Spacious Greenhouse

47–70 m²

Generous open interior

Plenty of growing space

Beds, pots, propagation and climbing crops

Space to relax

Dining table, lounge setting or studio beside growing areas

Personalised features

Doors, ventilation, colour and optional flue opening

Versatile growing areas

For growing several crops, the area offers enough flexibility to group plants by growth habit, care needs and harvest time. Tall climbers should be placed to cast as little shade as possible over other plants and not obstruct roof vents or doors. Low beds and propagation areas are easier to inspect, water and harvest when close to regularly used work routes.

Garden living

A dedicated area can be set up for eating, relaxing or working without the orangery losing its greenhouse character. Choose a location not crossed by irrigation hoses or routes for wet soil. Easy-care surfaces suited to the greenhouse climate make cleaning simpler. Furniture and textiles should withstand temperature changes, high humidity and strong sun, or be stored somewhere dry when needed.

Generous interior for plants and relaxation

Space for tall crops; allow for door height when bringing in large plants and furniture

Designed for the large glazed structure

Clear safety glazing for abundant light and an open view

Choose a single or double version to suit the main route, large pots and furniture

Integrated ventilation and rainwater-drainage components; the optional flue opening can form part of separately planned heating

Summer ventilation

On long sunny days, the large glass area warms quickly. For effective air exchange, warm air must be able to rise freely towards the roof vents while cooler air enters through the doors. Position tall shelving and densely trained climbers so they do not block this continuous air path. Avoid creating a dense canopy directly beneath the ridge.

Roof vents and sliding doors work together as the natural ventilation system. Access to operate them must remain clear, even once plants have grown substantially through summer. Temperature is not the only consideration when ventilating: after watering or among dense planting, airflow helps remove excess moisture. At the same time, avoid unnecessary cold draughts directly over young plants. Use openings according to weather, time of day and the plants inside.

Seasonal shading can reduce leaf scorch and make the seating area more comfortable on very bright days. It should work where needed without permanently darkening the entire orangery. Portable or temporary solutions can be adjusted to sun position and individual crops. Ensure fixings do not damage glass or frame and that roof vents can still open freely.

Winter use

Anyone wishing to overwinter citrus or sensitive collector plants should first establish each plant's minimum temperature. This determines whether frost protection alone or a higher temperature is needed. The large glass area can require significant energy, so plants with similar warmth needs should be grouped together rather than heavily heating the entire orangery without a specific need. Remove dead leaves and water from saucers regularly.

Any planned heating should be matched to the plants that need protection, rather than only the seating area. Dense planting and tall furniture must not obstruct heat distribution or access to controls. Electrical wiring and equipment in the damp greenhouse environment must be designed and installed by appropriately qualified professionals.

Even with heating planned, the orangery remains a glazed greenhouse rather than a fully insulated living room. Temperatures can vary markedly between day and night, and between floor level and the ridge. Expectations for an occasional coffee break are therefore different from those for frost-free overwintering of valuable plants. Separating these goals helps you plan heating periods and plant positions to suit actual needs.

Flooring and wide paths

A large glazed room needs a durable, permanently level floor build-up that supports gardening and relaxing alike. Before work begins, decide which areas will be open-planted, paved or used for mobile pots. Work zones should tolerate soil and watering; the seating area needs a level, load-bearing base for tables and chairs. Materials and construction must suit the foundation plan and intended water drainage.

Wide main paths make it easier to move soil, pots, equipment and furniture. Their location should be fixed before beds or services are installed. In addition to path width, allow for the side opening areas of sliding doors, curves and manoeuvring space. Hand trolleys and mobile planting tables need more room than one person, especially when changing direction. A direct work route also reduces soil and watering in the seating area.

The finished surface should be slip-resistant and easy to clean; water must not pool around furniture or the base frame. Transitions between paved paths and open planting areas should have no trip edges. Tools, hoses and cables need fixed storage places or orderly routing. This keeps paths and sliding doors clear even during intensive gardening.

Rainwater and garden watering

The large roof area collects considerable water in rain. It is therefore not enough simply to place a container beside the greenhouse. Plan the route from integrated gutters to storage, a controlled overflow and drainage for times when storage is full. Water must neither undermine the foundation nor run across main paths. Removable or accessible connections make cleaning easier if leaves and other debris obstruct the inlet.

After commissioning, check during heavy rain that all connections are watertight, the overflow drains freely, and no water remains around the foundation or paths.

Collected rainwater can cover part of the garden's watering needs. The draw-off point should be easy to reach with a watering can or hose without blocking access. A suitable covered tank keeps out coarse debris. Check water level, inlet and overflow regularly. Before frost periods, inspect and, where necessary, drain pipes, fittings and tanks according to their design.

Foundation for a large footprint

Along long wall lines, small deviations in height, angle or diagonal measurement affect the entire structure. An inaccurate foundation can prevent frame components fitting together without stress or sliding doors running properly. The base must therefore be fully completed and checked before assembly begins. Later adjustments during glass installation are not a substitute for a precise foundation.

The full installation area must be stable, level and prepared for the selected dimensions. Construction, anchoring and frost protection must suit the ground conditions, structure and site. Since these conditions vary by property, plan the foundation using the product documentation and seek professional assessment where required. Run drainage pipes and service conduits so they do not weaken load-bearing areas or areas intended for anchoring.

