If you want to revamp your conservatory, knocking it down and putting up a new one isn’t the only option. There are many times when altering a few design details is all you need to do to give your conservatory a new look.
Here are 5 of our favourite new looks to give you some ideas.
1. Create a cosy nook
If you fancy something new, why not change your conservatory into a cosy area to unwind and relax in? This is particularly good use of your conservatory in the winter when you’ll probably want somewhere cosy to unwind when it’s cold and dark outside.
Use soft furnishings and lighting to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere in your conservatory. Comfy seating is vital – maybe a corner sofa or a few big, squashy armchairs. Ensure you’ve got plenty of cushions and blankets and invest in a few lamps. These will help to create a relaxing, warm environment.
2. Make a new dining-room
A conservatory can also make a brilliant dining-room. It’s the perfect place to get some sunshine while you’re eating, both in winter and summer. Plus, it’s great if you want to feel like you’re sitting outside but avoid bugs and flies.
If you’re considering turning your conservatory into a dining-room, it’s very important to get the best table. You don’t want anything too big – if you move around it easily then it’s not best use of your space. However, you also don’t want anything too tiny as it probably won’t be very practical. If you want to keep your conservatory flexible, think about getting an extendable or foldup table.
3. Get statement seating
An alternative way to give your conservatory a fresh new look is to get some statement seating. This could be a cosy pod, a swing or wall seating. This is a really effective way to create a new focal point in your conservatory and can give the impression that you’ve altered a lot more than you really have.
New seating can also change how you use your conservatory, so can be a good way to change things up a bit.
4. Create an inside garden
You can also change the appearance and feel of your conservatory by turning it into an indoor garden. Putting potted plants, vases of flowers and hanging baskets in your conservatory is an excellent way to give it a fresh new feel. It’ll also improve the air quality in your conservatory and make it a more peaceful place.
If you’re not feeling particularly green-fingered, there are other ways to bring nature into your conservatory. Purchase furnishings and fittings made from natural products like wood and clay. You can also choose natural tones like browns and greens. It won’t take much to give your conservatory a completely new feel.
5. Make your windows a feature
The big difference between your conservatory and the rest of the rooms in your home is the amount of glazing it has. Optimise this by turning your conservatory windows into a feature. Get some eye-catching blinds with strong patterns or colours, or paint your frames if possible. This will alter the feel of your conservatory and give it an original new look.
Try one or more of these 5 ideas and you could find that it’s all you need to give your conservatory a fresh new look.