Top 5 decor tips and tricks that will turn your conservatory into a space you’ll love all year long.
These styling ideas will help you turn your conservatory into a beautiful (and useful) addition to your home, adding space, light, and value.
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How To Turn your Conservatory Into a Usable Room in 5 steps
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Many homeowners find that while they have a conservatory in their home, there are many days when it is unusable because it can be too hot in the summer or too cold in the winter. And noise can also be a consideration as the sound of rain falling heavily onto a glass roof can be quite loud, making it difficult to hear each other during a conversation.
Traditionally separated from the main house, classic conservatory or sunrooms remain popular add-ons to our home, particularly to a period property. Recently, there is a modern approach to the design of conservatories, in the form of a flexible, fully integrated open-plan spaces which are becoming increasingly popular. As a multi-functional space, a conservatory can accommodate a variety of key room types, including the kitchen, living room or dining area.
So whether you opt for a conservatory design that is classic or contemporary, be sure it works in harmony with both your home’s exterior and adjoining rooms.
Now you need to consider how to maximise this space to make it the most hard working room in your home. Read my tips to discover how below!
1 BE CREATIVE WITH YOUR DECOR
Conservatories are often an afterthought as you pass through on the way to the garden. What you need to do is decorate the space to make it feel like an integrated part of the house using colour and accessories.
You don’t have to go for neutrals or green shades, you can go as wild as you like with bold colours, patterns and tiled floors Conservatories get a lot of sunlight, so they naturally can take dark or rich colours. Or even a bold wallpaper that will add pattern to your conservatory.
You could try a paint wash on your walls for a rustic look or a cheerful tone like peach with painted chairs for a joyful scheme.
Let your imagination run wild!
2 MAKE IT A MULTI-FUNCTIONAL Room
When choosing furniture for your conservatory, zone the space to turn it into a multi-functional room.
Whether that means creating a social space for entertaining, reading nook, a playroom for children or a home working space, by arranging the room with your furniture will allow you to use this space all year round. Create corners for different functions so that you can use your conservatory all day long.
Rugs are a great way to zone your conservatory (and will keep you cosy underfoot).
One way to make your conservatory more functional is to install an electric fireplace, log burner or underfloor heating for cosy vibes! Think about how to make the space work harder throughout the colder months.
You can also use lamps to help zone your space. tall standard lamps, table lamps and wall lights are a practical way to illuminate your conservatory in the evenings.
3 LAYER YOUR WINDOW TREATMENTS
One issue with conservatories is that they can be too bright in the summer and too cold in the winter. This is where shades, curtains and blinds come into play. You’ll need adjustable shades up above that filter bright lights into the room on sunny days.
Think about layering your window treatments to make the space work harder.
Window blinds to help you create a intimate environment during the evenings (handy if you want privacy when entertaining in this room). And to keep your space feeling warm and cosy, you’ll want to hang curtains up at the windows and doors that you can draw in the winter months for the perfect temperature.
You can always fit outdoor shades outside too that will give protection from the sun when stepping in and out of your conservatory.
4 ADD CLEVER STORAGE
Stop your conservatory becoming the dumping ground of the house by investing in lots of clever storage solutions to keep clutter at bay.
It’s worth investing in decent storage to keep your conservatory feeling organised. You could have a shelving unit that will hold books, vases and accessories, making an attractive display space. Built-in storage seating is ideal for stashing away blankets and outdoor cushions. Or you could place a sideboard in there to store dinnerware and cutlery for when you’re entertaining. And large baskets for toys, books or games.
Keeping your conservatory clutter free will make sure this space stays neat and tidy – rather than a dumping ground.
5 POWER OF PLANTS
Our leafy friends love conservatory spaces! They are also a great way to add natural colour and texture to your space too.
Plants help to breathe life into a room and make a space feel welcoming and inviting. Make sure you choose plants that thrive in sunny spaces and style them into your conservatory in a creative way.
You could try hanging a pole from your ceiling and then add hanging plants. Or you can train climbing plants to grow up your windows and walls for jungle vibes.
How To Turn your Conservatory Into a Usable Room in 5 easy steps
These simple ideas will encourage you to use your conservatory all year round, making this room the heart of your home. Let me know what you think below!
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