Like the Gothic cathedrals of the Renaissance, sunrooms are built with the intent to bring in ample natural light. With large windows on the walls and ceiling, sunrooms are one of the brightest areas of the home. Just like any room in the home, sunrooms have their own furniture design scheme. There is no single way in which sunroom furniture should be set up. In fact, the furniture and its orientation is largely dependent on personal preference. Being that many sunrooms are enclosed, it is possible to use indoor furniture without fear of weather damages. Let’s look at some sunroom furniture ideas.
Letting in the Light
It is important to work with the natural tendencies of a sunroom, not against them. By nature, a sunroom wants to brighten its interior with light from the sun while allowing a clear and open view to the outside world. Avoid using tall furniture pieces such as tiered shelves and high back chairs which can obscure both light and visibility. If tall sunroom furniture is desired, place it along the windowless wall which attaches the sunroom to the house.
Create the Feel
A sunroom offers a unique combination of interior comfort with an outdoor feel. Sunroom owners should pick a theme and stick with it. For example, sunrooms which are designed with a patio theme can have only patio furniture. Indoor themed sunrooms have furniture pieces which are usually seen inside of the home such as in the living room. The bottom line: stick with a common theme, highlighting either an indoor or outdoor feel.
Indoor Themed Sunrooms
Sunrooms which are designed with interior furniture are built with comfort in mind. It is not uncommon to see couches, divans and coffee tables adorning a sunroom. Due to the fact that indoor sunroom furniture direct sunlight almost every day, it can be prudent to coat all furniture pieces in clear UV protector to prevent fading caused by sun damage. The most elaborate sunrooms are centered around custom structures like elaborate brick fireplaces. To promote conversation and liveliness among guests, ensure that all seats face the center of the room. Ideally, a centralized table and/or side table should be placed nearby for the setting of food and drinks.
Outdoor Themed Sunrooms
A sunroom with primarily outdoor themed furniture is designed only with patio furniture. These types of sunrooms have the feel of a patio with the added benefit of temperature control and protection from insects. Patio furniture does not have to be uncomfortable, in fact many pieces are designed with colorful and comfortable cushioning. Sunroom furniture comes in all styles and is made from materials like wicker, teak, aluminum, steel, and resin. Some of the most impressive sunrooms are equipped with indoor ponds and hanging/standing plants which further emphasize the feel of the outdoors.
Pools and Spas in Sunrooms
At some point, someone thought that installing a pool and/or spa into their sunroom would be a good idea, and they would in fact be right. Pool and spa themed sunrooms are centered around the crystal clear waters of an indoor protected pool. Low maintenance and equipped with heaters, these sunroom water works are ideal for swimming at any time of the year. Flooring in these sunrooms is made of waterproof materials like ceramic tile or decking. The furniture consists of poolside seating and group dining tables. The sun shining through the sunroom’s windows allows for indoor tanning which is an added bonus.
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