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Midcentury Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

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Hampton
Hampton
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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 Dressing
Ranch Dressing
Michael Ross Kersting Architecture, P.A.Michael Ross Kersting Architecture, P.A.
Renovation update and addition to a vintage 1960's suburban ranch house. Bauen Group - Contractor Rick Ricozzi - Photographer
Inspiration for a medium sized retro back veranda in Other with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Mid-Century Modern, Whole House Renovation in Spring Mill Indianapolis
Mid-Century Modern, Whole House Renovation in Spring Mill Indianapolis
WrightWorks, LLCWrightWorks, LLC
The screened porch is covered by an extension of the main roof and features a Malm Zircon 30 wood burning fireplace. Photo by Christopher Wright, CR
Large retro back screened veranda in Indianapolis with a roof extension.
Devonwood Midcentury
Devonwood Midcentury
Neo and AssociatesNeo and Associates
Photo of a retro back veranda in Los Angeles with a pergola.
PBH Keith Heights
PBH Keith Heights
PBH DesignPBH Design
Photo of a large midcentury back veranda in Dallas with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Ranch Dressing
Ranch Dressing
Michael Ross Kersting Architecture, P.A.Michael Ross Kersting Architecture, P.A.
Renovation update and addition to a vintage 1960's suburban ranch house. Bauen Group - Contractor Rick Ricozzi - Photographer
Photo of a medium sized retro back veranda in Other with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Mid Century Cottage
Mid Century Cottage
James Andrus Construction, Inc.James Andrus Construction, Inc.
Nouveau Photo/ James Andrus Construction, Inc. Design & Build./ Kevin Gossen Architects/ Amy Domas Interior Design
Photo of a medium sized midcentury back veranda in New Orleans with an outdoor kitchen and decking.
Kensington Addition
Kensington Addition
AXIS ARCHITECTSAXIS ARCHITECTS
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury back screened veranda in DC Metro with a roof extension.
Home Addition Takoma Park
Home Addition Takoma Park
AXIS ARCHITECTSAXIS ARCHITECTS
Screened in porch. Looking at the backyard
This is an example of a large retro back screened veranda in DC Metro with decking and a roof extension.
Mid-Century Modern Landscape
Mid-Century Modern Landscape
Inge Daniels Design LLCInge Daniels Design LLC
Covered Dining porch edged with xeriscape plantings in a gravel bed
This is an example of a small midcentury back veranda in Boston with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
Working from the home outward is the screened porch addition. The screened porch was designed with a gable roof. We left the end of the gable open to bring the most benefit within the interior of the porch. The open end allows for air circulation and natural light to flow into the room. By using the Screeneze screening system, we were able to convey an open and airy feel within the porch. This is because Screeneze can span wider distances than traditional screening method delivering unobstructed views. Their tagline is Bringing the Outdoors In, and that is certainly what this screened method does.
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
Working from the home outward is the screened porch addition. The screened porch was designed with a gable roof. We left the end of the gable open to bring the most benefit within the interior of the porch. The open end allows for air circulation and natural light to flow into the room. By using the Screeneze screening system, we were able to convey an open and airy feel within the porch. This is because Screeneze can span wider distances than traditional screening method delivering unobstructed views. Their tagline is Bringing the Outdoors In, and that is certainly what this screened method does.
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
The project we designed and built for these Dallas clients includes a screened porch with an outdoor kitchen//serving area, a spacious patio with custom fire feature and more. What is so beneficial about this type of design is how each element works in unison with the other. Different zones were created to address each function these homeowner’s wanted to enjoy in their backyard. Much like a well-oiled machine, each zone flows into another and unifies to feel like one large outdoor living room.
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
The homeowners wanted a more rustic and natural look for the porch floor, to satisfy this request we installed a KDAT pressure treated wooden floor. KDAT is kiln-dried to give you the appearance of a composite with the natural beauty and character of real wood. Dried to its original moisture content in a controlled environment, the wood dries evenly to minimize the natural tendency of freshly treated lumber to shrink, cup or warp. For added impact, Archadeck of NE Dallas-Southlake also installed the flooring using a patchwork design. We stained the floor in Dark Walnut and used extra Walnut along the border for contrast.
Lowcountry Bungalow
Lowcountry Bungalow
Indigo Alley InteriorsIndigo Alley Interiors
Inspiration for a retro back veranda in Charleston with a roof extension.
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
The project we designed and built for these Dallas clients includes a screened porch with an outdoor kitchen//serving area, a spacious patio with custom fire feature and more. What is so beneficial about this type of design is how each element works in unison with the other. Different zones were created to address each function these homeowner’s wanted to enjoy in their backyard. Much like a well-oiled machine, each zone flows into another and unifies to feel like one large outdoor living room.
Preston Hollow Mid-Century Inspired Outdoor Living Marvel
Preston Hollow Mid-Century Inspired Outdoor Living Marvel
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
We created a screened enclosure over the pool with a matching screened cabana nearby.
Midcentury back veranda in Dallas with tiled flooring.
Heights Area Bungalow
Heights Area Bungalow
The Staging TeamThe Staging Team
Retro back veranda in Houston.
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.
Preston Hollow Mid-Century Inspired Outdoor Living Marvel
Preston Hollow Mid-Century Inspired Outdoor Living Marvel
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
Stunning new screened pool cover in Preston Hollow designed and built by Archadeck of NE Dallas-Southlake. The screened structures have pine tongue-and-groove ceilings with a clear coat stain that brings out the wood’s light color. The walls are cedar and the posts are cedar which we stained in walnut. We matched their home’s shed roof, which ties the new structures in with the mid-century modern style of the home.

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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