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Purple Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

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Costa Del Rey Back Porch, Pavilion and Outdoor Kitchen
Costa Del Rey Back Porch, Pavilion and Outdoor Kitchen
WellDone Building ProjectsWellDone Building Projects
Design ideas for a classic back veranda in Houston with natural stone paving, a roof extension and a bbq area.
A Residence in Alys Beach, Florida
A Residence in Alys Beach, Florida
Christ & Associates, Architects & PlannersChrist & Associates, Architects & Planners
Design ideas for a large mediterranean back veranda in Miami with natural stone paving, a roof extension and a bbq area.
The Barkely Family Home
The Barkely Family Home
Hearthstone IncHearthstone Inc
Although they were happy living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Bill and Kay Barkley longed to call Prairie Oaks Ranch, their 5,000-acre working cattle ranch, home. Wanting to preserve what was already there, the Barkleys chose a Timberlake-style log home with similar design features such as square logs and dovetail notching. The Barkleys worked closely with Hearthstone and general contractor Harold Tucker to build their single-level, 4,848-square-foot home crafted of eastern white pine logs. But it is inside where Southern hospitality and log-home grandeur are taken to a new level of sophistication with it’s elaborate and eclectic mix of old and new. River rock fireplaces in the formal and informal living rooms, numerous head mounts and beautifully worn furniture add to the rural charm. One of the home's most unique features is the front door, which was salvaged from an old Irish castle. Kay discovered it at market in High Point, North Carolina. Weighing in at nearly 1,000 pounds, the door and its casing had to be set with eight-inch long steel bolts. The home is positioned so that the back screened porch overlooks the valley and one of the property's many lakes. When the sun sets, lighted fountains in the lake turn on, creating the perfect ending to any day. “I wanted our home to have contrast,” shares Kay. “So many log homes reflect a ski lodge or they have a country or a Southwestern theme; I wanted my home to have a mix of everything.” And surprisingly, it all comes together beautifully.
Screened Porch
Screened Porch
Rock Paper HammerRock Paper Hammer
Photo by Andrew Hyslop
Design ideas for a small traditional back veranda in Louisville with decking, a roof extension and feature lighting.
Goodwood Poll House Baton Rouge
Goodwood Poll House Baton Rouge
Lynch Construction GroupLynch Construction Group
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back veranda in New Orleans with a roof extension and a bar area.
Bringing The Inside Outside: Optimize Your Outdoor Living Space
Bringing The Inside Outside: Optimize Your Outdoor Living Space
Atlas Roofing - ShinglesAtlas Roofing - Shingles
Photo of a classic back veranda in Atlanta with a roof extension, concrete slabs and a bbq area.
Outdoor Living - Enclosed Patio, Porch or Deck
Outdoor Living - Enclosed Patio, Porch or Deck
Weatherwell Elite - Aluminum ShuttersWeatherwell Elite - Aluminum Shutters
Weatherwell Aluminum shutters were used to turn this deck from an open unusable space to a private and luxurious outdoor living space with lounge area, dining area, and jacuzzi. The Aluminum shutters were used to create privacy from the next door neighbors, with the front shutters really authenticating the appearance of a true outdoor room.The outlook was able to be controlled with the moveable blades.
Custom Home
Custom Home
SARAN INTERIORSSARAN INTERIORS
Design ideas for a large world-inspired back veranda in Other with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Staying On Top
Staying On Top
Teakwood Builders, Inc.Teakwood Builders, Inc.
Large outdoor seating space with a stone wood burning fireplace and sweeping views of Lake George Scott Bergmann Photography
Photo of an expansive contemporary back veranda in Boston with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Gazebo Wood Burning Stove
Gazebo Wood Burning Stove
Fishaus BuildersFishaus Builders
Wood burning stove in featured in this three season gazebo.
Photo of a medium sized farmhouse back veranda in Other with a fire feature and brick paving.
TREE HOUSE
TREE HOUSE
MarvinMarvin
We call this home in Westport, CT the "Tree House" , because of it's unique setting down a long private drive, set on a sloping hill surrounded by protected woodlands. From every vantage point in the house we wanted to see eye level with the beautiful mature deciduous trees.. The Integrity fixed, casement and awning windows were successfully used to wrap the corners as well as provide "framed picture windows", giving an enhanced feeling like that of being in a big tree house.
Screen Porches
Screen Porches
Core Outdoor LivingCore Outdoor Living
Screened Porch with Hip Roof and Tray Ceiling. Prefinished Clear Pine Ceiling Below Rafters over Composite Deck Floor.
Photo of an expansive classic back screened veranda in DC Metro with decking and a roof extension.
screened porch
screened porch
Black Tusk Development Group Ltd.Black Tusk Development Group Ltd.
Medium sized contemporary back screened veranda in Toronto with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Flintrock Residence
Flintrock Residence
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Twist Tours Photography
Contemporary back veranda in Austin.
Загородный дом в посёлке Montevil - экстерьеры
Загородный дом в посёлке Montevil - экстерьеры
Архитектурное бюро ГлушковаАрхитектурное бюро Глушкова
Архитекторы: Дмитрий Глушков, Фёдор Селенин; Фото: Антон Лихтарович
Design ideas for a large scandi back glass railing veranda in Moscow with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and an awning.
Twilight Lanai-3 Story Modern Vacation Home
Twilight Lanai-3 Story Modern Vacation Home
Landmark Custom Builder & Remodeling, LLCLandmark Custom Builder & Remodeling, LLC
Outdoor Kitchen, Lanai and Pool
Photo of a large classic back veranda in Orlando with natural stone paving.
Front and Back Patio - Albuquerque, NM Porches, Patios, Decks
Front and Back Patio - Albuquerque, NM Porches, Patios, Decks
Sharp Industries, LLCSharp Industries, LLC
Lora Lee Ortiz
This is an example of a small back veranda in Albuquerque with brick paving and a roof extension.
Long Beach Backyard Deck
Long Beach Backyard Deck
studio of h + ostudio of h + o
studio of h + o
Design ideas for a small mediterranean back veranda in Los Angeles with decking and a roof extension.
Cape May Point, NJ Beach House
Cape May Point, NJ Beach House
Hawthorne Davis DevelopmentHawthorne Davis Development
Jim Rambo - Architectural Photography
Coastal back screened veranda in Philadelphia with natural stone paving.
Eclectic Waterfront
Eclectic Waterfront
Solid TopsSolid Tops
Photography: Jake Melrose
Photo of a medium sized traditional back veranda in Baltimore with tiled flooring, a roof extension and a bar area.

Purple Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

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