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Affordable Green Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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Walker Residence
Walker Residence
NV DesignNV Design
Sunspace Sunrooms
Sunspace Sunrooms
Blue Ridge Distributors, LLCBlue Ridge Distributors, LLC
Sunroom
Sunroom
Garrety Glass / Betterliving SunroomsGarrety Glass / Betterliving Sunrooms
Drab to Fab Decorating
Drab to Fab Decorating
Drab to Fab DecoratingDrab to Fab Decorating
My clients wanted a happy beach feel to lounge with guests. Our color scheme was blue, green and cream. We had the ceiling painted green, and the wood work painted a light cream color. We added the geometric blue area rug to anchor the space. We purchased various nautical pillows and throws to add a pop of color. We added an oversized ceiling fan as well as repainted the old oak TV chest a distressed sour apple color. The clients sit out there almost every night now!
McDaniel Sunroom
McDaniel Sunroom
Vision ConstructionVision Construction
Here is a sunroom we put on a home in Anderson Township. We trimmed it out to give it a shaker style look, with stained beadboard ceilings, and crank out casement style windows to allow in plenty of natural light.
The Ginger Home Screenroom
The Ginger Home Screenroom
The Ginger HomeThe Ginger Home
Photo: Tracey Jazmin
Sun Rooms
Sun Rooms
Palm Beach EnclosuresPalm Beach Enclosures
Golf Course Get Away
Golf Course Get Away
Boardwalk BuildersBoardwalk Builders
Three Season room with views of the golf course. Boardwalk Builders, Rehoboth Beach, DE www.boardwalkbuilders.com Sue Fortier
Westchester Sunroom
Westchester Sunroom
Mass Architect, LLCMass Architect, LLC
Sunroom addition with covered patio below
A Room with a View
A Room with a View
Kustom Home DesignKustom Home Design
Gorgeous sunroom addition with painted brick piers, large full view windows with transoms, chandelier, wall sconces, eclectic seating and potted plants creates the perfect setting to rest, relax and enjoy the view. The bright, open, airy sunroom space with traditional details and classic style blends seamlessly with the charm and character of the existing home. Designed and photographed by Kimberly Kerl, Kustom Home Design
Screened Porch
Screened Porch
J. Timothy Hance, Architect, P.A.J. Timothy Hance, Architect, P.A.
Rick Smoak Photography
Oceanside in Cape Elizabeth
Oceanside in Cape Elizabeth
M.R. BREWER INC.M.R. BREWER INC.
Fripp Island
Fripp Island
Live Oak BuildersLive Oak Builders
Captured Moments Photography
Lean-To Conservatory, Somerset
Lean-To Conservatory, Somerset
David SalisburyDavid Salisbury
Our clients located in Somerset were looking for a lean-to conservatory filled with natural light. Our designer at David Salisbury created this simple but effective design which perfectly fits the bill. It has two skylights and top hung windows to for ventilation which is all important in this kind of extension. Our clients are DIY lovers and they took a very keen interest in all aspects of the project especially with the on site - construction. The conservatory was finished in Pebble White and has brass window and door furniture. The final design blends well with the style of the house and provides our clients with a new room filled with plenty of natural light and warmth. They instantly fell in love with their new room finding it a delightful addition to the house and an extra space that is used all year round.
Transitional Home in Atlanta
Transitional Home in Atlanta
Laurie McRae InteriorsLaurie McRae Interiors
Sunrooms
Sunrooms
Montell ConstructionMontell Construction
Sunroom projects
Family Room, Sitting Room, and Seaside Porch
Family Room, Sitting Room, and Seaside Porch
AudioArtAudioArt
In-ceiling speakers in Sunroom overlooking Atlantic ocean.
California in Your Backyard - Glass Sunroom
California in Your Backyard - Glass Sunroom
LumonLumon
Glass walls slide to the side and fold open for a flexible sunroom space.
Modern Sunroom Addition in Washington, DC
Modern Sunroom Addition in Washington, DC
Hammer Design Build RemodelHammer Design Build Remodel
4 Season Sun room Addition / Merrimack, NH
4 Season Sun room Addition / Merrimack, NH
Morgan ExteriorsMorgan Exteriors

Affordable Green 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 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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