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Medium Sized Modern Conservatory Ideas and Designs

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Bethesda Modern
Bethesda Modern
FORMA DesignFORMA Design
The covered porch/sunroom is furnished with indoor/outdoor furniture and area rug, in two distinct Dining and Lounge areas. The same neutral palate with bright accent colors that is used in the interior of the house also repeats here. Photography: Geoffrey Hodgdon
Dalefield Home
Dalefield Home
HARO Flooring New ZealandHARO Flooring New Zealand
Havelock North, Hawke's Bay Show Home
Havelock North, Hawke's Bay Show Home
David Reid HomesDavid Reid Homes
This stunning home showcases the signature quality workmanship and attention to detail of David Reid Homes. Architecturally designed, with 3 bedrooms + separate media room, this home combines contemporary styling with practical and hardwearing materials, making for low-maintenance, easy living built to last. Positioned for all-day sun, the open plan living and outdoor room - complete with outdoor wood burner - allow for the ultimate kiwi indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The striking cladding combination of dark vertical panels and rusticated cedar weatherboards, coupled with the landscaped boardwalk entry, give this single level home strong curbside appeal.
roth outdoor kitchen at new 3 season
roth outdoor kitchen at new 3 season
EFTEK Custom RemodelingEFTEK Custom Remodeling
Interior view of outdoor kitchen and exterior living space from remodeled interior eat in area
North Tacoma Views with California Vibes Home
North Tacoma Views with California Vibes Home
Jenny Wetzel - RealtorJenny Wetzel - Realtor
Sun room inside of a North Tacoma luxury home.
Oak Sunroom
Oak Sunroom
Oak By DesignOak By Design
Woodnotes Collection - 2017
Woodnotes Collection - 2017
UserUser
Woodnotes 2017 Collection. Swivel K Chair and Ottoman in Sand Stone-White; Beach Rug in Nutria-Black; Available through Linea, Inc. in Los Angeles.
Modern Luxury
Modern Luxury
Fresh Start Contracting CompanyFresh Start Contracting Company
Glazed Roof Extension and Refurbishment
Glazed Roof Extension and Refurbishment
Pencil and BrickPencil and Brick
The sunroom forms the extension and sits within the existing courtyard.
Tindal Residence
Tindal Residence
KEEDAHKEEDAH
Solon IA, Cedar Deck Build
Solon IA, Cedar Deck Build
Henrys Painting & ContractingHenrys Painting & Contracting
Transforming outdoor spaces with exceptional craftsmanship. Our team at Henry's Painting & Contracting brings your dream cedar deck to life. Quality cedar, expert construction, and stunning design – this is outdoor living at its finest.
Radford Bold Bright Sunroom
Radford Bold Bright Sunroom
Nathan Taylor for Obelisk HomeNathan Taylor for Obelisk Home
Rivergrove Sunroom Remodel
Rivergrove Sunroom Remodel
Rolling Hills Remodeling LLCRolling Hills Remodeling LLC
The finished product
Net Zero Home
Net Zero Home
Imery GroupImery Group
YK-house
YK-house
刈谷建築設計事務所刈谷建築設計事務所
YK-house
Sydney House
Sydney House
JRSconsult Architects + EngineersJRSconsult Architects + Engineers
Moroccan modern house
Moroccan modern house
Demeure DesignDemeure Design
Charming contemporary conservatory in modern family residence in Marrakech, Morocco.
Deck build
Deck build
Habidex RenovationsHabidex Renovations
Sitting area, open deck. Glass sundeck enclosure
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
EbuildEbuild
Open2View
Serralunga Collection 2017
Serralunga Collection 2017
UserUser
Serralunga 2017 Collection. Sunbed designed by Michel Boucquillon. Available through Linea, Inc. in Los Angeles.

Medium Sized Modern 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 modern 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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