Although often associated with the indoor cultivation of citrus fruits, the name Orangery actually originates from William of Orange's desire to grow exotic plants (including, no doubt, oranges!) at Hampton Court Palace way back in the 17th Century. Traditionally, Orangeries have also been used as dining rooms and kitchen extensions due to the light, airy ambience they create.

Although an orangery is still predominantly glass, it is normally a more imposing structure having taller windows and more brickwork or stonework together with flat roof areas. The roof invariably will have one or more lantern lights set into it and the eaves will often feature intricate cornicing.

By its nature, the orangery provides more insulation in the roof, base and walls and, therefore, tends to have less fluctuation in temperature. Combined with the use of specialist glasses or polycarbonates, the outside climate, whether it be a heatwave or a cold snap, will not affect your Orangery as the ideal venue for candlelit meals all year round.

With a Cornhill Orangery you have the ultimate choice of building materials. The windows, doors and lantern roof can be constructed in Hardwood, Aluminium or PVC-U (or, indeed, a combination of all three!) and whichever you choose you can rest assured that your new room will adhere to the very latest Building Regulations.

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