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Eclectic Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

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Sunnyvale TX Custom Covered Patio W/ Outdoor Fireplace
Sunnyvale TX Custom Covered Patio W/ Outdoor Fireplace
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
“Wow!” Doesn’t Do Justice To This Sunnyvale, TX, Covered Patio Addition! The scope of this Sunnyvale outdoor living room project encompasses the addition of an 18-foot by 20-foot hip roof covered patio with an outdoor fireplace and stamp and stain patio.
Outdoor Playground
Outdoor Playground
McHale Landscape Design, Inc.McHale Landscape Design, Inc.
Stone and iron railing staircase up to screen porch. Iron spiral staircase with Ipe treads.
This is an example of an expansive bohemian back veranda in Baltimore with natural stone paving.
Covered Patio to Screened Porch Conversion in Lexington, SC
Covered Patio to Screened Porch Conversion in Lexington, SC
Archadeck of Central South CarolinaArchadeck of Central South Carolina
Archadeck of Central SC made a good patio into a great patio by screening it in using an aluminum and vinyl screening system. The patio was already protected above, but now these clients and their guests will never be driven indoors by biting insects. They now have a beautiful screened room in which to relax and entertain.
Sudbury Outdoor Living Space
Sudbury Outdoor Living Space
Interiors by M.S.Interiors by M.S.
Outdoor space furnished with exquisite antiques and contemporary pieces. Also custom dining table, benches and cushions.
Medium sized eclectic back veranda in Boston with decking.
Outdoor Fresco Shower
Outdoor Fresco Shower
Welhouse Construction Services, LLCWelhouse Construction Services, LLC
Large eclectic back veranda in Other with decking and a pergola.
122DegreesWest
122DegreesWest
Flat Rock ProductionsFlat Rock Productions
DESIGN: Eric Richmond, Flat Rock Productions; BUILDER: The Roth Company; PHOTO: Stadler Studio
Design ideas for a bohemian back veranda in Seattle with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Covered Patio to Screened Porch Conversion in Lexington, SC
Covered Patio to Screened Porch Conversion in Lexington, SC
Archadeck of Central South CarolinaArchadeck of Central South Carolina
Archadeck of Central SC made a good patio into a great patio by screening it in using an aluminum and vinyl screening system. The patio was already protected above, but now these clients and their guests will never be driven indoors by biting insects. They now have a beautiful screened room in which to relax and entertain.
Ranch Transformation with Screened Porch & Deck
Ranch Transformation with Screened Porch & Deck
Degnan Design-Build-RemodelDegnan Design-Build-Remodel
The time arrived when Mary was ready to treat herself to some of the amenities that she desired while updating the home to keep herself safe as she aged. This large project consisted of an exterior makeover, as well as a low maintenance deck and screened porch, and a unique stairway to the back yard.
Southampton- Porch
Southampton- Porch
Christopher Maya Associates Inc.Christopher Maya Associates Inc.
Entrepreneur J. Christopher Burch relaxes on the porch of his Southampton, New York, retreat, which was decorated by Christopher Maya. Photographer: William Waldron
Outdoor Living Makeover in Southwest Austin, TX
Outdoor Living Makeover in Southwest Austin, TX
Archadeck of AustinArchadeck of Austin
For flooring in the screened room, the clients chose AZEK capped-polymer porch boards in “coastline,” a new color in AZEK’s Porch Collection. These PVC porch boards are great for outdoor rooms because of their tongue-and-groove configuration. With this flooring, you don’t need any screened mesh under the porch floor to keep insects out.
Lakeside Get Away
Lakeside Get Away
Transitions Interior Design for Comfortable LivingTransitions Interior Design for Comfortable Living
A porch swing for two! Photo by Lift Your Eyes Photography
Design ideas for a small bohemian back veranda in Other.
Back Covered Deck Patio
Back Covered Deck Patio
Bussell InteriorsBussell Interiors
Using retractable solar shades provided necessary coverage without blocking the natural light. The elevated space gave a tree house effect. Adding another functional space to this historic property. Photo Credit : John Ellis
Fairfax, Va Porch Remodel
Fairfax, Va Porch Remodel
Alco Products IncAlco Products Inc
Exterior view Sunroom with Simonton Vinyl Replacement Windows & Cream CertainTeed Vinyl Siding and exposed treated-pressure wood.
Inspiration for a bohemian back screened veranda in DC Metro with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Twig Porch
Twig Porch
Oak Hill ArchitectsOak Hill Architects
Photo of an expansive bohemian back screened veranda in Boston with natural stone paving.
Peterson St. in Louisville
Peterson St. in Louisville
Urban & Upscale - Staging & Design CompanyUrban & Upscale - Staging & Design Company
Wrought iron table and chairs for additional seating space
Inspiration for a large bohemian back screened veranda in Louisville with a roof extension.
The BarK Puplick House
The BarK Puplick House
Danielle Jacques Designs LLCDanielle Jacques Designs LLC
The BarK Puplick House, a play on words for ‘Public House,’ is the picturesque pub for the canine community. Just a short ‘pup crawl’ away is fido’s watering hole, posh nosh, and inn for relaxation. Built with timeless materials and craftsmanship, this ‘Gastropup’ fuses industrial decor with town & country charm. The industrial lighting and steel casement window captures the essence of city life, while shutters, traditional millwork, and floral & plaid textiles express the countryside’s beauty.
Sudbury Outdoor Living Space
Sudbury Outdoor Living Space
Interiors by M.S.Interiors by M.S.
Outdoor space furnished with exquisite antiques and contemporary pieces. Also custom dining table, benches and cushions.
Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian back veranda in Boston with decking.
Covered Porch Addition
Covered Porch Addition
Scenic Interiors, LLCScenic Interiors, LLC
A covered porch was added to unique Craftsman style home to enable a greater enjoyment of a native plant filled backyard. The exposed trusses, sidelights and dormer mimic the lofted design of the original Living Room. Superior materials such as sustainably harvested FSC-certified woods, Western Red Cedar exposed framing and trim, Douglas Fir tongue and groove roof deck, porcelain tile deck, rare Lime Stucco by Artisan Exteriors, LLC and a decorative copper-wrapped deck cornice. Custom design and construction by Scenic Interiors.
Door County Single Family Homes
Door County Single Family Homes
New Cottage Homes, LLCNew Cottage Homes, LLC
Inspiration for an expansive eclectic back veranda in Milwaukee with concrete paving and a pergola.
Award-Winning Poolside Retreat in Leander, TX
Award-Winning Poolside Retreat in Leander, TX
Archadeck of AustinArchadeck of Austin
Breaking news! Archadeck of Austin just learned that we won an Archadeck Design Excellence Award for this project.
Photo of an expansive bohemian back veranda in Austin with a fire feature and a pergola.

Eclectic Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

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