Orangeries
The orangery is the forerunner to the conservatory and dates back to the 17th Century. Originally, orangeries were designed to protect valuable and exotic plants and fruits during the winter months. Early orangeries had large windows and doors within a stone building. Today, orangeries retain a unique character that sets them apart from conservatories, but the distinction between a conservatory and orangery has evolved over time and now orangeries are generally defined as having one or more lantern roofs.
Our bespoke hardwood orangeries work equally well in both traditional and contemporary settings and offer a stylish alternative to a standard house extension. They are wonderfully light and airy spaces due to the lantern roofs as well as being cosy and inviting in the winter. For this reason orangeries provide unique multi-purpose living space and are frequently used as kitchen extensions. Recently we have seen a significant growth in popularity - customers who might have opted for a conservatory are now just as likely to choose an orangery.
