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Eclectic Veranda with Feature Lighting Ideas and Designs

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Sabrina Alfin InteriorsSabrina Alfin Interiors
Dean J. Birinyi Photography, copyright 2012-2014
Photo of an eclectic veranda in San Francisco with feature lighting.
Midwest Screened Porch Addition with Eclectic Vintage Cottage Style
Midwest Screened Porch Addition with Eclectic Vintage Cottage Style
The Cleary CompanyThe Cleary Company
Interior view screened porch addition, size 18’ x 6’7”, Zuri pvc decking- color Weathered Grey, Timberteck Evolutions railing, exposed rafters ceiling painted Sherwin Williams SW , shiplap wall siding painted Sherwin Williams SW 7566 Marshall Evan Photography
My Houzz: Eclectic Charm in a Baton Rouge Renovated Live-Work Cottage
My Houzz: Eclectic Charm in a Baton Rouge Renovated Live-Work Cottage
Kayla StarkKayla Stark
Photo: Kayla Stark © 2016 Houzz
Eclectic veranda in New Orleans with feature lighting.
Avari Swing Bed from Vintage Porch Swings - Charleston SC
Avari Swing Bed from Vintage Porch Swings - Charleston SC
Vintage Porch Swings LLCVintage Porch Swings LLC
A nice, relaxing porch from a very happy customer.... We love our customer's at "Vintage Porch Swings".
Eclectic veranda in Charleston with feature lighting.
Eclectic Porch
Eclectic Porch
Inspiration for an eclectic veranda in Chicago with decking and feature lighting.
Newport Beach house
Newport Beach house
FIDELITY Builders and DesignFIDELITY Builders and Design
Joana Morrison
Design ideas for a small bohemian side veranda in Los Angeles with natural stone paving, a roof extension and feature lighting.
Beall's Hill Bungalow, Circa 1880s - Porch
Beall's Hill Bungalow, Circa 1880s - Porch
Suzanne MacCrone RogersSuzanne MacCrone Rogers
Suzanne MacCrone Rogers
Design ideas for a small bohemian front veranda in Atlanta with decking, a roof extension and feature lighting.
Wicker outdoor furniture with equestrian buckle design
Wicker outdoor furniture with equestrian buckle design
Summer ClassicsSummer Classics
Summer Classics Outdoor Furniture: Equestrian Collection: The act of riding equine is an art, as is our Equestrian collection, crafted in extruded aluminum with cast details and woven leather resin. Shown outdoor sofa, arm chair, outdoor lounge chair, ottoman, outdoor coffee table, spring lounge chair, side chair, dining table, patio furniture, patio furniture sets.
Emerald City
Emerald City
Laura Potter DesignsLaura Potter Designs
Inspiration for an eclectic veranda in Minneapolis with feature lighting.
Eclectic Porch
Eclectic Porch
PT Designs Inc. / DDIPT Designs Inc. / DDI
An eclectic screened porch with an interesting mix of natural and manmade textures.
Bohemian veranda in DC Metro with a roof extension and feature lighting.
Restyled Home
Restyled Home
Restyled HomeRestyled Home
Inspiration for a bohemian veranda in Other with feature lighting.
Kendrick: 2006 Saratoga Showcase of Homes
Kendrick: 2006 Saratoga Showcase of Homes
Phinney Design GroupPhinney Design Group
Design ideas for an eclectic veranda in New York with feature lighting.
Anita Diaz
Anita Diaz
Anita Diaz for Far Above RubiesAnita Diaz for Far Above Rubies
Design ideas for a bohemian veranda in Atlanta with feature lighting.
Fun ways to update your furniture!
Fun ways to update your furniture!
Transforming RoomsTransforming Rooms
The client was having trouble finding comfortable outdoor furniture. We found this one of a kind rattan vintage sofa and Heron lamp! The colorful throw is a Kate Spade, the peacock pillow adds great color. The remove-able tray with handles is a perfect fit for the cocktail table. The rattan end table is a great spot to set down a drink or a book.
Nicole Ray
Nicole Ray
Jeff Jones Snap It PhotographyJeff Jones Snap It Photography
Photo: Jeff Jones Photography © 2013 Houzz
Inspiration for an eclectic veranda in Detroit with feature lighting.
51 Shingle Lane, Watersound, FL
51 Shingle Lane, Watersound, FL
Borges Brooks BuildersBorges Brooks Builders
Beautifully built coastal home by Borges Brooks Builders of Watercolor, FL. Photos by Fletcher Isacks.
This is an example of an eclectic veranda in Miami with feature lighting.
Eclectic Porch
Eclectic Porch
This is an example of a small eclectic back veranda in Philadelphia with a roof extension, all types of cover, natural stone paving and feature lighting.
My Houzz: Eclectic Charm in a Baton Rouge Renovated Live-Work Cottage
My Houzz: Eclectic Charm in a Baton Rouge Renovated Live-Work Cottage
Kayla StarkKayla Stark
Photo: Kayla Stark © 2016 Houzz
Inspiration for a bohemian veranda in New Orleans with feature lighting.

Eclectic Veranda with Feature Lighting 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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