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Cathedral Greenhouse
The Janssens Cathedral greenhouse is a breathtaking masterwork of soaring verticality and architectural drama. Instantly distinguished by its majestic, high-clearance roofline and iconic crowning cupola, this grand structure commands attention as an exquisite centerpiece in any landscape design. The elevated architecture is meticulously engineered to flood the entire interior with brilliant ambient light, offering an incredibly vast, open volume that beautifully serves both your most ambitious horticultural projects and fine outdoor living.
Crafted in Belgium by Janssens—a premier family company with over 75 years of master greenhouse craftsmanship—the Cathedral embodies a perfect union of old-world European elegance and high-performance modern engineering. It is more than a place of cultivation; it is an inviting architectural pavilion that calls you to fully immerse yourself among your plants. With a highly versatile blueprint that allows for customizable door and window configurations, the entire space can be tailored to align flawlessly with the movement and aesthetic of your garden.
Signature Engineering & Majestic Form:
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Iconic Crowning Cupola: A striking architectural roof feature that serves as a stunning visual anchor while naturally drawing heat upward to optimize passive ventilation.
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Soaring Clear-Span Interior: Designed with exceptional vertical clearance, offering a voluminous, open-air environment perfect for mature climbing flora, tree canopies, and spacious lounge seating.
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Elite Structural Framing: Built with an industrial-strength aluminum frame and heavy-duty stainless steel hardware, providing unyielding strength and year-round protection against severe elements.
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Full-Length Premium Glazing: Clad entirely in crystal-clear, full-size 4mm tempered safety glass panes for elite safety, pristine landscape views, and maximum sunlight penetration.
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Custom Layout Versatility: Features completely flexible placement options for smooth-gliding doors and ventilation windows, allowing you to curate the ideal microclimate and entryway flow.
| Model Specs | Standard Model (Special Order Only) |
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| Length |
19'11" (8 panels) |
| Width |
15' (6 panels) |
| Peak Height | 12'2" |
| Sidewall Height | 6'8" |
| Area | 298 sq. ft. |
| Roof Pitch | 25 degrees |
| Doors |
1 Set of Double Hinged Doors, 1 Sliding Door |
| Windows |
4 Roof Vents, 2 Push Out Side Windows, 2 Louvre Window |
| Window Openers |
4 Spindle (Roof), 2 Automatic (Louvre) |
| Glazing | 4mm tempered glass panes |
| Frame |
17 gauge tubular aluminum extrusions heavy duty portal frame supports |
| Colors |
Black (RAL9005), Bronze (RAL 7006) |
| Concrete 20x20 Slab | + $5,000 |
| Bluestone/Pavers | + $10,000 |
| Brick Knee Wall | Starting at $6,000 |
| Freight within 60 miles | + $2,000 |
| Assembly | Starting at $3,000 |
When you invest in a Janssens structure, you are not just purchasing a greenhouse—you are adding a permanent architectural asset to your estate. For over 75 years, Janssens has been Europe’s premier manufacturer of luxury glass greenhouses, engineered in Belgium to meet the highest standards of beauty and durability.
- Architectural Glass: Unlike flimsy polycarbonate panels that discolor, scratch, and cloud over time, Janssens uses 4mm tempered safety glass. It provides crystalline clarity, superior insulation, and is rubber-sealed to be completely wind and watertight.
- Industrial-Grade Framework: Built with heavy-duty, thick-gauge aluminum profiles, these structures are engineered to withstand extreme weather. They handle heavy winter snow loads and high wind gusts that would compromise standard hobby greenhouses.
- Superior Ventilation & Design: The steep 38-degree roof pitch isn't just a classic English look—it maximizes interior headspace, allows optimal light penetration, and works alongside the integrated roof vents to handle heat distribution perfectly.
- Built for Generations: Every joint, gutter, and condensation channel is seamlessly engineered into the frame. Low-maintenance and rust-proof, a Janssens greenhouse is designed to look as striking in thirty years as it does the day it is assembled.



