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There is a wide variety of uses for oak orangeries, from the simple sun filled extra room to a home for a new swimming pool. Indeed, the reason can range from a need to beat the squeeze to a desire to indulge. In any case, most home owners want a style of orangery that reflects their personality, which is why there is no shortage in design options, both on the interior of the structure and the exterior. Of course, there is a luxurious quality about hardwood orangeries in the first place. The permanency that natural wood suggests married to the homely security offered by the robust structure of the extension, altogether creates a deeper sense of satisfaction. It is a somewhat different to that enjoyed in a wooden conservatory, which has a lighter structure that serves to bring the home into the garden. When it comes to the initial decision making stage, when the type of structure is to be chosen, the purpose of the extra space will have a major influence. For example, if it is to be used to extend the family kitchen, adopting the role as the chief dining area in the home, there may be a desire to maintain the traditional solid wall structure for that sense of family that comes with being indoors. Alternatively, if the principal material is glass, this can serve to open the home out, suiting perhaps a more leisurely purpose, such as a lounge or swimming pool. Space is, of course, a major consideration, and the classic structure of a rectangular orangery is not always possible. In smaller areas, one can have an elongated round structure designed to allow protrusion into a garden area while staying within the confines of a narrow area. The round design could become octagonal shaped to allow the inclusion of french doors in more than one facet, perhaps, and adding a rather sophisticated dimension to the overall look of the orangery. Externally, it is important that the design of any orangery matches that of the main house, with planning permission difficult to obtain if the overall visual effect is unbalance. Usually, the home owner desires a seamless expansion of the home anyway, so the exterior finish will match that of the main building, whether that be red brick or stone. For those who desire maximum daylight, solid oak frames are the best option, with this sturdy and durable material capable of complementing the principal building through an extensive range of coloured finishes. If painted, it is essential that the wood is treated with micro porous paint to allow the wood to breathe. Windows, doors and flooring are key to stamping an individual look on any room, and it is no different with an orangery. Bay windows can provide an extra sense of space, as well as a panoramic feel from within. Sash windows can add a sense of timelessness, while multi paned casement windows provide a sense of elegance, associated closely with the french doors that are so recognisable. For more elaborate designs, Gothic styled windows can provide a sense of the dramatic, making the room something more than simply an addition. The use of stained glass, even in small sections, in the window itself, can add further to the design, with the sun casting coloured light within the interior space. Of course, there is practically no limit to the images and designs depicted in the stained glass, whether it be biblical, a family crest, a special interest or simply artistic. Amongst the most popular door options are the use of french doors, for that touch of refined elegance. This style is, of course, closely associated with that used in a wooden conservatory, but it is equally impressive when used in an orangery, particularly when positioned between red brick supporting pillars and opening onto a patio or path. In more contemporary designs, and in hardwood orangeries especially, sliding folding doors are a popular option. This is mainly for practical reasons, with one full side of the structure opening up to accommodate the flow of guests at garden parties, perhaps, and provide greater ventilation on hot days. Even in smaller oak orangeries, the use of bi fold doors can produce the same effect while maintaining the impressive impact that genuine, solid oak frames provide. Kathryn Dawson writes articles for David Salisbury, a number one manufacturer and supplier of high-quality hardwood orangeries and oak orangeries exclusively from carefully selected timber. Having more than 25 years experience, David Salisbury has now satisfied and delighted thousands of customers as well as created some of the finest quality bespoke wooden conservatory, orangeries and garden rooms in the United Kingdom.
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