Just because you have a small garden, doesn’t mean your dreams of owning a conservatory should be crushed. It really is possible to integrate a stunning extension into all kinds of gardens with some clever design and well thought out planning.
Lean-To: The Space-Saving Champion
Finally, lean-to conservatories sit well on the margin of narrow gardens providing generous interior space for their garden footprint. They won’t take up a lot of garden space – just be built against your home’s existing wall, they radiate outward in the most effective way. Today, lean-to designs are much more than rectangular boxes with an angled front – roof lines can be gently curved for even a little style.
Corner Conservatories: Maximising Awkward Spaces
These are the challenging spots where corner conservatories do what they’re built for; transforming tiny spaces to unbelievably large interiors. They work well on L-Shaped plots or houses with narrow side returns that don’t give off enough room for rear extension.
Go Vertical with Dwarf Walls
In tight spaces, every inch of height can be critical. Double height glazing tops the conservatories, opening them up with a full-height feel that can be flooded by natural light. Whilst low brick or stone bases (dwarf walls) can give a bit of seclusion from neighbouring properties, that open airy touch is still retained. For Gloucester Conservatories, visit //www.firmfix.co.uk/conservatories-near-me/gloucester/
Multi-Functional Design is Key
Small conservatories must work harder. Make yours a multi-functional space that changes with how you use it everyday. Clever furniture and flexible storage solutions allow for the use of one location at different times a day as morning coffee, afternoon home office or evening dining room. Think built-in seats with concealed storage, or shelve away tables that only take up floor space when in use.
Roof Style Matters
Pitched roofs provide for extra internal height and visual space than flat designs. Hip-end styles are more suitable against bungalows or single-storey extensions. Polycarbonate is a light and durable material that offers far better insulation, so while glass roofs might capture more light they could also make your little sized conservatory cold again very quickly as it bleeds out heat.
Bi-Fold Doors: Indoor-Outdoor Living
Bi-fold doors that open onto the rest of your outdoor space will blend indoor and out, making both spaces feel bigger.
Planning Permission Advantages
Most small conservatories are covered by permitted development rights so they save the long process of planning applications. Bear in mind though, to consult your local authority regarding boundary distances and overheight restrictions prior to committing designs.
Just because you have a small garden doesn´t mean you can’t aim for big things. You need careful planning, and with small conservatories it could be the most precious space of your home.
