Are conservatories a trend… or a lifestyle…?
According to Mansion Magazine, “Home designers are turning to a time-honored transparent transition: the conservatory… These spectacular bespoke glasshouses were symbols of wealth from the 17th through the 19th centuries, [and have] become an integral architectural element in luxurious homes and high-rises around the globe”.
Nancy Ruhling, a writer for Mansion Magazine, interviewed Tanglewood President, Alan Stein, to understand why people are incorporating these unique structures into the design of their homes.
Why are people falling in love with conservatories and greenhouses?
When he and his wife, Nancy Virts, founded Tanglewood Conservatories over 26 years ago, they discovered this growing trend for the fascination of conservatories and greenhouses and our client’s desire to live in them. In their 26 years, the major shift they have seen is in their use; from traditional living spaces attached to the home to a more exotic space not only for living but for growing plants. Conservatories have become a part of their everyday lives, creating memories and living out their passions daily.
According to Alan, “Today, residential greenhouses are much more popular at the high end of the market than they were 15 to 20 years ago. As the desire for more organic and farm-to-table options grow, private residences are more open to growing their own herbs and edibles. You even have people passionate about gardening using greenhouses as a means to grow and maintain their exotic plant collections.”
As the conservatory lifestyle grows, designers, architects, and owners are incorporating these glass rooms as key design features when remodeling or designing new homes. Alan mentioned, “They add a magical sense—the light coming in from above allows you to see the room in a significantly different way… every element is exposed, it’s a piece of art, not just another room. And that is exactly why people are falling in love with the conservatory.”
So how are owners around the globe using these rooms?
Elegant steel and glass pool pavilion, which became the highlight of a large renovation project. Cast iron and aluminum details stylishly complement the work.
The conservatory is one of three focal pieces in the Pagoda Garden project conceptually designed by Gilkey and Jannopoulo. The project consists of different vignettes or “rooms” that present unique aspects of Asian design — a grouping of authentic Chinese Pagodas, a one of a kind koi pond, and a greenhouse in the conservatory style.
Designed and built using cast stone and copper, this unique garden bar is the focal point of every gathering.
Are you fascinated by the conservatory lifestyle? Call us today to talk about your vision for bringing this timeless piece of art to life. We look forward to working with you and your team.
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