Conservatory Furniture Ideas To Bring The Outdoors In

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Conservatory furniture ideas: casual dining

This is a really cleverly layered conservatory for casual dining – the addition of seat cushions, throws and wonderful soft furnishings make sitting in a conservatory a more comfortable experience.

Pictured: All textiles at ILIV

Conservatory furniture ideas: coastal themes

Conservatory furniture ideas: potting table

For the keen gardener. Turning a conservatory into a potting room gives you the chance to indulge in your hobbies and create a personal and peaceful retreat. "Plants help to breathe life into a room and make a space feel welcoming and inviting," says Maxine Brady, interior stylist, TV Presenter and ConservatoryLand collaborator. "Make sure you choose plants that thrive in sunny spaces and style them into your conservatory in a creative way. You could try hanging a pole from your ceiling and then add hanging plants. Or you can train climbing plants to grow up your windows and walls for jungle vibes."

Pictured: Hedera Fabric at Sanderson Design Group

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Conservatory furniture ideas: bistro table

If you have a small conservatory, a compact bistro table makes for a great dining solution. Go for a handy set of table and chairs that fold up to store them out of sight when not in use.

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Conservatory furniture ideas: a second living space

Approach the design of your conservatory as you would any other room. It will benefit from rugs underfoot, table lamps and coffee tables much in the way your living room would. The furniture here has been cleverly selected to sit low to the floor to offer unobstructed views beyond.

Pictured: Garden room designed by OKA

Conservatory furniture ideas: wild motifs

The Cath Kidston x DFS collection is the perfect choice for conservatories, full of sofas, footstools and cushions blooming with illustrations of classic British wild flowers, and bucolic meadow scenes. The XL area rug is a great addition here too. “Using an outdoor rug in an indoor setting can help to bridge the gap between the inside and outside," says Daniel Prendergast from The Rug Seller. "Because they are durable and easy to clean, they are ideal for high traffic areas and can also add a homely finishing touch to a conservatory or sun room. An outdoor rug or runner placed near your patio doors will also help to stop dirt being walked into your house."

Pictured: Cath Kidston Printmaker Sofa at DFS

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Conservatory furniture ideas: a compact WFH space

A mini home office is a great addition to a conservatory, providing a revitalising connection to the outdoors. Consider the angle of sunlight when placing your computer screen – a blind is a great way to shield the glare on a video call. Being able to look out over the garden is sure to inspire creativity.

Conservatory furniture ideas: how to do storage

You may not consider a conservatory as a natural spot for storage, but it can be a useful way to free up space in your main living areas. Rustic storage works well in conservatories – a wicker basket, stacked boxes or a weathered metal crate shown here that doubles as a side table. The choice of dark paint is a wise one. "Conservatories get a lot of sunlight, so they naturally can take dark or rich colours," says Maxine. "You could try a paint wash on your walls for a rustic look or a cheerful tone like peach with painted chairs for a joyful scheme."

Pictured: Walls painted in Green Smoke at Farrow & Ball

Conservatory furniture ideas: window seat

If there is one thing you have ample access to in a conservatory, it's windows. A window seat is a really lovely spot to while away hours in proximity to nature and offers a spot for patterned cushions and throws. Even better if they can contain hidden storage underneath.

Pictured: Hampton Trellis Wallpaper at Sanderson

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Conservatory furniture ideas: robust materials

In terms of materials, rattan, stone and stainless steel make sensible choices in a conservatory. "Look for comfortable and versatile furniture pieces that can withstand both indoor and outdoor conditions," says Matthew Currington, the Technical Director of The Lighting Superstore. "To make the most of an indoor-outdoor space, opt for durable materials such as rattan, wicker, or aluminium that can be used year-round."

Conservatory furniture ideas: dining room

Large conservatories that can take a dining table and chairs are the perfect spot for entertaining. In these instances, it is well worth running electricity lines from your home to provide heating and lighting, in addition to insulation so it can be used year round.

Pictured: Teramo Dining Table and Heritage Windsor Chairs, all at Ercol

Conservatory furniture ideas: corner sofa

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Conservatory furniture ideas: bureau

Conservatory furniture ideas: blinds

A final thought on blinds, as there is little point in investing in conservatory furniture without first considering how to create a pleasant space all year round. "This is where shades, curtains and blinds come into play," say Maxine. "You’ll need adjustable shades up above that filter bright lights into the room on sunny days. Then window blinds to help you create a cosy environment during the evenings (handy if you want privacy when entertaining in this room)."

Pictured: Pleated Roof Awnings in Chintz Barley at Thomas Sanderson

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