skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
  1. Living
  2. Conservatory
  3. Fireplace: None

Conservatory with Dark Hardwood Flooring and No Fireplace Ideas and Designs

All Filters (2)
Refine by:
1 - 20 of 623 photos
Item 1 of 3
Shady Lane
Shady Lane
The Sitting RoomThe Sitting Room
North Hampton Conservatory
North Hampton Conservatory
Sunspace Design, Inc.Sunspace Design, Inc.
This project’s owner originally contacted Sunspace because they needed to replace an outdated, leaking sunroom on their North Hampton, New Hampshire property. The aging sunroom was set on a fieldstone foundation that was beginning to show signs of wear in the uppermost layer. The client’s vision involved repurposing the ten foot by ten foot area taken up by the original sunroom structure in order to create the perfect space for a new home office. Sunspace Design stepped in to help make that vision a reality. We began the design process by carefully assessing what the client hoped to achieve. Working together, we soon realized that a glass conservatory would be the perfect replacement. Our custom conservatory design would allow great natural light into the home while providing structure for the desired office space. Because the client’s beautiful home featured a truly unique style, the principal challenge we faced was ensuring that the new conservatory would seamlessly blend with the surrounding architectural elements on the interior and exterior. We utilized large, Marvin casement windows and a hip design for the glass roof. The interior of the home featured an abundance of wood, so the conservatory design featured a wood interior stained to match. The end result of this collaborative process was a beautiful conservatory featured at the front of the client’s home. The new space authentically matches the original construction, the leaky sunroom is no longer a problem, and our client was left with a home office space that’s bright and airy. The large casements provide a great view of the exterior landscape and let in incredible levels of natural light. And because the space was outfitted with energy efficient glass, spray foam insulation, and radiant heating, this conservatory is a true four season glass space that our client will be able to enjoy throughout the year.
Snowman Residence
Snowman Residence
Geoff Chick & AssociatesGeoff Chick & Associates
Emerald Coast Real Estate Photography
East Hampton Retreat
East Hampton Retreat
Bryan Bilczewski DesignBryan Bilczewski Design
Hardwood
Hardwood
Barnards Carpet One Floor & HomeBarnards Carpet One Floor & Home
Sunroom with Speakers and Automatic Shades
Sunroom with Speakers and Automatic Shades
Mills TechnologiesMills Technologies
The front Sunroom is a great location for reading and listening to music. In addition to the speakers, electric shades automatically raise and lower based on the daily sunrise and sunset, balancing natural lighting and homeowner privacy. Technology Integration by Mills Custom. Architecture by Cohen and Hacker Architects. Interior Design by Tom Stringer Design Partners. General Contracting by Michael Mariottini.
Traditional Sunroom
Traditional Sunroom
Coastal Lake Home Remodel
Coastal Lake Home Remodel
Bartelt. The Remodeling ResourceBartelt. The Remodeling Resource
Photo Credit - David Bader
Création et installation d'une pergola coulissante colorée
Création et installation d'une pergola coulissante colorée
JMH ConcepteurJMH Concepteur
Smiens Whole House Northfield
Smiens Whole House Northfield
College City Design BuildCollege City Design Build
Gorgeous Contemporary Whole Home Remodel
Gorgeous Contemporary Whole Home Remodel
Kitchen & Bath DepotKitchen & Bath Depot
Park Overlook
Park Overlook
Saltbox ArchitectureSaltbox Architecture
4 Season Sunroom / Londonderry, NH
4 Season Sunroom / Londonderry, NH
Morgan ExteriorsMorgan Exteriors
Before & After Removal of existing aluminum prefab room. Installation of custom stick built sunroom
Light and Textured Sunroom
Light and Textured Sunroom
Sharp and Grey InteriorsSharp and Grey Interiors
Photo by Libby Rawes
Traditional Home remodel
Traditional Home remodel
Paulsen Construction Services, LLCPaulsen Construction Services, LLC
Custom First Floor Master Cape Cod
Custom First Floor Master Cape Cod
Green Robin HomesGreen Robin Homes
Holiday Decorating- Blue Velvet Christmas
Holiday Decorating- Blue Velvet Christmas
Robin LaMonte/Rooms RevampedRobin LaMonte/Rooms Revamped
Holiday decorating for Kelly Page, a blogger @bluegraygal in Atlanta. She loves the blue, cream, and gold color scheme. Photo by Sarah D. Harper
Porch - Traditional - 1
Porch - Traditional - 1
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
City Living
City Living
Yvette IreneYvette Irene
Siioto River Sunroom
Siioto River Sunroom
Custom Home WorksCustom Home Works
painted white beaded panel, whitewashed ceiling, dark hardwood floor, Andersen slider windows and 12' siliing door

Conservatory with Dark Hardwood Flooring and No Fireplace 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.
1
123456789Next Page
Ireland
Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.