The more welcoming and stylish your conservatory is, the more likely you are to make the most of the space. Although the exact furnishings and accessories you opt for will vary depending on how you plan to use the space, there are a few general rules you can follow to ensure your conservatory is as […]
These days, conservatories are designed to be as energy efficient and affordable to run as possible. Modern materials and improved building practices mean that high quality conservatories are almost as energy efficient as solidly built homes. However, this wasn’t always the case. Older conservatories weren’t necessarily built to the same standards, and age will have […]
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Orangeries, conservatories, and garden rooms form the meeting point of the inside and outside of your property. Full of light and offering great views over your garden – these versatile spaces can make a fantastic addition to any home. As @idealhome says, “It’s a room designed for pleasure, where you can make the most of […]
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Adding a conservatory or orangery to your property is a great way to increase its value, boost your useful living space, and make your home more versatile. Available in a huge variety of styles and sizes, both orangeries and conservatories can make great additions to properties of all types. If you live in a bungalow […]
Adding an orangery to your home is a fantastic way to increase your living space and create a versatile and stylish new room. Light, bright, and affordable, orangeries can be used as dining rooms, social spaces and even kitchens. This gives you a huge variety of options when it comes to styling your brand new […]
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Compared to other elements of house building, the conservatory is the new kid on the block. Dating back just a few hundred years, these elegant glass structures were once solely the privilege of the wealthy. Today however, conservatories are a staple of the modern British home. Providing valuable extra living space and versatile square footage, […]
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Conservatories are often thought of as purely summer spaces, and although there are few things better than relaxing in a stylish conservatory on a warm, sunny day, these versatile living areas can actually be incredibly useful throughout the year. However, if you want to use your conservatory during the winter months, you need to ensure […]
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Adding valuable square feet and a stylish designer touch to your home, building a conservatory can be a fantastic way to enhance your property and get that little bit more from your living space. As they’re built from scratch, conservatories come in a huge variety of different shapes and sizes. From small, bijoux add-ons to […]
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Whether you’re selling up or improving your property for your own use, enhancing its efficiency and creating kerb appeal are likely to be high on your list of priorities. There are many ways you can improve your home. Some will add less value than they cost, but others will prove to be worthwhile upgrades. Installing […]
The conservatory provides a stunning way to increase the living space available within your home and to bring the outside in, particularly beneficial during the upcoming summer months. Conservatory design has evolved dramatically over the years, and the products you see today are a far cry from the earliest glass houses of the 13th century. […]
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