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SELECT PLANTTHEMED FABRICS

The fern-patterned blinds in this conservatory give a nod to the Victorian plant lovers who first built these structures.

KEEP IT PLAIN AND SIMPLE

Roman blinds in a neutral fabric with chair covers to match ensures focus on the view through the glass.

GO FOR A CORNER

Tucking a conservatory between a garden wall and the house makes an excellent feature in a little-used corner.

NEED TO KNOW CONSERVATORY ESSENTIALS

UPVC is great for low maintenance affordability.

TIMBER has a whole host of sustainable qualities and is generally a lot more environmentally-friendly. Timber can also be painted in many different finishes.

ALUMINIUM is one for the lover of sleek, minimalist style. It’s also known for its strength and anti-corrosion.

HOW TO PLAN

n While adding a single storey extension or a conservatory to your house may be considered ‘permitted development’, meaning you do not need to apply for planning permission, larger structures are likely to require it. About 85% of conservatories need planning permission.

n As a guide, permission is required if it extends more than three metres from the rear of the house if it’s attached; or if more than four metres if detached, more than single storey or if the property is listed.