skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
  1. Living
  2. Conservatory
  3. Floor Material: Dark Hardwood

Traditional Conservatory with Dark Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

All Filters (2)
Refine by:
41 - 60 of 834 photos
Item 1 of 3
Porch Windows
Porch Windows
Sunspace of PhillySunspace of Philly
2016 Spring Parade Dream Home
2016 Spring Parade Dream Home
TC Homebuilders IncTC Homebuilders Inc
Shultz Photo & Design
Campbell
Campbell
Summerour ArchitectsSummerour Architects
Asheville Whole House Remodel
Asheville Whole House Remodel
Judd BuildersJudd Builders
Elegant and Inviting Renovation
Elegant and Inviting Renovation
Cynthia Porche InteriorsCynthia Porche Interiors
Luscious Lee Industries chairs and custom shades and window treatments make this sitting room perfect for coffee and a book or a relaxing aperitif.
Greek Revival Restoration
Greek Revival Restoration
GULICK & Co.GULICK & Co.
New Residence in Lakeview
New Residence in Lakeview
Brian Gille Architects, Ltd.Brian Gille Architects, Ltd.
South Plaza First Floor
South Plaza First Floor
Stumpff HomeWorks, LLCStumpff HomeWorks, LLC
Whimsical Sunroom Retreat- Leesburg, VA
Whimsical Sunroom Retreat- Leesburg, VA
Lauren Maroney for Ethan Allen Sterling, VALauren Maroney for Ethan Allen Sterling, VA
Pinks, greens, golds, and creams keep this bright and airy Sunroom fresh. I framed the large picture windows with linen and gold embroidered draperies and mounted them on gold painted rods. A pink and cream diamond print on the four tufted chairs surround a pleated skirt cocktail ottoman upholstered a bold green and pink paisley, creating a cozy and symmetrical seating area.
Saddlebrook Estates - New Construction Townhomes in Bucks County
Saddlebrook Estates - New Construction Townhomes in Bucks County
W.B. Homes, Inc.W.B. Homes, Inc.
The sunroom features a nice space to relax and catch up on reading with access to a deck.
Lincoln Park Residence
Lincoln Park Residence
Eva Quateman InteriorsEva Quateman Interiors
Unique sunroom with a darker take. This sunroom features shades of grey and a velvet couch with a wall of windows. Werner Straube Photography
Waterfront at Parkside Homearama
Waterfront at Parkside Homearama
Sasser Construction L.C.Sasser Construction L.C.
Images in Light
Pelham Place
Pelham Place
Jo Cowen ArchitectsJo Cowen Architects
Riverside
Riverside
Daniel Conlon ArchitectsDaniel Conlon Architects
Fairfield County Award Winning Architect
South Hills Private Residence
South Hills Private Residence
Persinger & Associates General ContractorPersinger & Associates General Contractor
Porch Enclosure
Porch Enclosure
Deckscapes IncDeckscapes Inc
Rine Screen Porch
Rine Screen Porch
Bennett Construction CompanyBennett Construction Company
Sunroom home addition with white wood panel ceiling and dark hardwood floors.
Astoria
Astoria
BolsterBolster
Renovation of a single-family home in Astoria, Queens by Bolster Renovation in NYC. The updated home features a new entry with mudroom and sunroom area with light green paint and lots of light.
FINALIST 2019 HIA+ QIDA PROPERTY STYLING - Medium Residential Space
FINALIST 2019 HIA+ QIDA PROPERTY STYLING - Medium Residential Space
UserUser
Sitting Room - 2017 Westhaven Model Home - Mike Ford Homes
Sitting Room - 2017 Westhaven Model Home - Mike Ford Homes
Marty Paoletta PhotographyMarty Paoletta Photography
Sitting Room - 1962 Championship Blvd, Franklin, TN 37064, USA, Model Home in the Westhaven community, by Mike Ford Homes. Photography by Marty Paoletta

Traditional Conservatory with Dark Hardwood Flooring 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 traditional 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.
3
123456789Next Page
Ireland
Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.