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Medium Sized Eclectic Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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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.
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.
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.
Three Seasons and Family Room Remodel in Western Springs, Illinois
Three Seasons and Family Room Remodel in Western Springs, Illinois
Hyland HomesHyland Homes
Aménagement véranda
Aménagement véranda
"Sur mesure" - Décoratrice d'intérieur"Sur mesure" - Décoratrice d'intérieur
Suite à la création d'une véranda, il m'a été demandé de réaliser l'aménagement selon les envies et besoins des clients.
The Ginger Home Screenroom
The Ginger Home Screenroom
The Ginger HomeThe Ginger Home
Photo: Tracey Jazmin
The 50th Annual Symphony Designers' Showhouse in Kansas City
The 50th Annual Symphony Designers' Showhouse in Kansas City
Wilson LightingWilson Lighting
Yardley Street
Yardley Street
Marsh & ParsonsMarsh & Parsons
Stunning Sunroom and Grill Porch
Stunning Sunroom and Grill Porch
Hebert Design BuildHebert Design Build
Berkeley Moroccan Sunroom
Berkeley Moroccan Sunroom
artdecorartdecor
A modern Moroccan Sunroom embraces the traditional patterns and materials of Moroccan living with a modern twist.
Traditional Eclectic - Sunroom
Traditional Eclectic - Sunroom
Wysteria DesignWysteria Design
Winnetka Project
Winnetka Project
Flooring Pro, Inc.Flooring Pro, Inc.
Laminate Flooring Installation in Winnetka
1990s conservatory
1990s conservatory
cuckfield interiorscuckfield interiors
Fiona Evans
Made in Michigan
Made in Michigan
Meadowlark Design+BuildMeadowlark Design+Build
A sunroom with floor-to-ceiling windows is the perfect spot for an afternoon snooze. Design and Construction by Meadowlark Design + Build. Photography by Jeff Garland.
Designer Roller Shades
Designer Roller Shades
Budget Blinds of Waterloo/Inspired DrapesBudget Blinds of Waterloo/Inspired Drapes
4 Season sunroom addition with cathedral ceilings
4 Season sunroom addition with cathedral ceilings
Craftbuilt, Inc.Craftbuilt, Inc.
One of the challenges was mixing the new construction with the old, historic gable work. We matched the octagonal window to the existing conditions and cascaded the gables in a symmetric pattern.
Traditional Eclectic - Sunroom
Traditional Eclectic - Sunroom
Wysteria DesignWysteria Design
Sunroom Remodel
Sunroom Remodel
Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.
A ledger stone feature wall, douglas fir ceiling, Marvin Patio doors, french doors, millwork, and paint help this homeowner enjoy his new creative space. Dan Barker-Fly By Chicago Photography

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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