Hello Dusty!
Well, I think there are a few more points/variables to ponder. Ask your self
How far north - and to what zone. (I'm in Zone 5 -hot now but winter is bbrrrr)
How large a g'house will you have?
will the g'house be attached to your living house or stand-alone? (so much easier to heat if attached. My tiny g'house fits into the "L" of the very old house and added-on kitchen, so only 2 sides are glass) I can cook and keep an eye on plants at the same time. : -)
How warm do you want to keep it at night? (I let mine drop to the 40sF in the winter, so I choose plants that tolerate those conditions. No fussy phals, but Laelias and Dendrobiums seem happy)
You can have a stand-alone heating system or if attached to the home, you can integrate somehow.
Draw pictures of what you want and figure on paper the different variables.
Check the prices of building supplies and labor in the are to which you are moving : -)
Good luck with your dream g'house.
Best wishes,
Maryanne in Massachusetts
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