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Blue Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

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Southern Transitional Home in Greenville, SC
Southern Transitional Home in Greenville, SC
Tindall Architecture WorkshopTindall Architecture Workshop
Large traditional back screened metal railing veranda in Other with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Modern Brise Soleil Addition
Modern Brise Soleil Addition
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
This is an example of a large modern back screened metal railing veranda in DC Metro with a roof extension.
Haw River House
Haw River House
Arielle C. Schechter, AIAArielle C. Schechter, AIA
Multiple floating decks and porches reach out toward the river from the house. An immediate indoor outdoor connection is emphasized from every major room.
The Kelso
The Kelso
JayMarc HomesJayMarc Homes
The Kelso's Porch is a stunning outdoor space designed for comfort and entertainment. It features a beautiful brick fireplace surround, creating a cozy atmosphere and a focal point for gatherings. Ceiling heaters are installed to ensure warmth during cooler days or evenings, allowing the porch to be enjoyed throughout the year. The porch is covered, providing protection from the elements and allowing for outdoor enjoyment even during inclement weather. An outdoor covered living space offers additional seating and lounging areas, perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. The porch is equipped with outdoor kitchen appliances, allowing for convenient outdoor cooking and entertaining. A round chandelier adds a touch of elegance and provides ambient lighting. Skylights bring in natural light and create an airy and bright atmosphere. The porch is furnished with comfortable wicker furniture, providing a cozy and stylish seating arrangement. The Kelso's Porch is a perfect retreat for enjoying the outdoors in comfort and style, whether it's for relaxing by the fireplace, cooking and dining al fresco, or simply enjoying the company of family and friends.
Rancho da Flórida
Rancho da Flórida
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
automated screens
Photo of an expansive contemporary back screened veranda in Tampa with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
C & M-E home featured in Sofadeco yearly issue
C & M-E home featured in Sofadeco yearly issue
White Pine LumberWhite Pine Lumber
Design ideas for a classic back screened veranda in Montreal with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Gunn Ranch
Gunn Ranch
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
Steve Keating Photography
Small rustic back veranda in Seattle with a roof extension.
Costa Del Rey Back Porch, Pavilion and Outdoor Kitchen
Costa Del Rey Back Porch, Pavilion and Outdoor Kitchen
WellDone Building ProjectsWellDone Building Projects
Design ideas for a classic back veranda in Houston with natural stone paving, a roof extension and a bbq area.
Screened Porch Replacement in Potomac, MD
Screened Porch Replacement in Potomac, MD
Design Builders, Inc.Design Builders, Inc.
Photo of a large traditional back screened veranda in DC Metro with decking and a roof extension.
Mockingbird Porch
Mockingbird Porch
John TeSelleJohn TeSelle
A two-story addition to this historic Tudor style house includes a screened porch on the lower level and a master suite addition on the second floor. The porch has a wood-burning fireplace and large sitting area, as well as a dining area connected to the family room inside. The second floor sitting room opens to the master bedroom, and a small home office connects to the sitting room. Windows, cement stucco cladding, and wood trim all match the existing colors and finishes of the original house. All photos by Studio Buell.
Tranquil Tree House
Tranquil Tree House
Studio Z ArchitectureStudio Z Architecture
Contractor: Hughes & Lynn Building & Renovations Photos: Max Wedge Photography
Large traditional back screened veranda in Detroit with decking and a roof extension.
Vienna Porch
Vienna Porch
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build
Inspiration for an expansive classic back screened wire cable railing veranda in DC Metro with all types of cover.
Wilmington Court - Pool Pavilion at Night
Wilmington Court - Pool Pavilion at Night
Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLCPaul N. Brow, Architect, LLC
Custom heavy timber framed pool pavilion set at end of swimming pool. The base of the pavilion is a contoured brick bench with custom upholstered cushions & pillows. The roof structure is arched, load bearing timber trusses. The back wall holds a large television & customized copper lanterns.
