sun room the feeling of being an outdoor space. The wrap around porch makes this a perfect area for entertaining.
Sazama Design Build Remodel LLC
Sazama Design Build Remodel LLC
Sazama Design Build RemodelSazama Design Build Remodel
Milwaukee, WI Observatory / Breakfast Room / Solarium Sazama Design Build Remodel LLC
Inspiration for a classic conservatory in Milwaukee.
Sunroom with Speakers and Automatic Shades
Sunroom with Speakers and Automatic Shades
Mills TechnologiesMills Technologies
The front Sunroom is a great location for reading and listening to music. In addition to the speakers, electric shades automatically raise and lower based on the daily sunrise and sunset, balancing natural lighting and homeowner privacy. Technology Integration by Mills Custom. Architecture by Cohen and Hacker Architects. Interior Design by Tom Stringer Design Partners. General Contracting by Michael Mariottini.
Vermont Cottage
Vermont Cottage
Ally Whalen DesignAlly Whalen Design
Design ideas for a traditional conservatory in Charlotte with medium hardwood flooring, a standard ceiling and orange floors.
White Oaks Renovation Pt. 2
White Oaks Renovation Pt. 2
Murphy & Co. DesignMurphy & Co. Design
Sunroom after renovation including new vaulted ceiling & limestone fireplace flanked by leaded glass windows Photos by Landmark Photography
This is an example of a traditional conservatory in Minneapolis with a standard ceiling and beige floors.
Traditional Sunroom
Traditional Sunroom
Design ideas for a medium sized classic conservatory in Minneapolis with dark hardwood flooring, a standard ceiling, no fireplace and black floors.
Classic Meets Eclectic
Classic Meets Eclectic
OLSON LEWIS + ArchitectsOLSON LEWIS + Architects
Photographer: James R. Salomon Contractor: Carl Anderson, Anderson Contracting Services
This is an example of a large traditional conservatory in Boston with lino flooring, no fireplace, a standard ceiling and multi-coloured floors.
Welcome Home, Easy Living Commerce, MI
Welcome Home, Easy Living Commerce, MI
Bailey & Shamoun InteriorsBailey & Shamoun Interiors
Inspiration for a classic conservatory in Other with no fireplace and a standard ceiling.
Wapakoneta Road | Bethesda, MD
Wapakoneta Road | Bethesda, MD
Rollingwood BuildersRollingwood Builders
This is an example of a small classic conservatory in Other with light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a standard ceiling and grey floors.
California Outdoor Living in Rancho Santa Margarita
California Outdoor Living in Rancho Santa Margarita
Sea Pointe Design & RemodelSea Pointe Design & Remodel
Including a hidden, remote operated, drop-down projector screen including a theater projector hiding in a little wooden box above the entryway
Inspiration for a classic conservatory in Orange County with concrete flooring, a corner fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a skylight and beige floors.
Transitional Modern Tudor Rambler
Transitional Modern Tudor Rambler
David Charlez DesignsDavid Charlez Designs
Photo of a traditional conservatory in Minneapolis.
Contemporary Sunroom Addition & Outdoor Living Space
Contemporary Sunroom Addition & Outdoor Living Space
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
Contemporary style four-season sunroom addition can be used year-round for hosting family gatherings, entertaining friends, or relaxing with a good book while enjoying the inviting views of the landscaped backyard and outdoor patio area. The gable roof sunroom addition features trapezoid windows, a white vaulted tongue and groove ceiling and a blue gray porcelain paver floor tile from Landmark’s Frontier20 collection. A luxurious ventless fireplace, finished in a white split limestone veneer surround with a brown stained custom cedar floating mantle, functions as the focal point and blends in beautifully with the neutral color palette of the custom-built sunroom and chic designer furnishings. All the windows are custom fit with remote controlled smart window shades for energy efficiency and functionality.
Flower Hill (Interior)
Flower Hill (Interior)
Sussan Lari Architect PCSussan Lari Architect PC
This is an example of a classic conservatory in New York.

Traditional 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 traditional 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.
Okemos Home
Okemos Home
CA Concepts Inc.CA Concepts Inc.
Medium sized traditional conservatory in Other with ceramic flooring and beige floors.
6
2345678910Next Page
United Kingdom
Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.