Small Orangery Extension Ideas: Transforming Your Space with Elegance

When we think of the term Orangery we often think of traditional and ornate buildings used in part for entertaining but also often used to cultivate plants. This is no surprise as the original use for orangeries was for the cultivation of Citrus (Orange) trees. Today the landscape has evolved to an wide range of styles and designs. A popular choice for those considering an alternative to a conservatory. The modern orangery has become a much more integral part of the home used for day to day living.

1. Traditional Orangeries:

Traditional orangeries are generate constructed from brick of store with decorative windows and mouldings. The pitched roof lantern takes centre stage giving these often small space a greater feeling of space and flooding the room with an abundance of light.

Traditional orangery with timber alternative windows and doors.

Traditional orangery with timber windows and doors.

2. Contemporary Orangeries:

Sleek and minimal lines are what separate contemporary orangeries from there traditional influences. Often with larger amounts of glazing and simpler roof lanterns with larger panels of glass an a lack or ornate detailing. The contemporary orangery is a becoming increasing popular with owners of newer properties that want to add a little more space to existing living areas.

Modern Orangery with dual pitched roof lights

Traditional Orangery with Crittall screens and traditional brickwork.

3. Bespoke Orangery:

For those with a very specific vision we are able to accommodate bespoke designs. Increased glass sizes, unusual shapes, structural roof glazing and more, with such a wide product range and the introduction of our structural glass range there is little you cannot achieve with glazing in todays world creating unlimited possibilities for design.

All glass Orangery with timber look windows and doors.

Traditional orangery with modern windows and entrance door.

4. Victorian Orangeries:

Victorian orangeries are influenced by the eclectic revivals of historic architecture with detailed brickwork and accessories. Glazed roof sections often featuring curved glass as well as detailed stained glass. Closer in design to the conservatory ornate timber work such as columns, finials and decorative moulding often features.

Traditional garden room for silent disco.

Traditional pitched garden room with Crittall screen and pool.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, small orangery extensions offer a versatile way to expand your living space while enhancing the functionality of your home. With modern products you can now create the look of yesteryear with enhanced energy efficiency or alternatively create something completely unique without structural glazing taking inspiration from the traditional orangeries of the past. One thing is for sure adding an orangery to your existing space is sure to add value to your home and make day to day living more enjoyable, as well as connecting your indoor and outdoor spaces through the use of glazing.