A Kitchen Nook Conservatory in Wellesley, MA
What family wouldn’t love to share meals at a dining table that’s bathed in healthy, natural light by day while offering stunning views of the stars each night? Imagine a space where sunshine glides across the countertops and birdsong serenades you as you drink your morning coffee. Each meal can feel like a garden party with the help of custom glass design and construction.
This vision is taking shape for homeowners in Wellesley, Massachusetts thanks to a collaboration between the glass design experts at Sunspace Design, the talented architects at Keri Murray Architecture of Sharon, Massachusetts, and the capable coordinators at Grignaffini Construction LLC—local builders serving in the role of general contractor. Together, we’ve created a kitchen nook conservatory that seamlessly blends home comforts with amazing views. The impressive glass-roofed space measures 14′ 6″ by 7′ 11” and allows ample radiant light to penetrate into the home’s interior. The new kitchen space will be a haven where culinary creativity flourishes.
Glass construction has the unique capacity to dissolve boundaries between spaces and invite the outdoors in. Achieving this was our responsibility as the glass specialists on the project. The conservatory’s hip-style glass roof is a symphony of mahogany rafters and gleaming insulated glass that promises our clients year-round enjoyment. Let’s step behind the scenes and explore the project’s transformation from blueprint to tangible reality.
A glimpse into the future: the architect’s proposed front elevation drawing sets the stage.
This side elevation drawing reveals the conservatory’s graceful proportions and connection to the existing kitchen.
An engineered front elevation drawing of the glass roof components.
An overhead view of the glass roof plan.
The solid mahogany roof frame, milled and assembled in our woodworking shop, awaits installation.
The general contractor has done the necessary groundwork.
These structural walls will support the conservatory’s elegant glass roof.
Sunspace Design’s skilled installers begin to assemble the mahogany rafters and perimeter sill.
The roof frame takes shape, with the two hip rafters and a center common rafter forming the initial structure.
The conservatory roof frame nears completion.
Mahogany purlins are set. The roof is securely attached to the structural wall below.
High-performance Solarban 70 insulated glass is installed.
The glass is tempered and dual sealed to ensure optimal energy efficiency and year-round comfort.
The insulated glass installation is completed, and the glazing system installation begins.
Copper exterior flashing and glazing caps add the finishing touches.
A sneak peek from the incomplete interior reveals the promise of a bright and inviting space.
The exterior is complete, and copper cladding is installed.
We’re ready for the general contractor to begin the interior kitchen nook transformation.
Sunlight streaming through the glass roof, backyard views, meals shared among loved ones – this kitchen conservatory is poised to become the heart of the home. Are you ready to transform your home, too? Let our team illuminate your home construction journey with the beauty and functionality of custom glass construction. Use our website’s contact form, email us at info@sunspacedesign.com, or give us a call at 1-800-530-2585 to take your first step toward a brighter, more connected home.