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Conservatory interiors can be dressed in timber is generally considered the
a wide variety of styles from very formal and traditional choice, either Douglas Fir,
classical to the prettier and more casual Cedar or some of the more stable
country look which is very popular at the hardwoods. Incorporating metal into the
moment. The contemporary look is also in roof structure will give additional strength
vogue, and it has been considered by and stability and there are some very
many to put a very modern glazed structure clever roof systems around.
onto a period house. However, trends However large or small the project by
change and as a conservatory is expected choosing a company with a solid
to be around for several decades, it is a engineering and design background, and
mistake to make the current trend the basis one who has been in business for a
for all work carried out on a property. respectable period of time – can ensure
Bear in mind also that a contemporary design and build problems will be ironed
approach is not to everyone’s taste and a out. Make sure you and your clients visit
modern conservatory maybe considered the manufacturing facilities of the
an eyesore. companies you have shortlisted, and
Personal tastes and approaches in prepare yourself with all the questions you
style can be applied in the final need to ask. A company should be
decoration and interior design. Some of proud to show you how and where their
our customers have been quite structures are built and alleviate any
adventurous in their choice of colour for concerns or queries you may have.
inside and out, with stunning results. Many projects these days will require
Similarly, the current trend for clean lines Planning Permission or Listed Building
and minimal furniture does not look out of Consent (if you are working on a listed
place in a period home. Whatever the property), some companies will obtain
next fad is, paint and furniture can be any necessary permissions for you as
altered with no lasting damage. part of their remit. Similarly some
Small, dark or uninteresting areas can companies will also handle all the
be transformed by the introduction of a building work required from foundations
rooflight or lantern. A sense of space is through to tile laying.
achieved by the influx of light and the Attention to detail will pay large rewards
room enhanced by the addition of this – a well designed conservatory will
architectural feature. provide a wonderful lifestyle addition for
Glazed buildings and rooflights can be bridging the interior of the home to the
constructed in either timber or metal but world outside.
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