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Life On Longview
Life On Longview
Delphinium DesignDelphinium Design
Sunroom furniture furnishing details including custom woven roman shades and light gray accent chairs.
Farmhouse style home
Farmhouse style home
KSF ArchitectsKSF Architects
west facing sunroom with views of the barns. This space is located just off the Great Room and offers a warm cozy retreat in the evening.
Conservatory Addition
Conservatory Addition
GREAT FALLS ConstructionGREAT FALLS Construction
Уютная студия 30м2 ЖК Мейн Хаус для студентки
Уютная студия 30м2 ЖК Мейн Хаус для студентки
AGinterior.ruAGinterior.ru
Дополнительное спальное место на балконе. Полки, H&M Home. Кресло, BoBox.
Maplewood Classic Colonial | Sunroom
Maplewood Classic Colonial | Sunroom
Danielle Rose Design Co.Danielle Rose Design Co.
We wanted to create a comfortable and tranquil retreat in this sunroom, a place where my clients could lounge and escape the world. We used oversized chaises, a soft color story, and interesting textures to accomplish this relaxed aesthetic. We layered warm, sandy creams and soft grays to create a casual, monochromatic palette that lends itself to a more subdued eclectic vibe and a truly relaxed atmosphere. We also made sure to incorporate a whole jungle worth of plants! Plants are the best way to bring life into your home. Not only do plants beautify your space, but they also have some pretty wonderful health benefits! They detoxify your home by improving indoor air quality. They are also known to boost your mood & lift your spirit!
West Roxbury
West Roxbury
Beige and Bleu Design StudioBeige and Bleu Design Studio
Долгоруковская ул. - Фото. 130 кв.м. Реализованный проект.
Долгоруковская ул. - Фото. 130 кв.м. Реализованный проект.
Бюро9 - BURO9Бюро9 - BURO9
Дизайн-проект реализован Архитектором-Дизайнером Екатериной Ялалтыновой. Комплектация и декорирование - Бюро9. Строительная компания - ООО "Шафт"
Sea Cliff Preppy Contemporary
Sea Cliff Preppy Contemporary
Regan Baker Design Inc.Regan Baker Design Inc.
Suzanna Scott Photography
Sleeping Porch Renovation, Washington DC
Sleeping Porch Renovation, Washington DC
Finesse Design RemodelingFinesse Design Remodeling
Kenneth M Wyner Photography
King's Farm
King's Farm
Alair Homes Aurora NewmarketAlair Homes Aurora Newmarket
Opening up from the master bedroom, this cozy room offers a spectacular view of the lake and is perfect for reading, studying or even a little nap. Photo Credit: Jim Craigmyle Photography
9th Street
9th Street
Rethink Design StudioRethink Design Studio
Richard Leo Johnson Wall Color: Sherwin Williams - White Wisp OC-54 Ceiling & Trim Color: Sherwin Williams - Extra White 7006 Chaise Lounge: Hickory Chair, Made to Measure Lounge Side Table: Noir, Hiro Table
California Beach House Remodel
California Beach House Remodel
Builder BoyBuilder Boy
This small sunroom provides a way to catch ocean breezes while staying cool indoors. We partnered with Jennifer Allison Design on this project. Her design firm contacted us to paint the entire house - inside and out. Images are used with permission. You can contact her at (310) 488-0331 for more information.
Blackstone Edge Studios - Philip Clayton-Thompson
Blackstone Edge Studios - Philip Clayton-Thompson
Philip Clayton-ThompsonPhilip Clayton-Thompson
Island Retreat
Island Retreat
Loon Architects, LLCLoon Architects, LLC
Steven Mooney Photographer and Architect
Pelham Place
Pelham Place
Jo Cowen ArchitectsJo Cowen Architects
Collected Home
Collected Home
Marker Girl HomeMarker Girl Home
The sitting area is separate and narrow she wanted seating to sit in and relax to look at the lovely views of the garden. So I added a settee and storage ottoman both custom made with a side table and blue jar shaped lamp all complimenting the beautiful color palette in the garden.
Wayzata California Modern
Wayzata California Modern
Jim Kuiken DesignJim Kuiken Design
Completed Projects
Completed Projects
Regal Construction Group IncRegal Construction Group Inc
Manassas 15'x16' Sunroom Addition
Manassas 15'x16' Sunroom Addition
Post Designers & Builders/Division of Sundecks IncPost Designers & Builders/Division of Sundecks Inc
Cosy Modern Sunroom
Cosy Modern Sunroom
S.Flynn Design + BuildS.Flynn Design + Build
12Stones Photography

Small 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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