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KEl )t OLLIN they are usually constructed at the rear of a home, but can also be added to the front or side. If you decide to In most solariâ€" ums, one entire wall and part of all of the ceiling, are generally _ conâ€" structed of thick, thermal _ glass. Frames can be made of wood or aluminium. counterparts,1f these _ "plants" require minimal care â€" merely occasional cleanâ€" ing don‘t have a green thumb, you can still fill your solarâ€" ium with lots of greenery simply by buying lifeâ€"like artificial plants. Unlike their live Citorian Edwardia Desig comfort â€" ple as plants â€" a This article is provided by local Realtors and the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) for the benefit of conâ€" sumers in the real estate market. y H through any season â€" rain or shine â€" and tend to be far more flexible than the conservatories, and sunrooms of Citorian and ire a EXTENSION OF THE HOME int Solariums extend your living space nthusiasts ntertainin in be U uble lin T pro en s well as â€" a solarium as llamboy- as simple as int to make rium $ recreation Or gne an times OT oom if ed for for peoâ€" itting of unique Tacious Thev vou int an OT Prices will vary according to the type of ceiling and floor you choose. floors can be made * drainage facilâ€" ities for water runoff + outlets for electricity and posâ€" sibly one for water; * enough space for furniture; and * adequate venâ€" tilation; * a ceiling that will admit enough natural light; ated so that it receives several hours of sunlight each day. A steady flow of light will help your plants flourish. In the winter, sunlight is an excellent source of additional heat. BASIC FEAâ€" TURES A solarium should have the following, basic features: water The key to designing _ and installing a sucâ€" cessful solarium lies in the planning stages. Keep in mind that a solariâ€" um must be large enough to allow air to circulate. It should also be situâ€" ated so that it Modern solariâ€" ums are designed to blend in with the style and mood of a home â€" whether it‘s conâ€" temporary or oldâ€" fashioned, wood frame or brick. A solarium should be aesthetically pleasâ€" ing from both the outside as well as the inside of the home. And since this type of room usuâ€" ally ends up as a major focal feature of a home, it should be strategiâ€" cally located near the dining, living or family room â€" perhaps even the kitchen. have one installed, be sure to check your municipal bylaws to see what permits you require. DESIGNED TO BLEND IN PLANNING a floor that withstand If the solarium you are planning is small, warm and cosy, choose smaller varieties of houseplants, trees or shrubs. Spider plants and philoâ€" dendrons, for instance, fit well into small spaces and help to natuâ€" rally reduce air pollutants. Peace Lilies also fit well into most corners and open spaces, without _ being too overpowering â€"and this variety (See RE 21) choose giant plants, trees and shrubs to fill it. Consult your local greenhouse or an indoor gardening expert to see which varieties would be best. Plants like the umbrella tree or weeping fig can grow to substantial heights and fill space very effecâ€" tively and elegantâ€" ly. A large cactus can also be attracâ€" tive and doesn‘t require as much watering. If you‘re planâ€" ning a solarium that‘s large and dramatic, it‘s a good idea to choose giant DECORATâ€" ING When decoratâ€" ing, try to choose colors that are bright and warm to the eye. Also keep in mind that if you intend to put a lot of plants and flowâ€" ers in your solariâ€" um, it will probaâ€" bly become humid. So be sure to pick furniture that can withstand this type of atmosphere. Some experts recâ€" ommend _ using wicker furniture, since it performs well in tropical cliâ€" mates. from concrete, tile, brick, paving blocks or marble. Pick one that will best suit your intended use. To help create some warmth in winter and protect sensiâ€" tive feet from conâ€" stant exposure to cold surfaces, conâ€" sider purchasing some small scatter mats.