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Screened Porch with Timbertech Deck and Patio in Bolingbrook, IL
Screened Porch with Timbertech Deck and Patio in Bolingbrook, IL
Archadeck of ChicagolandArchadeck of Chicagoland
Okauchee Lake
Okauchee Lake
Groskopf Construction, IncGroskopf Construction, Inc
Photography by Rathbun Photography
Patios and Decks
Patios and Decks
The Terri & Kieron TeamThe Terri & Kieron Team
Kieron Quane
Sharbot Lake Cottage
Sharbot Lake Cottage
Dewson ArchitectsDewson Architects
Dewson Architects
Denver Model - Classic Series
Denver Model - Classic Series
Timber Block HomesTimber Block Homes
The Denver is very practical, and designed for those who favor the open room concept. At over 2700 square feet, it has substantial living space. The living room and kitchen areas are perfect for gathering, and the generous screened in room completes the picture perfect main floor. The loft is open to below and includes a beautiful large master bedroom. With a cathedral ceiling and abundance of windows, this design lets in tons of light, enhancing the most spectacular views. www.timberblock.com
Sun Rooms and Decks
Sun Rooms and Decks
Georgia Construction ConsultantsGeorgia Construction Consultants
Velux Skylight, Ceiling Fan and Pendant Lights on Gable Roof Sun Room
Velux Skylight, Ceiling Fan and Pendant Lights on Gable Roof Sun Room
Archadeck Piedmont TriadArchadeck Piedmont Triad
Garden Room Addition
Garden Room Addition
Adams Architects, Inc.Adams Architects, Inc.
Sunrooms
Sunrooms
Capital District Contractors IncCapital District Contractors Inc
Monica Drive Addition
Monica Drive Addition
Eskin Associates ArchitectsEskin Associates Architects
Ron Eskin, AIA
Custom Green Home
Custom Green Home
Premiere Contracting Inc.Premiere Contracting Inc.
Owl's Head Cottage
Owl's Head Cottage
Maple Street Design StudioMaple Street Design Studio
David Clough Photography
Stores anti chaleur
Stores anti chaleur
Easy StoresEasy Stores
Stores HABANIKO et OASIS en toiture, stores CALIFORNIEN et VERTIGO en parties verticales, toiles 323 ivoire.
Sunroom-Style Family Room with All New Renewal by Andersen Windows
Sunroom-Style Family Room with All New Renewal by Andersen Windows
Renewal by Andersen Long IslandRenewal by Andersen Long Island
All new windows in this sunroom-style family room, with an amazing view on the north shore. This entire home had all new double hungs installed in the cold of December, but ended up with a nice warm house -- with the help of those new windows -- for the rest of the winter! Windows from Renewal by Andersen Long Island
Modern Tudor Sunroom
Modern Tudor Sunroom
Quartersawn Design BuildQuartersawn Design Build
Indoor Patio and Pool
Indoor Patio and Pool
Linda Fritschy Interior DesignLinda Fritschy Interior Design
Charles David Smith
Showpiece Home
Showpiece Home
CI DESIGN + BUILDCI DESIGN + BUILD
Freeport Custom Home
Freeport Custom Home
Steve's Custom Homes, Inc. aka Net-Zero BuildersSteve's Custom Homes, Inc. aka Net-Zero Builders
100-year-old Colonial Revival … Revived!
100-year-old Colonial Revival … Revived!
Nicole Forina HomeNicole Forina Home
Chesterfield
Chesterfield
Sterling Custom HomesSterling Custom Homes

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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