Glenwood Addition
Glenwood Addition
McWhorter ConstructionMcWhorter Construction
Joel Woo Photography
Design ideas for a traditional back veranda in Baltimore with a fire feature.
Solar Screens Complete Stylish Extension in Hertfordshire
Solar Screens Complete Stylish Extension in Hertfordshire
Phantom Screens UKPhantom Screens UK
A contemporary home in Cheshunt, Hertfordshire has been reinvigorated with a slick, stylish extension. This was made complete with the addition of two automated Solar Screens. Read the full story below… The owners of this modern Hertfordshire property extended over their patio to create a covered outdoor bar and seating area. This created a relaxed indoor/outdoor space between the back of their home and the garden. The homeowners were looking to develop this area further, something that would give them the flexibility to turn it from an outdoor space into an indoor space at the touch of a button. After finding Phantom Screens online, they got in touch with one of our experts. The homeowners required a solution to the solar glare that was entering the back of the house, without interrupting their garden views. After sending us rough measurements and images of the house, we had a brief exchange with the homeowners over the phone and gained a good idea of the solutions we could provide. We arranged a free home survey at a date and time to suit our customer. We visited the property to take accurate measurements and discuss the colour and mesh options in more detail so that our customer was fully aware of the options we could provide. Our installers returned a few weeks later and installed the screens – find out what to expect at a Phantom Screens installation here. It was decided that two Automated Power Screens were to be installed to the large opening at the back. These were retrofitted and fixed to the two columns and wall at the far end. The fabric in the screen is Suntex 80 black mesh – acting as Solar Screens by providing an 80% UV block. This is ideal for muting the harsh solar glare that can come in the summer afternoons and evenings at this northwest-facing property. Our high-quality screens are durable, weatherproof, and can be fitted internally or externally. The mesh is made of PVC-coated fibreglass, making it waterproof so it can withstand the rain. This was a bonus for this install as our customer deploys their screens to keep the rain out of their covered outdoor seating area. Using a darker mesh with a higher UV block also provides additional privacy. The screens are designed so that when looking through them, your eyes will focus on the light, so your sun-soaked garden views will remain intact, but any nosy neighbours will struggle to see in! The Automated Solar Screens have transformed this area into a cool retreat from the sun with total insect protection. Check out another recent Power Screens install which has created a similar garden area here. Our customer now enjoys relaxing in their outdoor seating area without any nuisance from the bugs. Having gotten used to screens keeping the insects out, they now cannot live without them. They were even able to celebrate their son’s birthday with a BBQ, which they said was a smash success thanks to the screens! Screens are not just for the summer – they provide year-round comfort, and protection from the elements. These happy customers even used their screens to keep their veranda clear of the snow – allowing them to enjoy a cosy winter BBQ!
Eagle Creek Outdoor Living Space
Eagle Creek Outdoor Living Space
T. Morgan Construction, Inc.T. Morgan Construction, Inc.
Indoor-Outdoor Living at its finest. This project created a space for entertainment and relaxation to be envied. With a sliding glass wall and retractable screens, the space provides convenient indoor-outdoor living in the summer. With a heaters and a cozy fireplace, this space is sure to be the pinnacle of cozy relaxation from the fall into the winter time. This living space adds a beauty and functionality to this home that is simply unmatched.
3 Season Porch
3 Season Porch
Stafford ConstructionStafford Construction
This is an example of a medium sized classic back screened veranda in Raleigh with stamped concrete and a roof extension.
CompassHaus
CompassHaus
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
Modern waterfront beauty on Longboat Key. Energy Star, Zero Energy, Sustainable. Photo by Ryan Gamma Photography
Photo of a large modern back veranda in Tampa with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Screen Porch - Addition
Screen Porch - Addition
Realty Restoration, LLCRealty Restoration, LLC
Christopher Davison, AIA
Design ideas for a large back screened veranda in Austin with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Kenilworth
Kenilworth
Ross Builders, Inc.Ross Builders, Inc.
Screened Porch
Inspiration for an expansive classic back screened veranda in Chicago with a roof extension and natural stone paving.

Blue 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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