• Decide on the purpose

While this step is very important, some owners are immediately proceeding to the succeeding steps without finalizing their purpose of having a sunroom. While it is originally intended for human use, modern household already have solariums specially built for pets. Cats and dogs also have special needs like regular exposure to sunlight and should be considered by home and pet owners. Some may also want to have solarium for an indoor garden. The purpose of the owner will make decision making on the succeeding steps easier.

• Select the most feasible spot

The best spot will depend on the purpose set by the user. For example, solarium for pets can be built near the windows and doors. Solarium for indoor garden however, might require huge space like an unused garage or storage area. Users may also want to place their sunroom near the yard if its purpose is to have an indoor garden or a greenhouse.

• Determine the most appropriate shape for the structure

Though the purpose and available spot for the solarium will also dictate its shape, it is also greatly affected by personal preferences. Just bear in mind that the shape should maximize the available space to fully serve its purpose. For example, having a hexagonal sunroom can be less efficient compared with other shapes for rectangular spaces like a garage.
• Know the accessories and furnishings that will be needed

The purpose will also dictate the furnishings that will be needed for the interior. Indoor garden might require soil beds in addition to ventilation and water system while pet solarium might only require minimal accessories like rags and small pet toys. Knowing the shape can also dictate the needed furniture. For example, corner tables can be less applicable for circular sunroom.

In terms of implementation, users should first decide whether to hire services or to use ready-made kits. Preferring professional services simply means to share their own ideas based on their own conceptualization with the builders so improvement points on the sunroom can be suggested. On the other hand, some tips should be considered by the owner if they are to have sunroom kits:

• Research on the best possible kit available

As always, homeowners should select from the vast available kits that will fully serve their purpose and requirements.

• Consider maximum energy efficiency

Aside from increasing home visuals, solariums can also help in energy reduction by considering it as a source of solar energy. Positioning the main window to the solar south generally acquires the maximum possible solar energy that can be used to lower electric utilities and for extra energy during the winter.

• Assess construction materials

It should also be ensured that the solarium materials could withstand varying temperatures and harsh condition. Some materials easily absorb heat and take longer time to cool off. Some are also easy to install while some are not. All these should be included in assessing the possible materials for the sunroom.

Another important issue to consider is the health risk that comes with solarium. Remember that most sunrooms were constructed using glass. Because of that, it also imposes the danger of over exposure to UV rays which can further lead to serious illness like skin cancer. For that, proper considerations should be made and the sunroom system should be maintained all the time.