Of all the popular conservatory designs you are likely to see in people’s homes, the lean to is going to be one of the most popular. This is mostly due to the low cost and simplistic structure which easy to assemble. These conservatories are also popular with homeowners who only have limited amounts of space available in their gardens. There are several other conservatory designs that differ from the lean to conservatory considerably, each with its own individual features that will be attractive to different customers. Many of these designs are based on lean to conservatory plans, and are evolutions of them. We will take a look at some of the most popular alternatives here so you are able to get a brief idea of what other options are currently available to you.

Victorian Conservatories

Victorian designs will have a hipped roof and one end which has a rounded appearance. The rounding effect is achieved with the use of either three or five faucets. These faucets can be of equal size, or the front can be wider than the others. Along with lean to conservatory designs, Victorian conservatories are some of the most popular choices today. In many areas the Victorian will always be seen most frequently. The aesthetic appeal of these designs seems to appeal to a very wide range of customers.

Edwardian Conservatories

Edwardian designs look very much like lean to conservatories. They are rectangular in shape, giving them a similar feel to that of the other rooms in your home. The shape also ensures that you are able to use the maximum amount of space inside the conservatory, none of it is wasted by curved sections. Unlike lean to conservatories, Edwardians have pitched roofs with a ridge in the centre. For many homeowners this makes them a more attractive version of the lean to.

P-Shaped Conservatories

These structures will take the form of the letter ‘P’ when viewed from above. The design is a versatile one allowing for many different uses. Because a P-shaped conservatory can often feel like two separate sections, many people see this as an opportunity to get two additional rooms for their home while only paying for one structure. P-Shaped designs are typically large and will take up substantial garden space.

Gable Conservatories

The Gable design is a variation on the Edwardian. Instead of a roof which is pitched on all four sides, the front and rear ends have a gable, creating a dramatic visual effect. When viewed from the front, a Gable conservatory roof will take the same form as the roofs on many churches, with a triangular section that is flat at the front and back, but pitched on both sides.

Bespoke Conservatories

A bespoke conservatory will be the most expensive option. These are designed specifically to your individual needs and can be completely customised, they will take aspects from all of the popular conservatory plans mentioned above. Bespoke designs are popular on unusual or tricky sites, and also with homeowners who want to stand out and know their conservatory is truly unique to them.