Interior Decorating in a Sunroom

A sunroom often has ceiling-to-floor windows.

A sunroom is a room enclosed with ceiling-to-floor windows. Natural light fills the room as does a view of the surrounding landscape. They're ideal spots for reading, taking naps or sharing a hot or cold beverage with friends.

Comfortable Seating

It's truly up to you if you want to outfit your sun room with traditional furniture for domestic interiors, such as couches and armchairs, or with more outdoorsy furniture such as padded wicker or rattan furniture. Whatever you choose, the furniture should be completely comfortable to encourage basking in the sun and enjoying the space.

Style

Select a style of furniture that you find yourself immediately drawn to; don't let the surrounding landscape dictate the style. For example, if you have a sunroom attached to a house in a rural area, don't think that you have to decorate the room in country-influenced decor. In fact, sleek, modern furniture could create a striking contrast with the surrounding landscape.

Accessories

Don't forget to outfit your sunroom with basic accessories to make the room more comfortable. For example, lamps are necessary for people to use the room at night, as it doesn't just have to be a daytime space. Accent tables are ideal for holding drinks and books.

References

• Good Housekeeping: Sun Room