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Timber Column Porch
Timber Column Porch
Georgia Front PorchGeorgia Front Porch
This timber column porch replaced a small portico. It features a 7.5' x 24' premium quality pressure treated porch floor. Porch beam wraps, fascia, trim are all cedar. A shed-style, standing seam metal roof is featured in a burnished slate color. The porch also includes a ceiling fan and recessed lighting.
Lake House
Lake House
Crisp ArchitectsCrisp Architects
Rob Karosis
Photo of a traditional veranda in New York with a roof extension.
Greek Revival Remodel - Screened Porch
Greek Revival Remodel - Screened Porch
TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+BuildersTreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders
This home was completely renovated, including an addition. It was transformed from a Colonial style to Greek Revival, which was more fitting for the neighborhood. The screened porch was added as a part of the renovation, with Greek Revival style pillars separating the screens, and durable ipe decking for a floor.
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Patios & Sidewalks
Patios & Sidewalks
Global Garage - Concrete Coating SpecialistsGlobal Garage - Concrete Coating Specialists
Design ideas for a medium sized classic front veranda in Denver with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Point Clear Classic
Point Clear Classic
Walcott Adams Verneuille ArchitectsWalcott Adams Verneuille Architects
Photo of a traditional veranda in Other with a fire feature, decking and a roof extension.
Porches & Screened Porches
Porches & Screened Porches
Synergy OutdoorSynergy Outdoor
Photo of a medium sized classic back screened veranda in Atlanta.
Screened porch and pool
Screened porch and pool
Georgia Contractor Group Home BuildersGeorgia Contractor Group Home Builders
T&T Photos
This is an example of a medium sized classic back veranda in Atlanta with brick paving and a roof extension.
From Kids to Quiet
From Kids to Quiet
SV DesignSV Design
On the site of an old family summer cottage, nestled on a lake in upstate New York, rests this newly constructed year round residence. The house is designed for two, yet provides plenty of space for adult children and grandchildren to come and visit. The serenity of the lake is captured with an open floor plan, anchored by fireplaces to cozy up to. The public side of the house presents a subdued presence with a courtyard enclosed by three wings of the house. Photo Credit: David Lamb
Prospect Hill
Prospect Hill
Lovas Architects LLCLovas Architects LLC
Inspiration for a traditional veranda in New York.
Sandy Springs Screened Porch
Sandy Springs Screened Porch
Glazer Design & ConstructionGlazer Design & Construction
Design ideas for a classic veranda in Atlanta.
Shingle Style Lodge
Shingle Style Lodge
James McNeal Architecture and DesignJames McNeal Architecture and Design
Design ideas for a traditional veranda in Minneapolis.
Outdoor Living Space - Milford, Ohio
Outdoor Living Space - Milford, Ohio
OUTDOOR-FX INCOUTDOOR-FX INC
The perfect space for entertaining. Also.. this pergola is everything!
Inspiration for a classic veranda in Columbus.
Gray Gables
Gray Gables
Tongue & Groove Design + BuildTongue & Groove Design + Build
Medium sized classic front veranda in Other with a roof extension.
Tarrytown Bungalow
Tarrytown Bungalow
Barley|Pfeiffer ArchitectureBarley|Pfeiffer Architecture
Photo of a traditional veranda in Austin.
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.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Costili Cabinetry LLCCostili Cabinetry LLC
This is an example of a classic veranda in Atlanta with feature lighting.
Sun Rooms & Porches
Sun Rooms & Porches
Premier Builders, Inc.Premier Builders, Inc.
This is an example of a classic screened veranda in Other with decking.
St. Paul - French Country Estate
St. Paul - French Country Estate
Charlie & Co. Design, LtdCharlie & Co. Design, Ltd
Corey Gaffer
Traditional veranda in Minneapolis.
Cape Fear National Parade of Homes Model
Cape Fear National Parade of Homes Model
Mary Hannah InteriorsMary Hannah Interiors
This front porch was captured by Unique Media and Design.
This is an example of a medium sized classic front veranda in Other with concrete slabs and a roof extension.

Traditional Veranda Ideas and Designs

While they may not be as large as their US equivalents, in the UK and Ireland traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.
Lakeshore addition and remodel
Lakeshore addition and remodel
J.E. Kelley DesignsJ.E. Kelley Designs
Traditional veranda in Other.
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