A conservatory room is a natural link between your home’s indoor and outdoor living areas, but it can also be the most underused space in the house. Too hot in summer, too cold in winter, and often a bit of a design challenge to comfortably furnish. Here at Apollo, we believe your conservatory deserves more than just a few potted plants and a dusty cane chair. Made-to-measure conservatory blinds are a quick win with big impact, adding texture, softening harsh sunlight, and instantly making the space feel more refined – they’re a fabulous way to style your space, making it a seamless extension of your home that’s perfect for morning coffee, evening entertaining, or simply enjoying the view of your garden all year round.
What Blinds Work Best in Conservatories?
Aesthetics aside, window dressings for conservatories, orangeries, and garden rooms need to be more than just visually appealing. Energy-efficient blinds, blinds for temperature control, blinds to prevent furniture fading, cordless blinds, smart home compatible blinds, child-safe options, and blinds for roof windows – the best blinds for conservatories are all about styling your conservatory for year-round use.
Here’s our top picks of stylish conservatory blinds:
Duette® blinds are the perfect solution for conservatories. A smart and stylish solution for regulating temperature all year round, their unique honeycomb design traps air within the cells, helping to keep conservatories cool in summer and warm in winter. This clever, energy-efficient structure can reduce heat loss by up to 46% and prevent 79% of solar heat entering the home. And Duette® blinds also offer excellent UV protection, helping to shield your furniture, fabrics, and finishes from sun damage and fading. Opt for cordless or motorised options – compatible with smart home systems like Google Home and Alexa – for a sleek, safe and minimalist finish. And there are over 350 fabric options to choose from, including light-filtering and blackout styles, so there’s something to complement every interior décor scheme.
Pleated blinds are a stylish and practical conservatory window-dressing choice, and especially ideal for shaped or roof windows. Crisp, tailored, and with over 200 fabric options in contemporary colours, patterns, and textures – including blackout, translucent, sheer, and solar reflective. They can be fitted to virtually any window shape, from triangular to curved designs, and installed to sit neatly within window and door frames without drilling, making them ideal for tilt-and-turn windows or patio and bi-fold doors.
Multi-zone conservatory blinds, that allow for top-down or bottom-up adjustment, are another clever choice for flexible privacy and light control and can be enhanced with sun or timing sensors. These blinds don’t just perform well – they look fantastic too. Choose muted tones, botanical prints, or light-filtering fabrics to soften harsh sunlight and add visual texture to your space. Bonus points if you link them to your smart home system for effortless control and year-round comfort.
How to style a conservatory
The key to a well-dressed conservatory lies in layering natural textures, calming colours, and functional, stylish furniture.
When it comes to colours and textures, earthy neutrals like saffron, terracotta, ochre, and stone create a warm, grounded atmosphere that feels inviting all year round. Sage green, blush pink, or ocean blue will add a garden-inspired, organic vibe, while leafy, botanical prints on blinds, cushions, and accessories helps to visually connect the interior with the outdoors. For added comfort and depth, layer in tactile elements like jute rugs, soft linen cushions, and plush throws to create a cosy, lived-in feel.
Certain furniture styles pair especially well with conservatory blinds, enhancing both comfort and visual flow between your indoor and outdoor spaces. Rattan, wicker, and bamboo pieces naturally complement garden views, while Scandi-style furniture in pale woods and linen fabrics offer a clean, minimalist charm. Vintage finds like antique console tables or distressed cabinets add character and warmth, while small touches such as a bistro table or a compact bookshelf can create a relaxed, café-cosy feel. It’s best to avoid delicate fabrics like silk or velvet, as these can fade quickly in strong sunlight.
The final touches can truly elevate your conservatory, turning it into a welcoming, lived-in space. Incorporating lush greenery with potted plants, trailing ivy, or even a vertical herb garden to help blur the boundaries between indoors and out and reinforce the natural connection. Layer different types of lighting – overhead fixtures, floor lamps, table lamps, and fairy lights – to foster a warm and flexible ambience throughout the day and into the evening. Thoughtfully curated accessories like ceramic vases, artwork, woven baskets, or a plush pouffe will make the space feel both intentional and personal.
Time to rediscover your conservatory? Whether you’re creating a tranquil reading nook, a stylish sun lounge, or a year-round garden room, our range of Duette® and Pleated blinds offers the perfect finishing touch – blending form and function with effortless elegance.
Visit your local Apollo or book a free home consultation and let’s bring your conservatory to life.