Victorian LIVin Room Orangery With Aluminium Cornice

Location: Ferndown, Dorset

Project Background

Our clients, homeowners in Ferndown, Bournemouth, desired an orangery that blended the classic elegance of Victorian design with contemporary features for enhanced functionality and aesthetics. Their primary goal was to create a timeless space that complemented their traditional home while incorporating modern elements to ensure durability and ease of maintenance.

Our Solution

To meet the clients’ vision, Richard Thomas crafted a bespoke solution that seamlessly merged Victorian design elements with modern enhancements, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and functional benefits.

Design and Integration

Our design team meticulously planned the orangery to reflect Victorian architectural influences while incorporating modern features. Key elements included:

  • Victorian Design Influences: The orangery featured ornate detailing and a classic silhouette characteristic of Victorian architecture, ensuring a timeless and elegant look.
  • Modern Aluminium Elements: The use of aluminium for the external guttering cornice provided a sleek, durable, and low-maintenance solution that seamlessly blended with the traditional design.
  • Internal Plastered Pelmet: This feature added a contemporary touch, offering a clean, finished look and housing LED lighting to create a warm and inviting ambience.
  • Flush Casement Windows: The inclusion of modern flush casement windows enhanced the orangery’s functionality, providing excellent insulation and ease of operation while maintaining a classic appearance.

Client Satisfaction and Benefits

The completed Victorian orangery exceeded the clients’ expectations, delivering a perfect blend of classic elegance and modern functionality. The combination of Victorian design influences with modern aluminium elements and flush casement windows resulted in a visually stunning and highly functional space that could be enjoyed year-round.

Key Benefits

Timeless Aesthetic: The Victorian design influences ensured the orangery harmonised beautifully with the historic architecture of the clients’ home.

Modern Durability: The use of aluminium elements provided a durable, low-maintenance solution that complemented the traditional design.

Enhanced Comfort: The internal plastered pelmet and flush casement windows contributed to a comfortable and energy-efficient living space, suitable for year-round use.

Increased Usability: The modern features enhanced the overall functionality of the orangery, making it a versatile and inviting space for relaxation and entertainment.

Conclusion

This case study highlights Richard Thomas’s expertise in integrating traditional design with modern functionality to create stunning orangeries. By carefully blending Victorian design influences with contemporary elements, we delivered a bespoke solution that exceeded the clients’ expectations. This project showcases our commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and client satisfaction, reaffirming our position as a leader in home improvement and architectural design.

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