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Traditional Conservatory with Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Western Reserve Farmhouse II: Orangery
Western Reserve Farmhouse II: Orangery
Pantuso ArchitecturePantuso Architecture
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Recent Photos
Plumb Line Construction and MasonryPlumb Line Construction and Masonry
Taylor Farm Project
Taylor Farm Project
Allan Homes Unlimited Inc.Allan Homes Unlimited Inc.
Appartement Edouard Vaillant
Appartement Edouard Vaillant
Batilde StudioBatilde Studio
Klassisch Wintergarten
Klassisch Wintergarten
Remodeling Project 5
Remodeling Project 5
Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.
The sunroom had an oversized entertainment center removed and replaced with a sleek, modern entertainment center. Windows were replaced and trim was painted and stained. Photos by Marie Martin Kinney; Design by N. Wirt Design, Inc.; General Contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.
Cape Cod Cottage
Cape Cod Cottage
Metzler Home BuildersMetzler Home Builders
New England Style Garden Room Extension
New England Style Garden Room Extension
Westbury Garden RoomsWestbury Garden Rooms
Large part-glazed vaulted ceiling brings in additional natural light
Shirley Woods Renovation
Shirley Woods Renovation
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build
Stacey Zarin-Goldberg
Simple in Sea Cliff
Simple in Sea Cliff
Packard Cabinetry of Sea CliffPackard Cabinetry of Sea Cliff
inside are the electronics to manage the professional sound system. the center speaker cloth is backed with subwoofer speaker.
Lake Drive Kitchen and Bathroom
Lake Drive Kitchen and Bathroom
LaBonte ConstructionLaBonte Construction
Sitting area by the fire overlooking Lake Michigan.
Sunroom Addition Wilmette
Sunroom Addition Wilmette
Benvenuti and SteinBenvenuti and Stein
The architectural beauty of this sunroom addition in Wilmette shines both inside and out. Precision millwork forms the octagonal shaped ceiling inside, while a decorative glass cupola adds to character to the space outside. An abundance of natural light comes in from all directions making it a restful retreat with views to the environment.
Colebrook by W.B. Homes, Inc.
Colebrook by W.B. Homes, Inc.
W.B. Homes, Inc.W.B. Homes, Inc.
The Cottage
The Cottage
Maloney Fine Building, Inc.Maloney Fine Building, Inc.
Open Space Living Area, Cary
Open Space Living Area, Cary
LK Design NCLK Design NC
The outdoor space accommodates four for a nice conversation or a morning coffee.
SW Portland (Oregon) Traditional Home Staging
SW Portland (Oregon) Traditional Home Staging
13 Design Lane Interiors13 Design Lane Interiors
The crown jewel of this home is the living room that extends into a sunroom. Photo by Laura Sabo
La Tour Manor
La Tour Manor
Anco BuildersAnco Builders
Ken Pamatat
BALMORAL
BALMORAL
Burgess KitchensBurgess Kitchens
Nathan Kovarskis
West Nyack - Sunroom Addition
West Nyack - Sunroom Addition
ROAM ArchitectureROAM Architecture
Sunroom, Laundry Room, and Office Addition
Sunroom, Laundry Room, and Office Addition
Balducci Additions & RemodelingBalducci Additions & Remodeling
Sunroom addition with lots of windows and a sectional sofa

Traditional Conservatory with Light 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.
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