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Winter Warmers: Sunrooms Built to Let the Light in
Author: Joanna Tovia Date Posted:29 June 2014
These glorious sunrooms are designed to warm your toes and soothe your woes
Is there anything more wonderful than curling up under a cosy throw in the warm winter sun? Done well, sunrooms encourage you to unwind and leave your worries behind – they’re a retreat from the everyday and just right for a lazy afternoon with the weekend paper. These sunrooms get it right in terms of passive solar design and sit-back-and-relax decor – just what you need to inspire a sunbathed room at your house.
Warm and welcoming. Colour can make the difference between a feel-good sunroom that invites you in and one that is abandoned in favour of another room in the house. The warm tones and ultra-comfortable seating in this sunroom encourage you to sit, put your feet up and stay a while.
View point. This sunroom may not be drenched in colour but the natural timber warms it up just enough without detracting from that stunning outlook.
Sky light. If you’re thinking of creating a sunroom at your house, a ceiling like this could usher in an abundance of northern sun. Opt for double-glazed glass and your sunroom will stay toasty all winter long.
Formal air. Sunrooms can take on any style you’d like. This furniture arrangement is traditional but just as inviting as more casual set-ups. Best of all, the lighting and fireplace mean this room will look just as cosy come nightfall.
Shady character. Letting the sun in is one thing; letting too much sun in is quite another. Light roman blinds keep rays at bay if it gets too hot, and these are perfectly placed to keep out the heat but let in the light. Indoor greenery means you’ll never feel hemmed in.
Flexible living. Enclosing a verandah can create an instant sunroom, especially if it captures the northern and western sun. A sunroom can be used for far more of the year than an open verandah that may have to contend with windy weather, insects, noise and chilly temps.
Window work. A vaulted ceiling can be one way to drench a room in sun, while still allowing it to feel light and airy. High ceilings also make sunrooms inhabitable even in the not-so-chilly months – the hot air rises comfortably out of reach.
Hidden extra. If your backyard has the space to accommodate a sunroom, seek the advice of an architect before you go any further – architects can be invaluable in coming up with a design that blends in seamlessly with the rest of your home. It doesn’t always have to look as if it’s always been there – a modern addition can still work well against a more historic abode.
