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Midcentury Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

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Descendant House
Descendant House
Matt Fajkus ArchitectureMatt Fajkus Architecture
Midcentury back metal railing veranda in Austin.
Outside kitchen
Outside kitchen
Island GraniteIsland Granite
Photo of a retro back veranda in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Hoover AL Open Porch Makeover With Screens
Hoover AL Open Porch Makeover With Screens
Archadeck of BirminghamArchadeck of Birmingham
This project encompassed not only the addition of screens to the existing porch cover, but we also added substantial posts and framing. The exterior is finished with the same Hardie siding present on the home’s exterior. It is as if the screened addition was always there — only someone who knew the area was originally was a covered porch would be the wiser! Taking the details a step farther, we also installed the french doors you see in the picture above to allow more light into the home and better access to the screened porch.
Home Renovation
Home Renovation
C and D Construction and Design LLCC and D Construction and Design LLC
Rear view of house after renovation. Courtyard patio at left side of picture had a very unstable roof structure over it. the owners decided for budget and safety reasons to just remove the roof structure, leaving the courtyard/patio open. The entire back of the house had been obscured by overgrown trees and shrubs; the rock on the right side had to be completely removed and relaid; the back porch had to be restructured, which gave us the opportunity to use an old window from the breezeway to expand the bank of windows, giving a better view of the private back yard.
Resort style mid-century modern living spaces
Resort style mid-century modern living spaces
Luciole Design Inc.Luciole Design Inc.
Design ideas for a large retro back veranda in Sacramento with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Lost Creek Remodel
Lost Creek Remodel
Oliver Custom HomesOliver Custom Homes
To further ensure an uninterrupted view of the hills, the porch off the dining and living rooms has a glass railing. Builder: Oliver Custom Homes Architect: Barley|Pfeiffer Interior Designer: Panache Interiors Photographer: Mark Adams Media
3 Season's Porch
3 Season's Porch
Creative Design GuildCreative Design Guild
A bright and lively entertaining area for you and your guests! Cushions refreshed in stripes and solid Sunbrella fabrics,
This is an example of a medium sized retro back screened veranda in Detroit with decking and a roof extension.
Apartment on Bar Ilan Street, Beit Shemesh
Apartment on Bar Ilan Street, Beit Shemesh
Josh Epstein RealtyJosh Epstein Realty
Design ideas for a medium sized retro back veranda in Other.
9654 Montelanico LOOP 203
9654 Montelanico LOOP 203
Engel & Volkers Naples Bonita-EsteroEngel & Volkers Naples Bonita-Estero
FULL GOLF MEMBERSHIP INCLUDED! Step inside to this fabulous 2nd floor Bellisimo VII coach home built in 2019 with an attached one car garage, exceptional modern design & views overlooking the golf course and lake. The den & main living areas of the home boast high tray ceilings, crown molding, wood flooring, modern fixtures, electric fireplace, hurricane impact windows, and desired open living, making this a great place to entertain family and friends. The eat-in kitchen is white & bright complimented with a custom backsplash and features a large center quartz island & countertops for dining and prep-work, 42' white cabinetry, GE stainless steel appliances, and pantry. The private, western-facing master bedroom possesses an oversized walk-in closet, his and her sinks, ceramic tile and spacious clear glassed chrome shower. The main living flows seamlessly onto the screened lanai for all to enjoy those sunset views over the golf course and lake. Esplanade Golf & CC is ideally located in North Naples with amenity rich lifestyle & resort style amenities including: golf course, resort pool, cabanas, walking trails, 6 tennis courts, dog park, fitness center, salon, tiki bar & more!
Mid Century Modern Addition
Mid Century Modern Addition
Cox Architecture and DesignCox Architecture and Design
Medium sized retro back veranda in Charlotte.
Red Mid-Centtury Modern Condo
Red Mid-Centtury Modern Condo
Total HomeTotal Home
Home Staging - Porch
Photo of a retro back veranda in Ottawa with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Laramie Residence
Laramie Residence
Ryan Duebber Architect, LLCRyan Duebber Architect, LLC
Laramie Residence - Screened porch and mudroom additions Ross Van Pelt Photography
Photo of a medium sized retro back screened veranda in Cincinnati with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Devonwood Midcentury
Devonwood Midcentury
Neo and AssociatesNeo and Associates
Inspiration for a retro back veranda in Los Angeles with a pergola.
Devonwood Midcentury
Devonwood Midcentury
Neo and AssociatesNeo and Associates
This is an example of a midcentury back veranda in Los Angeles with a pergola.
Hampton
Hampton
place architecture:designplace architecture:design
Our clients’ goal was to add an exterior living-space to the rear of their mid-century modern home. They wanted a place to sit, relax, grill, and entertain while enjoying the serenity of the landscape. Using natural materials, we created an elongated porch to provide seamless access and flow to-and-from their indoor and outdoor spaces. The shape of the angled roof, overhanging the seating area, and the tapered double-round steel columns create the essence of a timeless design that is synonymous with the existing mid-century house. The stone-filled rectangular slot, between the house and the covered porch, allows light to enter the existing interior and gives accessibility to the porch.
Hampton
Hampton
place architecture:designplace architecture:design
Our clients’ goal was to add an exterior living-space to the rear of their mid-century modern home. They wanted a place to sit, relax, grill, and entertain while enjoying the serenity of the landscape. Using natural materials, we created an elongated porch to provide seamless access and flow to-and-from their indoor and outdoor spaces. The shape of the angled roof, overhanging the seating area, and the tapered double-round steel columns create the essence of a timeless design that is synonymous with the existing mid-century house. The stone-filled rectangular slot, between the house and the covered porch, allows light to enter the existing interior and gives accessibility to the porch.
Ranch 31 - Mid-Century Modern Ranch in the Catskill Mountains
Ranch 31 - Mid-Century Modern Ranch in the Catskill Mountains
Charles Petersheim, BuilderCharles Petersheim, Builder
Generously sized deck and screen porch outside the great room of Ranch 31, a fantastic example of mid-century modern country. Located in the Catskill Mountains, this vacation home showcases danish modern interiors with sleek modern fixtures, blonde wood and white walls.
Ranch 33 - Deck
Ranch 33 - Deck
Charles Petersheim, BuilderCharles Petersheim, Builder
Perfect for grilling and outdoor seating, the open deck is accessible from the great room via the large sliding glass doors. A cozy screen porch is adjacent, with space for outdoor dining or a sitting area.
Ranch 33 - Screened-in Porch
Ranch 33 - Screened-in Porch
Charles Petersheim, BuilderCharles Petersheim, Builder
Cozy screened in porch is perfect for dining outdoors or as a sitting area. An essential feature of any cabin in the woods. Contrasting, light pine ceiling opens up the space.
Franklin Hills Midcentury
Franklin Hills Midcentury
Parson ArchitectureParson Architecture
Photos by Michael McNamara, Shooting LA
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury back veranda in Phoenix with decking.

Midcentury Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

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