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Contemporary Veranda with Concrete Slabs Ideas and Designs

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Wexley | Urban Contemporary
Wexley | Urban Contemporary
Vision InteriorsVision Interiors
As a conceptual urban infill project, the Wexley is designed for a narrow lot in the center of a city block. The 26’x48’ floor plan is divided into thirds from front to back and from left to right. In plan, the left third is reserved for circulation spaces and is reflected in elevation by a monolithic block wall in three shades of gray. Punching through this block wall, in three distinct parts, are the main levels windows for the stair tower, bathroom, and patio. The right two-thirds of the main level are reserved for the living room, kitchen, and dining room. At 16’ long, front to back, these three rooms align perfectly with the three-part block wall façade. It’s this interplay between plan and elevation that creates cohesion between each façade, no matter where it’s viewed. Given that this project would have neighbors on either side, great care was taken in crafting desirable vistas for the living, dining, and master bedroom. Upstairs, with a view to the street, the master bedroom has a pair of closets and a skillfully planned bathroom complete with soaker tub and separate tiled shower. Main level cabinetry and built-ins serve as dividing elements between rooms and framing elements for views outside. Architect: Visbeen Architects Builder: J. Peterson Homes Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography
Redbud Renovation
Redbud Renovation
Blue Horse Building & DesignBlue Horse Building & Design
Inspiration for a large contemporary front veranda in Austin with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Round Rock Casita
Round Rock Casita
Double R Builders LLCDouble R Builders LLC
Photo of a medium sized contemporary front veranda in Austin with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Front stoop
Front stoop
John Joyce dba JOMXarchitectureJohn Joyce dba JOMXarchitecture
Design ideas for a large contemporary front veranda in Chicago with concrete slabs and an awning.
1140 Citrus
1140 Citrus
Leader Design StudioLeader Design Studio
Ryan Gamma
Photo of a large contemporary back veranda in Tampa with concrete slabs and 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.
Palm Beach Metal Restoration
Palm Beach Metal Restoration
ADB Designs Inc.ADB Designs Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary front veranda in Miami with a potted garden and concrete slabs.
Tap House, Canton, Baltimore, MD
Tap House, Canton, Baltimore, MD
GriD architectsGriD architects
Corner entry porch & storefront
Design ideas for a small contemporary front veranda in Baltimore with concrete slabs.
Batemans Rd, Gladesville by studioJLA
Batemans Rd, Gladesville by studioJLA
Justin Loe ArchitectsJustin Loe Architects
This outdoor kitchen area is an extension of the tv cabinet within the dwelling. The exterior cladding to the residence continues onto the joinery fronts. The concrete benchtop provides a practical yet stylish solution as a BBQ benchtop
Floyd Residence
Floyd Residence
FAZIO ARCHITECTSFAZIO ARCHITECTS
Contemporary screened veranda in Austin with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Tinted Glass and Aluminum Porch Railings
Tinted Glass and Aluminum Porch Railings
UserUser
This is an example of a contemporary front veranda in Toronto with concrete slabs.
FW Magazine Dream Home Summer '19
FW Magazine Dream Home Summer '19
J & V PaintingJ & V Painting
Medium sized contemporary front veranda in Dallas with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Sesi Residence
Sesi Residence
Albaugh Masonry Stone and Tile Inc.Albaugh Masonry Stone and Tile Inc.
Bosco building General Contractor
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary front veranda in Detroit with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Montana Lake Retreat
Montana Lake Retreat
Jeff Luth - Soldano Luth ArchitectsJeff Luth - Soldano Luth Architects
walkway and atv path from garage to font door
Photo of a contemporary veranda in Seattle with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
SeaThru
SeaThru
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
SeaThru is a new, waterfront, modern home. SeaThru was inspired by the mid-century modern homes from our area, known as the Sarasota School of Architecture. This homes designed to offer more than the standard, ubiquitous rear-yard waterfront outdoor space. A central courtyard offer the residents a respite from the heat that accompanies west sun, and creates a gorgeous intermediate view fro guest staying in the semi-attached guest suite, who can actually SEE THROUGH the main living space and enjoy the bay views. Noble materials such as stone cladding, oak floors, composite wood louver screens and generous amounts of glass lend to a relaxed, warm-contemporary feeling not typically common to these types of homes. Photos by Ryan Gamma Photography
Mar Vista Modern
Mar Vista Modern
SweisKlossSweisKloss
This is an example of a contemporary back veranda in Los Angeles with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Casa AVI
Casa AVI
INDI ArquitecturaINDI Arquitectura
STARP ESTUDI
This is an example of a contemporary veranda in Other with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Claremont Home Remodel
Claremont Home Remodel
Lotus Construction GroupLotus Construction Group
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front veranda in Los Angeles with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Rock Creek Park House
Rock Creek Park House
Studio CrowleyHall, pllcStudio CrowleyHall, pllc
Angie Seckinger Photography
Photo of a medium sized contemporary front veranda in DC Metro with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Mayfield Contemporary
Mayfield Contemporary
Allen Irvin - DesignerAllen Irvin - Designer
outdoor living with 2-way inside/outside fireplace.
Large contemporary back veranda in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.

Contemporary Veranda with Concrete Slabs 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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