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Medium Sized and Expansive Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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Sunroom Addition
Sunroom Addition
DBR Construction ConsultingDBR Construction Consulting
Sunroom addition with access to pool patio. Skylights allow for increased natural light into space. Project located in Telford, Montgomery County, PA.
Twisted Tree Drive
Twisted Tree Drive
Katie Postel InteriorsKatie Postel Interiors
Bright, cheerful and airy sunroom.
A Sunroom Addition + Patio Cover in North Richland Hills
A Sunroom Addition + Patio Cover in North Richland Hills
Medford RemodelingMedford Remodeling
East Cobb Modern Makeover Kitchen Sunroom and Living Room
East Cobb Modern Makeover Kitchen Sunroom and Living Room
Atlanta Curb AppealAtlanta Curb Appeal
Sunroom in East Cobb Modern Home. Interior design credit: Design & Curations Photo by Elizabeth Lauren Granger Photography
Shoreline Contemporary
Shoreline Contemporary
DK HomesDK Homes
Nestled into the woods near Lake Michigan, this home boasts its contemporary exterior outward while pulling the surrounding nature inward.
Modern Sunroom Addition in Washington, DC
Modern Sunroom Addition in Washington, DC
Hammer Design Build RemodelHammer Design Build Remodel
Classic Comfortable Sunroom - Roswell
Classic Comfortable Sunroom - Roswell
Innovative Design BuildInnovative Design Build
This beautiful sunroom will be well used by our homeowners. It is warm, bright and cozy. It's design flows right into the main home and is an extension of the living space. The full height windows and the stained ceiling and beams give a rustic cabin feel. Night or day, rain or shine, it is a beautiful retreat after a long work day.
Houston Residence
Houston Residence
Traci Marlow DesignsTraci Marlow Designs
Arts and Craft Bungalow
Arts and Craft Bungalow
Stock & Associates, Inc.Stock & Associates, Inc.
Sitting in one of Capital Hill’s beautiful neighborhoods, the exterior of this residence portrays a bungalow style home as from the Arts and Craft era. By adding a large dormer to east side of the house, the street appeal was maintained which allowed for a large master suite to be added to the second floor. As a result, the two guest bedrooms and bathroom were relocated to give to master suite the space it needs. Although much renovation was done to the Federalist interior, the original charm was kept by continuing the formal molding and other architectural details throughout the house. In addition to opening up the stair to the entry and floor above, the sense of gained space was furthered by opening up the kitchen to the dining room and remodeling the space to provide updated finishes and appliances as well as custom cabinetry and a hutch. The main level also features an added powder room with a beautiful black walnut vanity.
Craftsman Delight
Craftsman Delight
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The Sunroom is open to the Living / Family room, and has windows looking to both the Breakfast nook / Kitchen as well as to the yard on 2 sides. There is also access to the back deck through this room. The large windows, ceiling fan and tile floor makes you feel like you're outside while still able to enjoy the comforts of indoor spaces. The built-in banquette provides not only additional storage, but ample seating in the room without the clutter of chairs. The mutli-purpose room is currently used for the homeowner's many stained glass projects.
Sunroom Addition
Sunroom Addition
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The homeowner loves the rustic look of pine and the open cathedral ceiling. The addition of a ceiling fan promotes ventilation. Wood floors help to insulate the room and are easy to maintain.
Oceanfront Home in Mantoloking, New Jersey
Oceanfront Home in Mantoloking, New Jersey
Falcon IndustriesFalcon Industries
Motion City Media
Beachy Cottage
Beachy Cottage
Wright-Ryan HomesWright-Ryan Homes
4 Seasons Room Addition
4 Seasons Room Addition
Doski Building & RemodelingDoski Building & Remodeling
Greenhouse
Greenhouse
Skyline RemodelingSkyline Remodeling
attached to side of garage clear 'grey ' color roofing
Woodfin
Woodfin
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Walker Residence
Walker Residence
NV DesignNV Design
New Classic
New Classic
Whitlock BuildersWhitlock Builders
Dana Point Custom Home
Dana Point Custom Home
Corbin Reeves ConstructionCorbin Reeves Construction

Medium Sized and Expansive 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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