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Peninsula Lake
Peninsula Lake
Cassis Design Studio with Urban Rustic LivingCassis Design Studio with Urban Rustic Living
Active: Wuthering Heights on Winnipesaukee
Active: Wuthering Heights on Winnipesaukee
Brie Stephens - Lake Life RealtyBrie Stephens - Lake Life Realty
Upland, CA (L11599)
Upland, CA (L11599)
PremierWest ConstructionPremierWest Construction
Peter Amend Photography
Monica Drive Addition
Monica Drive Addition
Eskin Associates ArchitectsEskin Associates Architects
Ron Eskin, AIA
Ticonderoga Lake House
Ticonderoga Lake House
Johnson ConstructionJohnson Construction
The sunroom, originally meant to be a screened-in porch, was closed in, wrapped with windows and is now what the homeowners feel, the highlight of the home.
Birch Road Beach House
Birch Road Beach House
GLDESIGNGLDESIGN
Bright Mudroom / Entry Addition
Bright Mudroom / Entry Addition
8TFive Studio8TFive Studio
Client wanted an addition that preserves existing vaulted living room windows while provided direct lines of sight from adjacent kitchen function. Sunlight and views to the surrounding nature from specific locations within the existing dwelling were important in the sizing and placement of windows. The limited space was designed to accommodate the function of a mudroom with the feasibility of interior and exterior sunroom relaxation. Photography by Design Imaging Studios
Sunroom Addition
Sunroom Addition
HomeMasons, IncHomeMasons, Inc
Sierra Blanca loft
Sierra Blanca loft
Colorado TimberframeColorado Timberframe
Cottage - Arbor Ridge, Janesville, WI
Cottage - Arbor Ridge, Janesville, WI
Charles DemasCharles Demas
Screen Rooms
Screen Rooms
Third Space Builders, LLC.Third Space Builders, LLC.
Carlin Hill Farm
Carlin Hill Farm
Fellner Associates ArchitectsFellner Associates Architects
Photo by George Fellner & lighting by Jerry Reed
Leigh Chiu Project
Leigh Chiu Project
Leigh Chiu DesignsLeigh Chiu Designs
The Grinsel's
The Grinsel's
UserUser
Patio and Pool in Remodeling Long Beach, CA by A-List Builders
Patio and Pool in Remodeling Long Beach, CA by A-List Builders
A-List Builders Inc.A-List Builders Inc.
This patio and pool in remodel Long Beach, CA was designed to create an open space and easy access to the pool. Starting with brand new stone tiling, natural colors were introduced to compliment the sun's movement to the west creating beautiful warm tones during sunsets. All new patio furniture facing the pool adds even more comforting elements of relaxation and a real poolside lounge experience. An outdoor dining table and kitchen with stainless steel BBQ, and outdoor fridge provide easy access to a patio cookout anytime. Take a look at our entire portfolio here: http://bit.ly/2nJOGe5
Issaquah Highlands Residence by Studio Zerbey Architecture
Issaquah Highlands Residence by Studio Zerbey Architecture
Studio Zerbey Architecture + InteriorsStudio Zerbey Architecture + Interiors
Architect: Studio Zerbey Architecture + Design Photo: Benjamin Benschneider
Salthouse Lane
Salthouse Lane
R.M. Buck BuildersR.M. Buck Builders
Various Projects
Various Projects
Precision MouldingPrecision Moulding
VHT Studios
Dingmans Manor House
Dingmans Manor House
R.W.Buff IncR.W.Buff Inc
Custom Hybrid Timber Frame Home designed and built by R.W. Buff Inc Timber Frame Supplied by - Woodhouse Photos by - Bill Cardoni
East Grand Rapids Tudor
East Grand Rapids Tudor
Cannarsa Structure and DesignCannarsa Structure and Design

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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