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Conservatories are a very popular and relatively easy way of extending a home’s living space. They can give you all the benefits of being outside (natural light, a chance to spend time in your beautiful garden) without the disadvantages (changeable weather, creepy crawlies). Some people use their conservatory as an extra living room or dining room; others use it as a quiet room in which to relax and read in comfort. They are often added to houses as an alternative to buying a larger home and are by far the cheaper option, yet they can also add value to your property. Choosing a style of conservatory is very much down to personal choice, though the age and design of your home may influence your decision. Ultraframe sells a range of different styles of conservatory, and we will set out here a summary of each style to help you choose a conservatory that will meet your needs and be a place where you will love to spend time. There are nine types of conservatory styles. These are: 1. Lean to / Mediterranean Conservatory Also sometimes referred to as ‘sun rooms,’ lean-to conservatories are the most simple in design and as a result they have a contemporary, modern look. These are ideal for homes that have limited space beneath the eaves, and are often added to bungalows. This is because the steepness of the roof can vary according to how much space (or height) is available. Their design means that only three walls plus the roof need to be constructed, since the fourth wall is already in place (the existing wall of your house) so these are cheaper than some other designs of conservatory to construct. 2. Orangery Conservatory These are a cross between a conservatory and a traditional extension, since their walls are usually made from brick and the extent of the glazing can vary considerably. Some people choose to construct pillars (where traditional conservatories would have frames) and have glazing installed in between, whilst others prefer larger areas of brickwork and standard style windows fitted (still with a glazed roof). These offer more privacy than traditional conservatories, which is perhaps preferable if you are overlooked by neighbouring houses. 3. Victorian conservatory This is the most popular style of conservatory, perhaps because it suits pretty much any style of house. These look just as much at home on a new build as they do on a period property. They are designed with straight sides and a curved, or bay, front and usually have ornate details on the ridge. Modern Victorian conservatories are constructed with insulated glass and even under floor heating to help to moderate the temperature throughout the week. 4. Georgian conservatory This style of conservatory is similar to the Victorian style except that it has a flat front, so it is usually square or rectangular in shape, with a vaulted roof. 5. P-shape conservatory These work well with detached properties with large back gardens. These are a combination of a lean-to style and a Victorian style, with the lean-to part being built along one wall of your house and the Victorian part (with a bay front) coming away from the house and into the garden from one end of the lean-to. This style creates a lot of extra space without encroaching too much on the garden. 6. T-shape conservatory This is a similar style to the P-shape conservatory, except that the front end is flat rather than a bay style. 7. Large span/portal conservatory These are most commonly used to house swimming pools or spas that cannot fit within the main house (but that you do not want to be exposed to the elements outdoors). They are large structures made of glass and thin (but strong) frames. It is important that expert advice and support is sought when constructing this style of conservatory as the weight of the roof is considerable and needs a solid design to ensure that the sides will withstand that weight. 8. Lantern conservatory Lantern conservatories are so named because the shape of their roofs is similar to a traditional Chinese lantern, with a sloped roof leading up to a second ‘tier’ of roof, creating a beautiful shape that looks great from outside and in. They are available in brick or frame, but either will give you plenty of light and space. 9. Gable-end conservatory The front of these conservatories look like the gable-end of a house, hence their name, whilst the overall shape is rectangular or square, providing a large and simple area to furnish. Finally, if you want a really unique-looking conservatory, you could opt for Ultraframe’s Loggia style conservatory. Loggia conservatories have an Italian design with columns where traditional frames would be on a standard conservatory. Inside, they are very much like another room of the house, with plaster on the interior where the columns stand. The columns can be placed wherever you choose to suit the design of your home and the amount of light you want to see in your conservatory.
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