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{{Short description|Room with large glass windows or walls for exposure to sunlight}}
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[[File:Hatoyama Hall (sun-room).jpg|thumb|right|A sunroom in [[Tokyo, Japan]]]]
[[File:Hatoyama Hall (sun-room).jpg|thumb|right|A sunroom in [[Tokyo, Japan]]]]


A '''sunroom''', also frequently called a '''solarium''' (and sometimes a "Florida room", "garden conservatory", "garden room", "[[patio]] room", "sun parlor", "sun porch", "three season room" or "winter garden"<ref>{{Cite web
A '''sunroom''', also frequently called a '''solarium''' (and sometimes a "Florida room", "garden [[Conservatory (greenhouse)|conservatory]]", "garden room", "[[patio]] room", "sun parlor", "sun porch", "three season room" or "[[winter garden]]"<ref>{{Cite web
| title = 12 Sunrooms That Are Bright and Welcoming
| title = 12 Sunrooms That Are Bright and Welcoming
| work = Architectural Digest
| work = Architectural Digest
| date = May 2010
| access-date = 2014-04-03
| access-date = 2014-04-03
| url = http://www.architecturaldigest.com/decor/2010-05/garden-rooms-slideshow
| url = http://www.architecturaldigest.com/decor/2010-05/garden-rooms-slideshow
}}</ref>), is a room that permits abundant [[daylight]] and views of the [[landscape]] while sheltering from adverse weather. ''Sunroom'' and ''solarium'' have the same denotation: ''solarium'' is [[Latin]] for "place of [[sunlight|sun[light]]]". Solaria of various forms have been erected throughout European history. Presently, the sunroom or solarium is popular in [[Europe]], [[Canada]],<ref>{{Cite news
}}</ref>), is a room that permits abundant [[daylight]] and views of the [[landscape]] while sheltering from adverse weather. ''Sunroom'' and ''solarium'' have the same denotation: ''solarium'' is [[Latin]] for "place of [[sunlight|sun[light]]]". Solaria of various forms have been erected throughout European history. Currently, the sunroom or solarium is popular in [[Europe]], [[Canada]],<ref>{{Cite news
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In [[Great Britain]], which has a long history of formal [[Conservatory (greenhouse)|conservatories]], a ''small'' conservatory is sometimes denominated a "sunroom".
In [[Great Britain]], which has a long history of formal [[Conservatory (greenhouse)|conservatories]], a ''small'' conservatory is sometimes denominated a "sunroom". In gardening, a [[garden room]] is a secluded and partly enclosed outside space within a garden that creates a room-like effect.


==Design==
==Design==
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Attached sunrooms typically are constructed of transparent [[tempered glass|tempered]] [[Glazing (window)|glazing]] atop a brick or wood "knee wall" or framed entirely of wood, aluminum, or [[Polyvinyl chloride|PVC]], and glazed on all sides. [[Frosted glass]] or [[glass block]] may be used to add privacy. Screens are a fundamental aspect of a "Florida room", and [[jalousie windows]] are often featured. An integrated sunroom is specifically designed with many windows and climate controls.
Attached sunrooms typically are constructed of transparent [[tempered glass|tempered]] [[Glazing (window)|glazing]] atop a brick or wood "knee wall" or framed entirely of wood, aluminum, or [[Polyvinyl chloride|PVC]], and glazed on all sides. [[Frosted glass]] or [[glass block]] may be used to add privacy. Screens are a fundamental aspect of a "Florida room", and [[jalousie windows]] are often featured. An integrated sunroom is specifically designed with many windows and climate controls.
[[File:Jamnagar Solarium - Indian Review 1936 - 37-3.jpg|thumb|left|Revolving solarium in Jamnagar, India designed by [[Jean Saidman]]]]

A solarium is typically distinguished from a sunroom by the former being specifically and primarily designed to collect sunlight for warmth and light as opposed to being primarily designed to feature scenic views, and by being composed of walls, save one, and a roof that are entirely of framed glass. These typically are erected in higher latitude (low angle of sunlight) or cold (higher altitude) locations. In contrast, a sunroom ''[[sensu stricto]]'' has an opaque roof.
A solarium is typically distinguished from a sunroom by the former being specifically and primarily designed to collect sunlight for warmth and light as opposed to being primarily designed to feature scenic views, and by being composed of walls, save one, and a roof that are entirely of framed glass. These typically are erected in higher latitude (low angle of sunlight) or cold (higher altitude) locations. In contrast, a sunroom ''[[sensu stricto]]'' has an opaque roof.


