For some people's homes, this means a porch or sunroom that's solely dedicated to soaking up rays—but for others, it can mean a multifunctional space that takes advantage of the sun with floor-to-ceiling windows. Either way, a solarium can be both beautiful and therapeutic. Take a look at these examples that should give you some ideas on how you can introduce one into your own home.

Hammock Sunning in North Carolina

Italian Country House With a Glass and Cor-Ten Steel Porch

A Glass-Covered Waterfront Atrium That’s Sunny in Summer and Toasty in Winter

A-Frame Greenhouse Home in Sweden

Sunshine in Orinda, California

Solarium-Like Living Room in Mexico

Airbnb’s Loft-like Office in Paris

A Milan Apartment With a Catwalk Leading to a Solarium Nook