Creating additional living space with a conservatory? That's exactly the approach taken by Gruber conservatories. In conversation with Julian Gruber at Heim+Handwerk, it becomes clear that this is not about a classic cold conservatory, but about a fully insulated living space that can be permanently integrated into the house.
The conservatory shown here is a fully insulated living space conservatory. It is designed in such a way that it can be used throughout all seasons and connects seamlessly to the existing living area, both functionally and visually. The room is not seen as an extension, but as an extension of the house. At Heim und Handwerk, Gruber conservatories will be demonstrating how construction, glazing and profile technology work together to create a constant indoor climate. This creates additional living space that can be used regardless of the season and weather.
In summer, the conservatory can be opened up completely. The folding door in the front makes it possible to open up the room to the terrace over a large area without restricting the outside area. The conservatory thus becomes an open transition between the house and garden. In the colder months, the room is completely closed and sealed. The design ensures that there are no draughts and that the heat remains in the room. In this way, the conservatory can be flexibly adapted to the respective use.
Triple insulating glazing is a central element of the system. In combination with thermally insulated aluminum profiles, a construction is created that is designed for long-term use. In addition, an applied UV coating protects the surfaces from sunlight. As a result, the frame and profiles remain color-stable in the long term and do not change due to UV exposure. The conservatory retains its appearance even after years of intensive use.
Summer heat protection is a frequent issue with conservatories. Gruber conservatories rely on solar control glazing here, which reflects a large proportion of the sun's rays directly onto the glass. This means that in many cases there is no need for external shading. In addition, internal shading systems are used to protect against glare. These can also be retrofitted and flexibly adapted.
All components are manufactured in-house at Gruber conservatories. Assembly is also carried out by the company's own employees. This structure enables consistent quality assurance from planning to implementation. As around 80 percent of conservatories are added to existing houses, individual customization plays a central role. Size, glazing, doors and fittings are planned on a project-specific basis.