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Verrière d'entrée projet "ROCKABILLY" Agence NOESIS Annecy
Verrière d'entrée projet "ROCKABILLY" Agence NOESIS Annecy
Robi Design Métallique sur-mesure AnnnecyRobi Design Métallique sur-mesure Annnecy
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10 Karen Road
10 Karen Road
Instant Interiors LLCInstant Interiors LLC
Dual Anthracite Grey uPVC orangery in Berkshire
Dual Anthracite Grey uPVC orangery in Berkshire
Anglian Home ImprovementsAnglian Home Improvements
Wrap-around ceiling lights keep this orangery nice and bright come nighttime, while the roof is a brilliant spot for star-gazing.
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Oak Orangeries
Oak Orangeries
Richmond Oak Conservatories LtdRichmond Oak Conservatories Ltd
The design & build brief from our client in Surrey for this seasoned oak orangery was to optimise the use of a dead patio area and link two buildings of a barn conversion. Therefore extending the existing kitchen in one building through to the new orangery, incorporating a spiral staircase wine cellar within the orangery floor and provide access to the lounge area within the other barn building. www.fitzgeraldphotographic.co.uk
Wohnwintergarten Anbau an ein Reihenendhaus
Wohnwintergarten Anbau an ein Reihenendhaus
Interior Design LeijdekkerInterior Design Leijdekker
Ansicht von innen nach aussen.
A Classic Country Home For The Modern Age
A Classic Country Home For The Modern Age
TOTUSTOTUS
Elina Pasok
Contemporary Orangery - Radlett
Contemporary Orangery - Radlett
KingsholmeKingsholme
Wandsworth Common
Wandsworth Common
Warren Rosing ArchitectsWarren Rosing Architects
Rear extension, extensive new basement and complete internal remodelling of this large luxury home backing onto Wandsworth Common
Custom Four Season Room with Cathedral Ceiling, LivingSpace Transitions 4
Custom Four Season Room with Cathedral Ceiling, LivingSpace Transitions 4
Ohio ExteriorsOhio Exteriors
Ohio Exteriors installed a LivingSpace Transitions 4 season custom cathedral style sunroom that measured 12' x 16'. we installed the custom vinyl windows. We tied into the existing roof, and matched the existing shake siding. We extended the existing HVAC system. We also installed new French doors.
1960's Mid-Century Ranch Remodel, Nashville, TN
1960's Mid-Century Ranch Remodel, Nashville, TN
Connie Long InteriorsConnie Long Interiors
Vintage Rosewood Sofa and Chrome Chairs, Custom Ottomans create living room vignette in 1960's classic mid-century ranch remodel located in Nashville, TN.
Studio Marcelo Brito
Studio Marcelo Brito
Studio Marcelo BritoStudio Marcelo Brito
photo: Gui Morelli
Chatham Addition
Chatham Addition
Kasper Custom Home RemodelingKasper Custom Home Remodeling
This Sunroom addition features large windows allowing the owners to enjoy the outdoors from the comfort of their home. A great spot for reading and relaxation! The herringbone ceiling and bubble chandelier create interest and sophistication.
Sunray Duplex's
Sunray Duplex's
Stuart OsmanStuart Osman
New Mexico Conservatory
New Mexico Conservatory
Meridian Estate GreenhousesMeridian Estate Greenhouses
This estate conservatory is a charming space to cultivate, graft and grow new desert plants for this homeowner. A break from the stresses of life, this space is enjoyed daily by the homeowner.
Wellesley Outdoor Living Room
Wellesley Outdoor Living Room
Keri Murray ArchitectureKeri Murray Architecture
The owners spend a great deal of time outdoors and desperately desired a living room open to the elements and set up for long days and evenings of entertaining in the beautiful New England air. KMA’s goal was to give the owners an outdoor space where they can enjoy warm summer evenings with a glass of wine or a beer during football season. The floor will incorporate Natural Blue Cleft random size rectangular pieces of bluestone that coordinate with a feature wall made of ledge and ashlar cuts of the same stone. The interior walls feature weathered wood that complements a rich mahogany ceiling. Contemporary fans coordinate with three large skylights, and two new large sliding doors with transoms. Other features are a reclaimed hearth, an outdoor kitchen that includes a wine fridge, beverage dispenser (kegerator!), and under-counter refrigerator. Cedar clapboards tie the new structure with the existing home and a large brick chimney ground the feature wall while providing privacy from the street. The project also includes space for a grill, fire pit, and pergola.
Three Season Sunrooms | Patio Enclosure
Three Season Sunrooms | Patio Enclosure
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Three Season Sunrooms | Patio Enclosure constructed by Baine Contracting and photographed by Osprey Perspectives.
Whole House Remodel in Greenfield - 2015
Whole House Remodel in Greenfield - 2015
Kaufman Construction Design and BuildKaufman Construction Design and Build
Stunning sunroom remodel.
Contemporary Ranch Home by Van's Home Center & A&D Specs
Contemporary Ranch Home by Van's Home Center & A&D Specs
Van's Home CenterVan's Home Center
The furniture and area rug in the sunroom featured bright colors with bold patterns, again speaking well to the contemporary theme of the home. All flooring, tile/stone, furniture, and appliances purchased from and installed by Van's Home Center. Home built by A&D Specs.

Contemporary 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.
Historic Sunroom
Historic Sunroom
Agape ConstructionAgape Construction
Attractive sunroom just off of kitchen. Open to stunning outside views. Screened-in to protect from natural elements.
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