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Contemporary Blue Veranda Ideas and Designs

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Cleveland Private Residence
Cleveland Private Residence
9th Avenue Designs9th Avenue Designs
Upper Cabana covered and uncovered seating Scott Pease Photography
This is an example of a contemporary back veranda in Cleveland with a potted garden and decking.
1429 Bancroft Street
1429 Bancroft Street
Resicom Inc Building & RestorationResicom Inc Building & Restoration
New vinyl Title 24 windows installed, new steel sectional two-car garage door, wooden pergola and matching natural wood steps, minor stone and succulent garden work
Contemporary - Scarborough
Contemporary - Scarborough
Oswald HomesOswald Homes
This is an example of a contemporary veranda in Perth.
Outdoor Kitchen Grill
Outdoor Kitchen Grill
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
Photo by Tre Dunham
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back veranda in Austin with a roof extension.
Pagoda House
Pagoda House
Rogers Design BuildRogers Design Build
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary front veranda in Other with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Wyndam Complete Exterior Renovation
Wyndam Complete Exterior Renovation
Paragon Construction Company LLCParagon Construction Company LLC
This is the second under-porch access point for dry storage of patio furniture, cushions, or fire pits to allow for larger parties. Given the weight of the materials for the access doors, the structural components of the doors, footings and framing are critical for the longevity and durability of the doors. Note that we provided power at the patio and chose to run the downspout into the area under the porch, where we tie into a PVC pipe that takes that water to a storm drain at the back of the property.
Small Front Addition
Small Front Addition
Bianco RenovationsBianco Renovations
Contemporary veranda in DC Metro.
The Shephard
The Shephard
Interior Marketing GroupInterior Marketing Group
This is an example of a contemporary veranda in New York.
Stone Canyon
Stone Canyon
Kym Rodger DesignKym Rodger Design
This is an example of a large contemporary front veranda in Los Angeles with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Project Three
Project Three
Pearson Landscape ServicesPearson Landscape Services
Large contemporary front veranda in Austin.
The Adela in the Reserve at Weston Lakes
The Adela in the Reserve at Weston Lakes
Makena Custom BuildersMakena Custom Builders
Design ideas for a large contemporary back veranda in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Contemporary Spec
Contemporary Spec
Allen Irvin - DesignerAllen Irvin - Designer
outdoor living flows out to pool deck
Design ideas for a contemporary back veranda in Houston with an outdoor kitchen and stamped concrete.
4035 Annunciation St, New Orleans, LA 70115
4035 Annunciation St, New Orleans, LA 70115
MonarchMonarch
front and side view
Inspiration for a contemporary front veranda in New Orleans.
LAKE VIEW VILLA
LAKE VIEW VILLA
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
vista dal portico verso il lago. Pavimentazione in pietra, pergola a lamelle orientabili e tende parasole.
Design ideas for a large contemporary side veranda in Other with natural stone paving and an awning.
Timber Framed Screened Porch
Timber Framed Screened Porch
Studio One-Off Architecture & DesignStudio One-Off Architecture & Design
Constructed of reclaimed Douglas fir timber. Translucent roof. Photo: Tom Currier
This is an example of a contemporary veranda in Boston with a fire feature.
Rear Exterior (Bethesda Oasis)
Rear Exterior (Bethesda Oasis)
Cunningham | Quill ArchitectsCunningham | Quill Architects
Photo of a contemporary veranda in DC Metro.
Westport Beach House
Westport Beach House
BensonwoodBensonwood
Ann Sellars Lathrop
This is an example of a contemporary veranda in New York.
Pabellón de invitados y piscina
Pabellón de invitados y piscina
Ascoz ArquitecturaAscoz Arquitectura
Contemporary veranda in Other.
Glass Bathroom
Glass Bathroom
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Timothy Bell
Design ideas for a small contemporary veranda in DC Metro.
Porch-Balcony Addition/ Remodel, Saint Joseph, Michigan
Porch-Balcony Addition/ Remodel, Saint Joseph, Michigan
Keystone DesignsKeystone Designs
A renovation project converting an existing front porch to enclosed living space, and adding a balcony and storage above, for an aesthetic and functional upgrade to small downtown residence.

Contemporary Blue Veranda Ideas and Designs

While they may not be as large as their US equivalents, in the UK and Ireland contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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