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Waterfront French Eclectic
Waterfront French Eclectic
VanderHorn ArchitectsVanderHorn Architects
The quiet relaxation of the master sitting room captures sweeping water views and hides a miniature kitchenette for coffee and refreshments. French doors open to the cascading double-crescent stair of the spa terrace and surrounding parterre gardens, topiary and natural plantings as well as a cutting garden. Woodruff Brown Photography
4 Season sunroom addition with cathedral ceilings
4 Season sunroom addition with cathedral ceilings
Craftbuilt, Inc.Craftbuilt, Inc.
Sunroom, Mechancisburg, PA
Sunroom, Mechancisburg, PA
Decorating Den Interiors-Barbara TabakDecorating Den Interiors-Barbara Tabak
The inspiration for this room’s design was inspired by the beautiful view found outside the windows. Not wanting to compete with Mother Nature I selected neutral color pallet to blend with the idyllic surroundings. The clean sleek lines of the upholstered furnishings sit in juxtaposition to the natural elements—the woven wood blinds, the driftwood coffee table, the slate and copper wall fountain and other accessories— that are scattered throughout the room. Altogether, the room’s design creates a wonderful area to relax, entertain or simply enjoy the scenery.
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Traditional Home Napa Valley Showhouse 2013
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Hillary Thomas DesignsHillary Thomas Designs
Patrick Cline
Palm Forest Hill House
Palm Forest Hill House
Fuse FlooringFuse Flooring
The oversized skylight and large windows help bring the outside in. The TV has tough competition for attention in this room.
Stadthaus in Hamburg
Stadthaus in Hamburg
Angela Stein InnenarchitekturAngela Stein Innenarchitektur
Fotograf: Till Leeser
Somerville Aviary Home
Somerville Aviary Home
New England Design & ConstructionNew England Design & Construction
Gristmill Residence
Gristmill Residence
Nicole Norris Design Studio, Inc.Nicole Norris Design Studio, Inc.
Greenhouse Studio
Greenhouse Studio
Cynthia B. Wilson Interior DesignCynthia B. Wilson Interior Design
French Neoclassic- Naperville, IL
French Neoclassic- Naperville, IL
Charleston Building and DevelopmentCharleston Building and Development
An Inspiring Sunroom
An Inspiring Sunroom
Boardwalk BuildersBoardwalk Builders
Sunroom - Bedminster - Bucks County, PA
Sunroom - Bedminster - Bucks County, PA
Kathy Appel, ASIDKathy Appel, ASID
An extensive covered porch runs the length of the house, but this portion was enclosed, insulated, and finished. Designed for all seasons, this space provides year-round comfort and relaxation.
URUMUQI house
URUMUQI house
philippe le berrephilippe le berre
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Bay Window Sun Room
Bay Window Sun Room
The FabricsmithThe Fabricsmith
This panel in the angle of the bay window is hung from a hinged rod and is 1 1/2 widths of fabric wide. By putting the inset contrast band on both sides, it appears as two panels.
Conservatory conversion
Conservatory conversion
Walk Interior Architecture & DesignWalk Interior Architecture & Design
Powell Ave Cottage Remodel
Powell Ave Cottage Remodel
Even Kiehl RemodelingEven Kiehl Remodeling
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Casa de Chris
Casa de Chris
Crescent House Furniture & AccessoriesCrescent House Furniture & Accessories
The entrance to the sunroom features a few splashes of industrial furniture. Here, you'll see a vintage drawing table with a cast-iron base flanked by four architects' counter stools. We like the table set here because it establishes a different space within the large sunroom. Unlike the lounge area on the other side of the room, this space is intended for socializing over food and drink while soaking up the sun. Plus, the lovely amber glass bowl provides some needed warmth to the relatively dark furniture. Photo by Shea Conner
Bold Colors Mix with Neutrals Morning and Family Room
Bold Colors Mix with Neutrals Morning and Family Room
Lux Design AssociatesLux Design Associates
Private residence
Private residence
Dean Frost PhotographyDean Frost Photography
Dean Frost

Eclectic 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 eclectic 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.
Cozy Sunroom Retreat
Cozy Sunroom Retreat
WW Design StudioWW Design Studio
Enjoying the view... Photo: Caydence Photography
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