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Conservatory with Light Hardwood Flooring and a Standard Fireplace Ideas and Designs

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Zawadski Homes Inc.Zawadski Homes Inc.
Westchester Sunroom
Westchester Sunroom
Mass Architect, LLCMass Architect, LLC
Sunroom addition with covered patio below
MH House Remodel
MH House Remodel
Bridget's RoomBridget's Room
Fireplace Tile and Hardwood Flooring purchased and installed by Bridget's Room.
Modern Country Living
Modern Country Living
Michael's Homes Inc.Michael's Homes Inc.
The gorgeous 4-seasons room in this home is a spectacular space that lends itself perfectly to everything from a cozy evening at home for two to a large gathering place perfect for hosting get-togethers.
Rockford Sunroom Addition
Rockford Sunroom Addition
Morris Builders, IncMorris Builders, Inc
First Impressions Renovation
First Impressions Renovation
Peregrine Design BuildPeregrine Design Build
Sunroom Addition in Madeira
Sunroom Addition in Madeira
Neal's Design RemodelNeal's Design Remodel
Taylor Farm Project
Taylor Farm Project
Allan Homes Unlimited Inc.Allan Homes Unlimited Inc.
Sunroom Addition in Madeira
Sunroom Addition in Madeira
Neal's Design RemodelNeal's Design Remodel
Site 25
Site 25
MarvinMarvin
This attractive four-bedroom home is in the center of a small loop road so it is very visible from all four sides. The home is surrounded by a beautiful lake and mountain views so the right window choices were very important to the homeowners. Because of the seasonal New England climate changes that can include long, tough winters and summer months of strong sunshine, the windows needed to withstand the ever-changing environment, while at the same time have a high R-value. And of course, the windows had to provide great visibility featuring large unobstructed glass. Integrity® Wood-Ultrex® Windows and French Doors proved to be a great combination of styling, energy efficiency and affordability for the owners of this New Hampshire residence.
Westchester Sunroom
Westchester Sunroom
Mass Architect, LLCMass Architect, LLC
Sunroom addition with covered patio below
Woodland Escape Whole Home Interior/Exterior Design
Woodland Escape Whole Home Interior/Exterior Design
Donovan Charles InteriorsDonovan Charles Interiors
What is a tree house without a proper tree in the room?
First Impressions Renovation
First Impressions Renovation
Peregrine Design BuildPeregrine Design Build
Historical Great Room Expansion
Historical Great Room Expansion
Crane Builders LLCCrane Builders LLC
Rockford Sunroom Addition
Rockford Sunroom Addition
Morris Builders, IncMorris Builders, Inc
Flat of the Hill House
Flat of the Hill House
Hickox Williams Architects, Inc.Hickox Williams Architects, Inc.
Photography by Greg Premru
First Impressions Renovation
First Impressions Renovation
Peregrine Design BuildPeregrine Design Build
MH House Remodel
MH House Remodel
Bridget's RoomBridget's Room
Hardwood Flooring, Trim, Windows, Lighting and Custom Barn Door purchased and installed by Bridget's Room.
Westchester Sunroom
Westchester Sunroom
Mass Architect, LLCMass Architect, LLC
Sunroom addition with covered patio below
Sunroom Addition in Madeira
Sunroom Addition in Madeira
Neal's Design RemodelNeal's Design Remodel

Conservatory with Light Hardwood Flooring and a Standard 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.
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