The decision to invest in a conservatory is not a small one. It represents a serious and considered choice to enhance your property. So, it needs to be thought about carefully and picking the right style of conservatory should always be a top priority. When shopping for top quality conservatories in Ipswich, ask questions, understand your options, and opt for a design which is likely to increase the value of your home.

It’s not always a simple process, especially with the wealth of choice on offer, but it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. With the help of the right construction company, you can create something that is both contemporary and unique. And, you’ll be kept in the loop at every stage of the build. It’s time to turn your dream into a reality and it’s time to do it now.

This guide to the most common conservatory styles will help you get to grips with some of the choices on offer.

Victorian

This is, in large parts of the country, the single most popular style of conservatory. It is admired for its versatility and classic look. The rounded front facets create a timeless aesthetic, without also leaving the extension with rough edges and hard features.

Edwardian

The Edwardian style of conservatory has a lot in common with its Victorian counterpart, but the difference is that there are no soft, rounded facets. This can, as already mentioned, give the build a more imposing look, but it also creates more floor space on the inside.

Double Hipped

You can get double hipped conservatories in Ipswich that come in either an Edwardian or a Victorian style. The double hipped aspect refers to the fact that they have a sloping roof to the rear. This is a design that is favoured for homes with slightly lower ceilings.

Lean To/Garden Room

The ‘lean to’ conservatory is very common in Britain, because it’s quite a simple build. It is efficient, economical, and cost effective. For a straightforward, unfussy extension, this is the right choice. Lean to builds have a single pitch roof and, even though they’re quite simple, they can incorporate a wide range of different aesthetics.

Pavilion/Gable Front

This style of conservatory is sometimes referred to as ‘gable front,’ because its obverse section looks like the gable of a house. It is another design that is great for freeing up as much floor space as possible. It also incorporates a fairly high ceiling and this is a good way to introduce plenty of natural light into the space.

Gull Wing

The gull wing style of conservatory features an angled section, attached to each side of the flat central section. You can choose how long you want this central section to be. Usually, homeowners who opt for the gull wing style combine it with an Edwardian or Victorian design.

Orangeries

The orangery is a lot like a conservatory, but it is not the same thing. There are some subtle, but important, differences. While conservatories are generally intended to look like an extension of the home (they blend with the existing style), orangeries are supposed to look distinct and separate. They were originally used as a place for viewing the garden (sometimes, actually incorporating it), rather than as a property extension.

To find out more about shopping for conservatories in Ipswich, visit Ironglaze today. Or, call 01473 40022 to speak to an expert and arrange an initial consultation.