Give the room a purpose
Start by imagining an ordinary day in the space. Will it be a dining room, a reading corner, a place to work or somewhere the family gathers? A clear purpose makes decisions about size and layout easier.
Sketch where the furniture might go and leave enough space to move around it. The footprint on a plan can feel very different once a table, sofa and door openings are included.
Follow the light
Notice how sunlight moves across the back of your home throughout the day. The direction of the garden and any nearby shade affect how a glazed space feels.
Glazing, roof design, shading and ventilation should be discussed together. Explain how you want to use the room in different seasons rather than choosing each element separately.
Think about the rooms next door
An addition changes the spaces it connects to as well as creating a new room. Consider existing windows, access to the garden and how much daylight reaches the adjoining room.
Door positions influence the route through the house. Try to keep that route practical, especially when the new space is furnished.
Bring your questions to the first conversation
Photographs, rough dimensions and examples of spaces you like are useful starting points. You can also share what has frustrated you about other conservatories you have used.
Project requirements and permissions depend on the property and proposed design. Get those checked for your specific plans before any work begins.