A continuous reference line and check measurements of side lengths, angles and diagonals help identify deviations early. Measure not only immediately after setting out, but again after completion of the foundation and before frame assembly begins. Check levels at several points too. Only when the footprint and levels are correct should the kit be laid out on the assembly area in the specified sequence.

Plan furniture to scale

A large table needs sufficient room beyond its footprint for chairs to be pulled back and every seat reached. A drawing should therefore show not only the tabletop but the actual use area, including seated sides. If the dining area is close to plants, allow a maintenance gap as well. This lets you inspect leaves, turn pots and remove fallen soil without rearranging the whole area.

Lounge furniture should not obstruct main routes, doors, roof vents or work areas. Low furniture may look open but often needs more floor space than expected. Modular or easily moved pieces are useful when propagation space is needed in spring or room for pots in autumn. Cushions and textiles must suit changing conditions or be able to be stored dry outside the orangery.

On the scale drawing, also mark every area that must stay clear despite changing furniture, including beside sliding doors and in front of technical controls. These no-go zones prevent an arrangement that works on paper from later blocking essential functions.

Delivery and preparing the assembly area

A large kit needs enough room for components to be unloaded safely, checked and sorted by assembly stage. Glass elements must be stored securely upright and protected against toppling, impact and contact with hard edges. Remove packaging only when the relevant parts are needed and can be clearly identified. Children, pets and uninvolved people must not enter the work area during unloading and assembly.

Check access, gates, bends, steps and the route from the unloading point to the foundation before delivery. It is not only clear width that matters; low branches, tight turning points and sensitive garden surfaces can also complicate transport. If direct vehicle access is not possible, establish how long or heavy components can be carried safely onward. Dry temporary storage protects sorted parts until each assembly stage begins.

A tidy, clearly defined assembly area supports efficient work and reduces the risk of mix-ups or damage. Tools, fasteners and profiles should not be left on walkways. Assemble according to the supplied instructions and in the prescribed order; unauthorised alterations to profiles, glass channels or anchoring can affect performance. For work at height, use stable suitable access equipment and work only in safe weather conditions.

Citrus plants, potted trees and plant collections

The interior height and open area provide room for larger specimen plants and extensive collections in pots. However, do not plan only for current plant height: crowns continue growing towards the glass and may later obstruct roof vents, neighbouring plants or care routes. Adequate clearance makes pruning, pest checks and glass cleaning easier. Statement plants can divide the space, but should not create a permanent bottleneck.

Heavy pots need a load-bearing, level position and should be accessible from the direct main route. They become much harder to move after planting and watering. Saucers must be easy to inspect and empty so water does not remain standing and affect the surface. Leave enough space between large containers to care for and inspect plants from every side.

Smaller plants on suitable mobile stands can be moved between sunnier and more protected areas as seasons change. Castors should suit the floor and weight and lock securely. Mobile groupings also make deep cleaning easier and create temporary free space. Plants with similar watering needs can be grouped so less water reaches paths and furniture during irrigation.

Meals and small gatherings

For meals and small gatherings, a separate, accessible surface for crockery and drinks is useful so the worktable does not also become a serving table. The seating area may face the planting, but should remain away from watering points, open potting mix and zones with regular condensation. Lighting and electrical connections must be professionally installed in the humid environment.

Before a gathering, move sensitive plants, low propagation trays and watering equipment out of the immediate circulation area. Extra chairs and decorations belong only on stable surfaces; do not lean or attach items to the glass, frame or vents.

After use, remove spilled liquids and food residues promptly so work surfaces remain clean and paths do not become slippery.

Long-term interior planning

Permanent beds, water connections and large trees shape the layout for many years and should be planned first. Allow for future maintenance routes: glass, frame joints, gutters and vents must remain accessible. A bed extending right up to difficult-to-reach components can make care unnecessarily difficult. Some reserve space at strategic points is more practical than maximum uninterrupted planting.

Mobile growing tables and furniture complement fixed elements. Worktables should be readily accessible and leave enough room for potting, so soil and plant debris do not have to pass through the seating area. Do not attach shelving to the structure without authorisation; freestanding solutions must be stable and must not project into glass surfaces. Before moving mobile elements, check that plants, containers and tools are secure.

Once a layout has proved practical in daily use, record positions and clear circulation areas on the plan. This makes seasonal changes easier, because tables, shelves and seating can return to locations that work after rearranging.

Define the use

First decide which plants need the greatest permanent area and when the seating area will be used. This creates a clear use profile against which later decisions can be assessed.

Draw the routes

Draw connections between doors, beds, worktables and seating into the plan. Check that transport, plant care and relaxing can happen at the same time without routes blocking one another.

Coordinate services

Coordinate water draw-off, rainwater overflow, electricity, lighting, drainage and possible heating before foundation and floor work. Complete every installation appropriately for greenhouse conditions, and have electrical work handled by a suitably qualified professional.

Keep flexibility

Reserve accessible maintenance areas and avoid fixed furniture or permanently installed shelving there. Seasonal equipment should have a defined position or storage place so planting zones remain available after each rearrangement.

Grand Orangery

The Grand Orangery provides a largely open area that can be divided flexibly. It is particularly suitable where long bed rows, a large table and mobile work areas are to be combined, or where the balance may change later. Areas are defined mainly by furniture and planting, rather than by the building shape.

T-model

With the T-model, the T-shaped footprint already divides the interior structurally into distinct areas. This option is better suited when growing and relaxing are to be clearly separated from the outset. As well as total area, the desired circulation routes and preferred room layout are therefore important for the choice.