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Contemporary Blue Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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Area 51
Area 51
Reader & Swartz Architects, P.C.Reader & Swartz Architects, P.C.
Photography by Nathan Webb, AIA
Contemporary Orangery Living, Somerset
Contemporary Orangery Living, Somerset
David SalisburyDavid Salisbury
This contemporary orangery design in Somerset is the epitome of modern living and encapsulates everything that a David Salisbury extension brings to your home and lifestyle. The design brief for this bespoke orangery was to open up the back of this property, to create an open plan living space, whilst seamlessly linking house and garden. The new orangery features stone walls which match the rest of the home whilst a large overhead roof lantern floods the new space with natural light. The other key feature to this design is the bi-fold doors which, when fully retracted, open out to almost the full width of the orangery extension. The bi-fold door opening width measures in excess of 6m (the orangery itself is just over 8.4m wide by 4m deep) which really magnifies the sense of the outside being closer to the inside.
Awning Windows
Awning Windows
AVI Windows & DoorsAVI Windows & Doors
A row of awning windows below larger picture windows. Awning windows push open for fresh air. Rich wood interior with a durable aluminum clad exterior. Marvin windows supplied and installed by AVI Windows and Doors.
Stone Castle
Stone Castle
DeLeers Construction, Inc.DeLeers Construction, Inc.
Solarlux Wintergarten
Solarlux Wintergarten
Solarlux GmbHSolarlux GmbH
Dieser Wintergarten unterstreicht die moderne, stufenartige Architektur des imposanten Einfamilienhauses. Das gilt auch im Hinblick auf die gewollte Materialvielfalt: Holz, Stein, Glas, Aluminium. Bild: Solarlux GmbH
Complete Sunroom Replacement - Louisville, KY
Complete Sunroom Replacement - Louisville, KY
Premier Outdoor SpacePremier Outdoor Space
The enlarged sunroom incorporates the industry-leading Vertical Stacking Window System by Sunspace. The windows can be easily opened from the top or bottom. Window material is the revolutionary ViewFlex Vinyl with memory technology. Sunspace's Vertical Stacking Windows allow the windows to be opened up to 75% of the available height. Sunspace uses a special painting technique to guard against fading from the sun's harsh ultra-violet rays.
Loft DONNACONA
Loft DONNACONA
Atelier BOOM TOWNAtelier BOOM TOWN
Photo: Steve Montpetit
Outdoor Blinds
Outdoor Blinds
Vanguard Blinds SydneyVanguard Blinds Sydney
Outdoor Blinds - Clear PVC, shade mesh, waterproof fabrics - Ability to fully enclose an area - Available up to 6m wide x 5m high
Orangery extension for open plan kitchen, dining and lounge
Orangery extension for open plan kitchen, dining and lounge
Petersfield BuildersPetersfield Builders
Marvin Sliding Patio Door
Marvin Sliding Patio Door
MarvinMarvin
The Marvin Sliding Patio Door is a sophisticated, contemporary design created for smooth operation and dependable performance. From the super-tough Ultrex® sill to the energy-efficient design, these doors are a perfect addition to any space.
VILLA Ferraris, Erba CO
VILLA Ferraris, Erba CO
Filippo Dell'Orto Interior Design StudioFilippo Dell'Orto Interior Design Studio
Terrassengestaltung für Einfamilienhaus
Terrassengestaltung für Einfamilienhaus
schulz.roomsschulz.rooms
Jan Meier
Extension séjour cuisine
Extension séjour cuisine
AO ARCHITECTUREAO ARCHITECTURE
O. AUDY - AO ARCHITECTURE
Feature Glass Conservatory
Feature Glass Conservatory
DiversoDiverso
Feature Glass Conservatory with a View.
Extension lumineuse et large terrasse
Extension lumineuse et large terrasse
Bin'Hôme TravauxBin'Hôme Travaux
À l'origine de ce projet une maison qui ne permettait pas d'accéder facilement au jardin et profiter du soleil. Cette extension lumineuse offre au client une vue extraordinaire sur son large parc : vitrée sur 2 côtés avec de large baie coulissante, cet espace permet d'être à la fois dedans et dehors. L'architecture se coordonnent avec les bâtiments industriels à proximité. Le noir, le rouge et la verdure soulignent chaque partie.
Glen Ellyn Contemporary
Glen Ellyn Contemporary
RS2 ArchitectsRS2 Architects
Moderner Anbau
Moderner Anbau
Peter LangenhahnPeter Langenhahn
Peter Langenhahn
Cape Cod Waterfront
Cape Cod Waterfront
Hajian Architects IncHajian Architects Inc
Hajian Architects Inc.
MVA - Installation de pergola et fenêtres
MVA - Installation de pergola et fenêtres
Ikonup - The AgencyIkonup - The Agency
Prise de vue de pergola, fenêtres et portes par MVA- menuiserie.
Véranda archi design
Véranda archi design
Verre ClairVerre Clair

Contemporary Blue 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 contemporary 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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