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== See also ==
== See also ==
* [[Arizona room]]
* [[Arizona room]]
* [[Conservatory (greenhouse)]]
* [[Observation car]]
* [[Porch]]
* [[Porch]]
* [[Smart glass]]
* [[Smart glass]]


==Notes==
==Notes==
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== References ==
== References ==

Latest revision as of 14:08, 19 October 2024

"Sun lounge" redirects here. For the streamlined sleeper-lounge car, see Sun Lounge (railcar). For the outdoor furniture, see Sunlounger. For the American rock band, see Sun Room.
"Florida room" redirects here. For the Donald Fagen song, see Kamakiriad § Track listing.
A sunroom in Tokyo, Japan

A sunroom, also frequently called a solarium (and sometimes a "Florida room", "garden conservatory", "garden room", "patio room", "sun parlor", "sun porch", "three season room" or "winter garden"[1]), is a room that permits abundant daylight and views of the landscape while sheltering from adverse weather. Sunroom and solarium have the same denotation: solarium is Latin for "place of sun[light]". Solaria of various forms have been erected throughout European history. Currently, the sunroom or solarium is popular in Europe, Canada,[2] the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. Sunrooms may feature passive solar building design to heat and illuminate them.[3]

In Great Britain, which has a long history of formal conservatories, a small conservatory is sometimes denominated a "sunroom". In gardening, a garden room is a secluded and partly enclosed outside space within a garden that creates a room-like effect.

Design

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A German "Wintergarten" with open blinds and anemometer (top left)

Attached sunrooms typically are constructed of transparent tempered glazing atop a brick or wood "knee wall" or framed entirely of wood, aluminum, or PVC, and glazed on all sides. Frosted glass or glass block may be used to add privacy. Screens are a fundamental aspect of a "Florida room", and jalousie windows are often featured. An integrated sunroom is specifically designed with many windows and climate controls.

Revolving solarium in Jamnagar, India designed by Jean Saidman

A solarium is typically distinguished from a sunroom by the former being specifically and primarily designed to collect sunlight for warmth and light as opposed to being primarily designed to feature scenic views, and by being composed of walls, save one, and a roof that are entirely of framed glass. These typically are erected in higher latitude (low angle of sunlight) or cold (higher altitude) locations. In contrast, a sunroom sensu stricto has an opaque roof.

Technologies

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During the 1960s, professional re-modelling companies developed affordable systems to enclose a patio or deck, offering design, installation, and full service warranties. Patio rooms featured lightweight, engineered roof panels, single pane glass, and aluminium construction.[citation needed]

As technology advanced, insulated glass, vinyl, and vinyl-wood composite framework appeared. More recently, specialized blinds and curtains have been developed, many electrically operated by remote control.[4] Specialized flooring, including radiant heat, may be adapted to both attached and integrated sunrooms.

See also

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Notes

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  1. ^ "12 Sunrooms That Are Bright and Welcoming". Architectural Digest. May 2010. Retrieved 2014-04-03.
  2. ^ Graydon, Michael. "Photo Gallery: Beautiful Sunrooms". Canadian House & Home. Retrieved 2014-04-03.
  3. ^ Lea, Keya (2010-05-03). "Passive Solar Sun Room". Green Passive Solar Magazine. Retrieved 2014-04-03.
  4. ^ MacQueen, John (27 February 2016). "Sunroom Technologies". Summer House 24. Retrieved 2 June 2016.

References

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  • Media related to Sunrooms at Wikimedia Commons
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