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Medium Sized Eclectic Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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An artists escape
An artists escape
Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.
This sunroom was the perfect fit for this artist looking for a quiet place to find inspiration. His remarkable work now has a beautiful place to be on display. The Marvin patio doors do a great job of climate control while allowing plenty of natural light in.
Maison d'hôtes
Maison d'hôtes
LILIetRAMI ArchitecturesLILIetRAMI Architectures
Southeast Portland Custom Woodwork Throughout Artistic Home
Southeast Portland Custom Woodwork Throughout Artistic Home
Pacific Northwest CabinetryPacific Northwest Cabinetry
Custom woodwork in remodeled sunroom. Clear cedar wall paneling with IPE hardwood flooring. SE Portland Reed College neighborhood
Duncan Residence
Duncan Residence
Matt Tucker Design StudioMatt Tucker Design Studio
Casement Windows
Casement Windows
Renewal by AndersenRenewal by Andersen
The 50th Annual Symphony Designers' Showhouse in Kansas City
The 50th Annual Symphony Designers' Showhouse in Kansas City
Wilson LightingWilson Lighting
Windows
Windows
ELEVATIONS | Design Solutions by MyersELEVATIONS | Design Solutions by Myers
Visit Our Showroom 8000 Locust Mill St. Ellicott City, MD 21043 Andersen A-Series Casement Windows, White Interior, Specified Equal Light Grille Pattern (2 wide x 2 tall), Frenchwood Hinged Patio Door, White Interior, Specified Equal Light Grille Pattern (2 wide x 3 tall), Encino Hardware in Distressed Bronze Finish, Picture Windows and Transom Windows French Eclectic Home Style A-Series Architectural Collection
Ponte Vedra Boho Beach House
Ponte Vedra Boho Beach House
Jody Marcil Interior DesignJody Marcil Interior Design
Brookfield Sunroom
Brookfield Sunroom
DeChiaro DesignDeChiaro Design
Comfortable casual Sunroom in Brookfield to be used as a space for dining and relaxing.
Rénovation d'une serre/ salon d'été parisien
Rénovation d'une serre/ salon d'été parisien
PROXIMA DESIGN - Décoration & Conception d'espacesPROXIMA DESIGN - Décoration & Conception d'espaces
Stunning Sunroom and Grill Porch
Stunning Sunroom and Grill Porch
Hebert Design BuildHebert Design Build
Tye Street Project
Tye Street Project
UserUser
Custom diptych painting with tufted blue velvet sleeper sofa, gold bunching tables, zebra hide rug, and Moroccan pouf ottoman.
Поликарпова и яркость
Поликарпова и яркость
Salmon LairSalmon Lair
Планировочное решение: Миловзорова Наталья Концепция: Миловзорова Наталья Визуализация: Мовляйко Роман Рабочая документация: Миловзорова Наталья, Царевская Ольга Спецификация и смета: Царевская Ольга Закупки: Миловзорова Наталья, Царевская Ольга Авторский надзор: Миловзорова Наталья, Царевская Ольга Фотограф: Лоскутов Михаил Стиль: Соболева Дарья
4 Season sunroom addition with cathedral ceilings
4 Season sunroom addition with cathedral ceilings
Craftbuilt, Inc.Craftbuilt, Inc.
Detail work for the built-up beams and the trim around the structural ridge beam.
Natural Woven
Natural Woven
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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.
Southwestern Style Kalispell Home
Southwestern Style Kalispell Home
Glacier View StudioGlacier View Studio
Loren House Ranch Whole House Remodel
Loren House Ranch Whole House Remodel
Nathan Taylor for Obelisk HomeNathan Taylor for Obelisk Home
Designed by Nathan Taylor and J. Kent Martin of Obelisk Home - Photos by Randy Colwell
Remarkable Ranch Redesign
Remarkable Ranch Redesign
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Medium Sized 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.
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