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Affordable Eclectic Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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Cozy Sunroom Retreat
Cozy Sunroom Retreat
WW Design StudioWW Design Studio
Cozy textures from faux fur to rattan creates a relaxing mood in this sun-filled space ... Photo: Caydence Photography
Cozy Sunroom Retreat
Cozy Sunroom Retreat
WW Design StudioWW Design Studio
Comfortable recliner chairs are upholstered in a linen-like fabric and treated for stain resistance. No matter what the season, this year round sunroom is heated for comfort with lots of natural sunlight, and provides a casual space for reading and relaxation. Photo: Caydence Photography
Eclectic Sunroom
Eclectic Sunroom
Sunroom Remodel
Sunroom Remodel
Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.
A ledger stone feature wall, douglas fir ceiling, Marvin Patio doors, french doors, millwork, and paint help this homeowner enjoy his new creative space. Dan Barker-Fly By Chicago Photography
Sunroom Remodel
Sunroom Remodel
Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.
A ledger stone feature wall, douglas fir ceiling, Marvin Patio doors, french doors, millwork, and paint help this homeowner enjoy his new creative space. Dan Barker-Fly By Chicago Photography
Kingswood Base | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TN
Kingswood Base | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TN
FlooretFlooret
Tones of golden oak and walnut, with sparse knots to balance the more traditional palette. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.
Casa de Chris
Casa de Chris
Crescent House Furniture & AccessoriesCrescent House Furniture & Accessories
Chris loves spending some time in this Bruno swivel chair (with ottoman) by Paul Robert. The deep reds of the pillows and upholstery glow in this sunny spot. With the floor lamp behind, this spot is also perfect for reading when the sun isn't out. Shea Conner
Kingswood Base | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TN
Kingswood Base | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TN
FlooretFlooret
Tones of golden oak and walnut, with sparse knots to balance the more traditional palette. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.
Somerville Aviary Home
Somerville Aviary Home
New England Design & ConstructionNew England Design & Construction
Somerville Aviary Home
Somerville Aviary Home
New England Design & ConstructionNew England Design & Construction
Somerville Aviary Home
Somerville Aviary Home
New England Design & ConstructionNew England Design & Construction
Atlanta
Atlanta
Renegade Design LabRenegade Design Lab
Au royaume des minets
Au royaume des minets
Fines cuisinesFines cuisines
Au royaume des minets
Au royaume des minets
Fines cuisinesFines cuisines
Cozy Sunroom Retreat
Cozy Sunroom Retreat
WW Design StudioWW Design Studio
A cozy eating nook for two in a sunlit corner. Photo: Caydence Photography
Cozy Sunroom Retreat
Cozy Sunroom Retreat
WW Design StudioWW Design Studio
A calming space for relaxation, reading, and morning coffee. Photo: Caydence Photography
The Ginger Home Screenroom
The Ginger Home Screenroom
The Ginger HomeThe Ginger Home
Photo: Tracey Jazmin
The Ginger Home Screenroom
The Ginger Home Screenroom
The Ginger HomeThe Ginger Home
Photo: Tracey Jazmin
Interior Design
Interior Design
Vigini Paint and DesignVigini Paint and Design
Quiet reading room, studio, playroom for children full of light. Newly restored
The Ginger Home Screenroom
The Ginger Home Screenroom
The Ginger HomeThe Ginger Home
Photo: Tracey Jazmin

Affordable Eclectic 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 eclectic 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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