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Traditional Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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Poist Studio, Hanover PA
Large classic conservatory in Philadelphia with a glass ceiling and slate flooring.
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.
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Kath Home
Kath Home
Jkath Design Build + ReinventJkath Design Build + Reinvent
Classic conservatory in Minneapolis.
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.
Hyde Park Renovation
Hyde Park Renovation
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Photography by: Jamie Padgett
Inspiration for a classic conservatory in Chicago with dark hardwood flooring and a standard ceiling.
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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.
Okemos Home
Okemos Home
CA Concepts Inc.CA Concepts Inc.
Medium sized traditional conservatory in Other with ceramic flooring and beige floors.
Lately Updates
Lately Updates
HouseMill DesignHouseMill Design
Traditional conservatory in Austin.
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Freeport Custom Home
Freeport Custom Home
Steve's Custom Homes, Inc. aka Net-Zero BuildersSteve's Custom Homes, Inc. aka Net-Zero Builders
Inspiration for a classic conservatory in Portland Maine with feature lighting.
Hunt Valley
Hunt Valley
JPStylesJPStyles
Inspiration for a traditional conservatory in Baltimore.
Norwood Cottage Design
Norwood Cottage Design
Edgewater Design GroupEdgewater Design Group
Our clients were relocating from the upper peninsula to the lower peninsula and wanted to design a retirement home on their Lake Michigan property. The topography of their lot allowed for a walk out basement which is practically unheard of with how close they are to the water. Their view is fantastic, and the goal was of course to take advantage of the view from all three levels. The positioning of the windows on the main and upper levels is such that you feel as if you are on a boat, water as far as the eye can see. They were striving for a Hamptons / Coastal, casual, architectural style. The finished product is just over 6,200 square feet and includes 2 master suites, 2 guest bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, sunroom, home bar, home gym, dedicated seasonal gear / equipment storage, table tennis game room, sauna, and bonus room above the attached garage. All the exterior finishes are low maintenance, vinyl, and composite materials to withstand the blowing sands from the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Chinquapin 3 - Designer: Kathleen Abrams
Chinquapin 3 - Designer: Kathleen Abrams
Mckenzie Baker Interiors Inc.Mckenzie Baker Interiors Inc.
Design ideas for a traditional conservatory in Other.

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.
Traditional French Country - Glenview
Traditional French Country - Glenview
Scott Simpson Design + BuildScott Simpson Design + Build
an 18-foot wood beam cathedral ceiling frames a relaxing space with a focal-point masonry warming fireplace and heated stone flooring
This is an example of a classic conservatory in Chicago with a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Orono Deer Hill Preserve
Orono Deer Hill Preserve
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
Traditional conservatory in Minneapolis with medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a standard ceiling, brown floors and a chimney breast.
Elliott Street Project
Elliott Street Project
Mandeville Canyon DesignsMandeville Canyon Designs
This sunroom is one of my favorite spots in this home! This charming mirror gives a little nod to the seacoast, without feeling too beachy. It's perfectly paired with one of my favorite wallpapers from Thibaut!
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