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Contemporary Conservatory with a Skylight Ideas and Designs

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GUARDANDO GLI ALBERI
GUARDANDO GLI ALBERI
Silvio Maglione architettiSilvio Maglione architetti
Veranda circondala da terrazzi
Midtown Pavilion
Midtown Pavilion
Gorilla Brothers RenovationGorilla Brothers Renovation
After: The vaulted pavilion was no small undertaking, but our clients agree it was worth it! Skylights help keep the natural light in their home, but keep them dry from any weather Oklahoma throws at them. After seeing the beautiful natural wood of the tongue-and-groove ceiling we were happy the clients opted to keep the color and choose a clear stain. No worries about the winter in this screened in porch-between the gas fireplace and infrared heater they will be nice and cozy while watching all those football games and entertaining outside.
Striking orangery in the suburbs
Striking orangery in the suburbs
Westbury Garden RoomsWestbury Garden Rooms
Darren Chung
Mary's Retreat
Mary's Retreat
Manfred Grabski Architect, LLC, AIA ....... CLOSEDManfred Grabski Architect, LLC, AIA ....... CLOSED
Manfred Grabski
EXTENSION_P
EXTENSION_P
Florent PasquierFlorent Pasquier
Lot 40
Lot 40
Marmiro Stones, IncMarmiro Stones, Inc
The bright sunroom gets a pop of color from the Deep Blue® tiled floor.
5th Avenue Estate Home Boca Raton
5th Avenue Estate Home Boca Raton
Interiors by Steven GInteriors by Steven G
Custom Italian Furniture from the showroom of Interiors by Steven G, wood ceilings, wood feature wall, Italian porcelain tile, custom lighting, unobstructed views, doors/windows fully open to connect the master bedroom
hk05 _ Wohnhaus mit Wintergarten Modernisierung
hk05 _ Wohnhaus mit Wintergarten Modernisierung
herschel transformarchitektenherschel transformarchitekten
Blick in den zweigeschossigen Wintergarten
Bespoke Orangery, West Sussex
Bespoke Orangery, West Sussex
UserUser
Bespoke hehku orangery with anthracite grey bi-folding doors and roof lantern
Granny Cave Garden Room
Granny Cave Garden Room
Outside In Garden RoomsOutside In Garden Rooms
Our client needed additional space for Granny to come and stay therefore the existing garage was demolished and replaced with a 5m x 3m Garden Room / WC. Velux Windows were used in both areas to bring additional light down into the Room to ensure the space was as bright as possible. Low threshold doors were used to make sure the space was fully accessible for Granny.
Browner Oak Orangery
Browner Oak Orangery
Richmond Oak Conservatories LtdRichmond Oak Conservatories Ltd
Northumberland 2
Northumberland 2
Stange KraftStange Kraft
Square Foot
Modern Townhome Transformation
Modern Townhome Transformation
Bobbi Alderfer/Lifestyle DesignBobbi Alderfer/Lifestyle Design
Photo Credit: Ryan Ocasio
Rénovation B.
Rénovation B.
Atelier Camille BiardAtelier Camille Biard
Verrière en toiture
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 Design
Contemporary Design
Buchanan ConstructionBuchanan Construction
J. Weiland, Professional Photographer. Paul Jackson, Aerial Photography. Alice Dodson, Architect. This Contemporary Mountain Home sits atop 50 plus acres in the Beautiful Mountains of Hot Springs, NC. Eye catching beauty and designs tribute local Architect, Alice Dodson and Team. Sloping roof lines intrigue and maximize natural light. This home rises high above the normal energy efficient standards with Geothermal Heating & Cooling System, Radiant Floor Heating, Kolbe Windows and Foam Insulation. Creative Owners put there heart & souls into the unique features. Exterior textured stone, smooth gray stucco around the glass blocks, smooth artisan siding with mitered corners and attractive landscaping collectively compliment. Cedar Wood Ceilings, Tile Floors, Exquisite Lighting, Modern Linear Fireplace and Sleek Clean Lines throughout please the intellect and senses.
Smithy Lane
Smithy Lane
Fasciato ArchitectsFasciato Architects
This photo looks into the glazed conservatory which sits within a walled garden. To the far right is the glazed opening to the master bedroom.
Loungebereich im Wintergarten
Loungebereich im Wintergarten
Upstage Design by Annette HoganUpstage Design by Annette Hogan
Upstage Design by Annette Hogan
Replacement of existing Lean to Conservatory with a modern tiled system
Replacement of existing Lean to Conservatory with a modern tiled system
Richard Thomas ConservatoriesRichard Thomas Conservatories
We replaced an old Conservatory with this new tiling roof system with central glazing strips
Avant/Après: Transformation d'une ancienne véranda
Avant/Après: Transformation d'une ancienne véranda
Pierre Siaudeau DesignPierre Siaudeau Design
Thomas Datvin

Contemporary Conservatory with a Skylight 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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