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Affordable Contemporary Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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Уютная студия 30м2 ЖК Мейн Хаус для студентки
Уютная студия 30м2 ЖК Мейн Хаус для студентки
AGinterior.ruAGinterior.ru
Дополнительное спальное место на балконе. Полки, H&M Home. Кресло, BoBox.
Яркая квартира с желтым диваном и голубой стеной в спальне
Яркая квартира с желтым диваном и голубой стеной в спальне
Maxim MaximovMaxim Maximov
Лоджия с зоной хранения и плиткой с геометрическим рисунком на полу.
Verrière d'entrée projet "ROCKABILLY" Agence NOESIS Annecy
Verrière d'entrée projet "ROCKABILLY" Agence NOESIS Annecy
Robi Design Métallique sur-mesure AnnnecyRobi Design Métallique sur-mesure Annnecy
https://thibault-copleux.fr
Westchester Sunroom
Westchester Sunroom
Mass Architect, LLCMass Architect, LLC
Sunroom addition with covered patio below
Savvy Sells: Cotswold
Savvy Sells: Cotswold
Savvy + Co. Real EstateSavvy + Co. Real Estate
Dustin Shores Photography
Luxurious Neutrals
Luxurious Neutrals
Cynthia Brown Interior Design LLCCynthia Brown Interior Design LLC
3 Season room with triangle glass windows and composite deck
3 Season room with triangle glass windows and composite deck
JWS Custom Decks LLCJWS Custom Decks LLC
This Merrimack, NH addition boasts 7 windows, 2 triangle windows and a full glass door. This room is dripping with light! The composite wrap around deck with landing makes a graceful descent to the yard.
Sunroom Benches with drawers
Sunroom Benches with drawers
Pi Cabinets and More LLCPi Cabinets and More LLC
Custom-made lacquer painted benches - soft-close drawers - stain-resistant cushion -
Oceanside in Cape Elizabeth
Oceanside in Cape Elizabeth
M.R. BREWER INC.M.R. BREWER INC.
Cathedral Roof - Mt. Airy
Cathedral Roof - Mt. Airy
Maryland SunroomsMaryland Sunrooms
Sunroom off kitchen
Sunroom off kitchen
David Tyson & Associates Inc.David Tyson & Associates Inc.
Dennis Nodine & David Tyson
Contemporary Dining
Contemporary Dining
Up For Grabs InteriorsUp For Grabs Interiors
Culinary Workshop
Culinary Workshop
Shelter | Architecture + DesignShelter | Architecture + Design
This 4 season porch on the back of the home extends the entertainment space and is an inviting addition to be enjoyed year-round.
Woodland Luxury - Glass Sunroom
Woodland Luxury - Glass Sunroom
LumonLumon
Bridal Bouquet
Bridal Bouquet
Willowgrove GalleryWillowgrove Gallery
Luxury Staging in Upper East Side Townhouse
Luxury Staging in Upper East Side Townhouse
Mina KimMina Kim
Collaborated with Waterfalll Gallery Mansion
Sunroom
Sunroom
Bigelow Design ConceptsBigelow Design Concepts
Photography by Michael J. Lee
Brighten up your day Sun Room
Brighten up your day Sun Room
House of LHouse of L
Brighten up your day Sun Room
Brighten up your day Sun Room
House of LHouse of L
Sunroom Addition
Sunroom Addition
PETKUS BROTHERSPETKUS BROTHERS
Straight Eave Patio Room addition in Sacramento Ca.

Affordable Contemporary 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 contemporary 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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