10 Incredible Greenhouse Makeovers – No Green Thumb Necessary
From living rooms to a romantic hideaway, these up-to-the-minute greenhouse concepts will have you turfing out the plants and moving in
For far too long, greenhouses have been the domain of gardeners struggling to keep their plants alive when a cold snap hits. But these beautiful structures deserve to be more than just a house for plants. We believe they suit the changeable Australian climate to a tee – and especially those of us who live in the cooler regions of our sunburnt country. So here’s how you can make greenhouses an extension of your home and living space.
2. Add a fireplace
This modern take on a greenhouse had a fireplace installed so the space stays toasty no matter how cold and wet it gets outside. It’s actually a potting shed on one side and a living room on the other (shown next).
Step inside this modern take on a greenhouse
This modern take on a greenhouse had a fireplace installed so the space stays toasty no matter how cold and wet it gets outside. It’s actually a potting shed on one side and a living room on the other (shown next).
Step inside this modern take on a greenhouse
3. Create a reading room
Placing a sofa or two by a crackling fire not only makes for a comfortable outdoor living or reading room – you can toast marshmallows as well. We’d include a well-stocked low shelving unit to this space to add some colour and a handy supply of must-read books.
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Placing a sofa or two by a crackling fire not only makes for a comfortable outdoor living or reading room – you can toast marshmallows as well. We’d include a well-stocked low shelving unit to this space to add some colour and a handy supply of must-read books.
More: 20 of the Most Novel Reading Spots
4. Create a sophisticated entertaining space
This domed greenhouse has taken external living spaces to a new level. A striking but cosy rug, tables and elegant cushioned seating provide just enough room for Champagne with a few girlfriends on a cool afternoon.
This domed greenhouse has taken external living spaces to a new level. A striking but cosy rug, tables and elegant cushioned seating provide just enough room for Champagne with a few girlfriends on a cool afternoon.
5. Design a den
This greenhouse was renovated to be a studio for the man of the house. But wouldn’t teenagers also love this space to hang out and play their music as loud as they please? Notice how many of the glass panels have been frosted to provide privacy and protection from the sun’s glare.
This greenhouse was renovated to be a studio for the man of the house. But wouldn’t teenagers also love this space to hang out and play their music as loud as they please? Notice how many of the glass panels have been frosted to provide privacy and protection from the sun’s glare.
6. Set up a garden living room
This greenhouse has been converted into an absolute haven. Wicker furniture and comfy cushions in this tranquil space provide comfort all year round.
We also love how the patio area includes a table and chairs to take advantage of those warmer days.
This greenhouse has been converted into an absolute haven. Wicker furniture and comfy cushions in this tranquil space provide comfort all year round.
We also love how the patio area includes a table and chairs to take advantage of those warmer days.
Here is another take on the greenhouse living room. Why not add a tea and coffee station or a stereo to play classical favourites and really amp up the ambience?
7. Design a guest retreat
Don’t have a guest room? This greenhouse-like escape offers spare room and privacy in spades. Imagine your guests’ delight when they wander up the garden path to discover this private getaway in your backyard…
Don’t have a guest room? This greenhouse-like escape offers spare room and privacy in spades. Imagine your guests’ delight when they wander up the garden path to discover this private getaway in your backyard…
8. Create a romantic getaway
Fancy escaping to a candlelit hideaway in your own backyard? We love the idea of grabbing a great bottle of wine and sneaking into the greenhouse with your sweetheart for a date night. You could even stock this greenhouse with an uber-cool sound system, bar fridge and cocktail bar. Now we’re talking!
Fancy escaping to a candlelit hideaway in your own backyard? We love the idea of grabbing a great bottle of wine and sneaking into the greenhouse with your sweetheart for a date night. You could even stock this greenhouse with an uber-cool sound system, bar fridge and cocktail bar. Now we’re talking!
9. Install a pool
The ultimate greenhouse would have to be this beauty. Imagine diving into this inviting pool even in the winter months. Consider installing an above-ground spa or a plunge pool in your greenhouse – it would certainly mean more use and less cleaning because it’s protected from the great outdoors.
The ultimate greenhouse would have to be this beauty. Imagine diving into this inviting pool even in the winter months. Consider installing an above-ground spa or a plunge pool in your greenhouse – it would certainly mean more use and less cleaning because it’s protected from the great outdoors.
10. Extend the space
If you’ve taken over the greenhouse as a living space, why not plant several lovely raised vegetable gardens or vibrant flowerbeds just outside? You could also add a deck or lay stones to create a feature path outside your greenhouse door to extend your area and add even more charm and character to your outdoor space.
Fountains, vertical gardens, picket fences, water features, bird feeders, arbours, archways, potted plants and small pergolas are all features that could be included to extend your greenhouse and make it a beautiful space to enjoy year-round.
If you’ve taken over the greenhouse as a living space, why not plant several lovely raised vegetable gardens or vibrant flowerbeds just outside? You could also add a deck or lay stones to create a feature path outside your greenhouse door to extend your area and add even more charm and character to your outdoor space.
Fountains, vertical gardens, picket fences, water features, bird feeders, arbours, archways, potted plants and small pergolas are all features that could be included to extend your greenhouse and make it a beautiful space to enjoy year-round.
For example, we love how this quaint little greenhouse has been extended with an annexe – imagine the uses for this space. It could become a potting shed, barbecue area, outdoor kitchen, all-weather seating area, cubbyhouse, outdoor playroom … the list goes on!
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Which of the above greenhouse transformations inspire you the most? Let us know in the comments section below.
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TELL US
Which of the above greenhouse transformations inspire you the most? Let us know in the comments section below.
MORE IDEABOOKS
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Living in cramped conditions in the house? Why not extend into the garden and set up a home office in your greenhouse? This design offers plenty of natural light and would be a great environment for creative thinking.