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Andre's Custom Modern Style Home
Andre's Custom Modern Style Home
G. Christianson Construction, Inc.G. Christianson Construction, Inc.
We took exceptional measures such as double stud walls with spray foam insulation and custom airsealing details to maximize energy savings. Carl Christianson/G. Christianson Construction
POLO CLUB RESIDENCE
POLO CLUB RESIDENCE
David Nelson & Associates, LLCDavid Nelson & Associates, LLC
Large back veranda in Denver with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Porches
Porches
ArchitraveArchitrave
Photo of a large bohemian back mixed railing veranda in Charleston with with columns and a roof extension.
Myrtle Point
Myrtle Point
Husserl GroupHusserl Group
Brad Husserl
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean back veranda in Tampa with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Screened Porch Cary, NC
Screened Porch Cary, NC
Archadeck of Raleigh-DurhamArchadeck of Raleigh-Durham
Design ideas for a large classic back screened veranda in Raleigh with a roof extension.
Timber Framed Screen Porch
Timber Framed Screen Porch
Hugh Lofting Timber Framing, Inc.Hugh Lofting Timber Framing, Inc.
This beautiful screened in porch was handcrafted from Western Red Cedar. Photos Credit: Archer & Buchanan Architecture
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back veranda in Philadelphia.
Great Falls Low Maintenance Screened Porch
Great Falls Low Maintenance Screened Porch
Hoppy Design & BuildHoppy Design & Build
Low maintenance outdoor living is what we do!
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back screened mixed railing veranda in DC Metro with a roof extension.
All-Natural Porch
All-Natural Porch
Great Northern Builders, Inc.Great Northern Builders, Inc.
This is an example of a traditional back veranda in Portland Maine with a roof extension.
Cozy Cabin Feel
Cozy Cabin Feel
J Brothers Design | Build | RemodelJ Brothers Design | Build | Remodel
Inspiration for a large rustic back screened veranda in Minneapolis with decking and a roof extension.
Laytonsville Retreat
Laytonsville Retreat
Terra Nova Design BuildTerra Nova Design Build
Covered Porch with outdoor kitchen.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back metal railing veranda in DC Metro with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a roof extension.
Screen Room Addition
Screen Room Addition
Tim Englert Construction, Inc.Tim Englert Construction, Inc.
Design ideas for a back screened veranda in Cleveland.
Bowman
Bowman
Above Board ConstructionAbove Board Construction
Photo of a classic back metal railing veranda in DC Metro.
OUTDOOR SPACES
OUTDOOR SPACES
WILKINS & WILKINS GENERAL CONTRACTING, INC.WILKINS & WILKINS GENERAL CONTRACTING, INC.
HARRY TAYLOR
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back veranda in Wilmington with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Adirondack Zen
Adirondack Zen
Andrew Chary Architect, PLLCAndrew Chary Architect, PLLC
Photography by Nancie Battaglia
Rustic back screened veranda in Burlington with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Ground level screened porch
Ground level screened porch
Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.
Large, ground level screened porch with plenty of seating for dining and entertaining. Designed and built by Atlanta Decking & Fence.
This is an example of a large eclectic back screened mixed railing veranda in Atlanta with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Weddington Porch
Weddington Porch
DiFabion Remodeling, Inc.DiFabion Remodeling, Inc.
Evergreen Studio
This is an example of a large rustic back screened veranda in Charlotte with stamped concrete and a roof extension.
RECLAIM WOOD CONCRETE AND STEEL
RECLAIM WOOD CONCRETE AND STEEL
SLOCRETESLOCRETE
Creating enjoyable living spaces with concrete steel and wood
Small country back veranda in San Luis Obispo with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Otis Residence
Otis Residence
Clark and Green Architecture | DesignClark and Green Architecture | Design
Rustic back screened veranda in Boston with a roof extension.
EL TXOKO
EL TXOKO
Espacio en BrutoEspacio en Bruto
Detalle de la zona de estar, donde poder sentarse a tomar una limonada fresca.
Medium sized rural back veranda in Other with tiled flooring and a pergola.
Durable Ocean
Durable Ocean
Holland & Knapp ConstructionHolland & Knapp Construction
Erin Feinblatt & Zachary Knapp
Inspiration for a medium sized coastal back veranda in San Luis Obispo with decking.

Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

While they may not be as large as their US equivalents, in the UK and Ireland verandas, pergolas, porches and porticos are still handy little halfway houses between your driveway and your front door or your garden and your back door. Verandas are structures that cover an area next to your house, usually over a patio or decked area at the back as part of your garden, and they offer a sheltered outdoor space that you can enjoy all year round. Pergolas are usually separate from your house but offer basic cover for outdoor dining or simply relaxing. Porches can either give you shelter from the rain (perhaps as you find your keys at the front door) in the form of a basic, open porch canopy structure, or be built out into a small room or vestibule where you can remove and store coats, shoes and umbrellas. Porticos fall into the former category of porch design but are much grander than regular porches, usually with colonnades at either side of the door supporting the porch roof and giving a regal touch to the exterior of your home. If you think your home could benefit from a sheltered outdoor structure, either for dining outside or just taking your coat and boots off as you enter your house, take a look at the porch, portico and veranda ideas, designs and photos from homeowners and designers to take inspiration.

How do I choose a veranda design?

Glass verandas are one of the most common veranda designs because they let in light, offer slight shade and still protect from the elements, while wooden verandas are also popular due to their traditional-looking style. If your garden and house exterior are styled classically then a wooden veranda or pergola may be the way to go and you may want to consider tiling the roof of the veranda with the same type of tiles you have on your main roof, so everything ties in neatly. Wrought iron and glass verandas can also look classic in their style, appearing almost Victorian, and if you have dark framed windows or other ironwork in your garden or home, this style of veranda could work nicely. Metal and glass verandas would better suit contemporary tastes, and if you don't want the normal pitched roof style, look at flat roofs and verandas and pergolas in unique shapes and designs. You can choose to have either a supported veranda with posts, similar to a pergola structure, or a cantilever veranda that protrudes from a wall of your house without support via posts to the ground. Obviously if you want more space under your veranda then a cantilever veranda is the way to go, but the look of cantilevers is not always to everyone's taste. Otherwise you may only need posts at each end that won't have to be large and in the way if you need the room.

How do I choose a new porch?

Think about what you want from your porch – if, for example, your front door opens straight into your living room, you may want the added privacy of an enclosed porch rather than a portico-style covering. Appearance is, of course, all-important; the front of your house, after all, creates the first impression of your home. uPVC porches are great for insulation, but they may not look as good aesthetically. It’s important that your porch design fits in with that of your house, so keep brickwork and materials similar or complementary. Front doors provide a wonderful opportunity for dressing your house – embrace colour and gloss, and add attractive embellishments with door knockers, letter boxes and wall lights. But don’t just take our word for it; take a look around for inspiration. Once you’ve decided which type and material of porch or portico would suit your house – whether it’s a brick, glass or an oak porch, you can now focus on the design and have a look at some great porch ideas from other Houzz users. Find images of traditional wooden porches that give a warmly welcome, large glass porch extensions that dramatically change home exteriors, and pictures of stone front porches and porticos.

Will I need planning permission for my veranda, pergola, porch or portico?

Usually verandas will need planning permission as they are not classed as permitted development under Class A, but there are exceptions, so check with your local planning authority first. Provided that your porch or portico follows the stipulated guidelines, it will be exempt from planning permission and building regulation approvals. Ensure that the external floor area of the porch is within three square metres and that its height does not exceed three metres. Finally, the furthest edge of the porch should not go beyond two metres of any boundary of the house and the road. If the porch or portico you want is bigger than these dimensions, make your life easier by employing a builder or porch specialist who will handle the planning and building regulations for you. Pergolas, as garden structure, also do not need planning permission as long as they adhere to standard regulations, but again, check online or with a professional before building one.
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