Wooden Conservatories

A hand-crafted wooden conservatory has a fully glazed roof and is typically pitched to let the maximum amount of light into the room below. It is typically housed on a dwarf brick base, with the sides fully glazed. Shaped by a love of gardening and advances in heating and glass technologies, homeowners once built conservatories dedicated to nurturing exotic plants and, on occasion, even animals.

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Nowadays, wooden conservatories are seldom used for this purpose, though they can still create a considered space for connecting with nature. More often, they serve as formal dining areas or occasional sitting rooms for enjoying views of the garden. With the right design and setting, a conservatory extension can help blur the line between garden and home.

A wooden conservatory does not have to be plain by design. Lanterns, eaves and coloured glass can be incorporated to add character and architectural interest. The vaulted glass ceilings and sense of space create a bright, open feel.

Furthermore, a wooden conservatory does not have to be white. We recommend at least an off-white finish to reduce glare and add depth to the mouldings, and a carefully selected exterior colour to complement your home.

Our conservatory designers are able to offer advice and guide you through the complete decision-making process, whether you’re exploring early conservatory ideas or planning a more modern conservatory approach.