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Inspiration for a farmhouse veranda in Buckinghamshire.
Country New Build, Buckinghamshire
By Janine Stone & Co.

Inspiration for a farmhouse veranda in Buckinghamshire.
overhang size around house? and rail design? - georgieporgy

This is an example of a mediterranean veranda with a pergola.
Ibiza Old finca restoration
By Karina Goncharova

This is an example of a mediterranean veranda with a pergola.
Loving this lampshade looks like a bee hive - miaandkarim

This is an example of a farmhouse veranda in Other.
The Carney's
By Welsh Oak Frame

This is an example of a farmhouse veranda in Other.
Overhanging space for a summerhouse - webuser_489867616

Inspiration for a medium sized nautical veranda in Gloucestershire.
Summer House
By Oliver Grahame Photography

Inspiration for a medium sized nautical veranda in Gloucestershire.
Could have back room and conservatory replacement to similar design so they reflect each other and each link with natural patio area to bring the garden into the house - liz_keenan12

Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back veranda in Minneapolis with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Old Beach Road
By Studio M Interiors

Scott Amundson Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back veranda in Minneapolis with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Like the layout but not ayyy windows - caroline_pearce4

This is an example of a traditional back screened veranda in Minneapolis with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Carman Bay Cottage (Lake Minnetonka)
By John Kraemer & Sons

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architect: Swan Architecture | Interiors: Katie Redpath Constable | Landscaping: Bechler Landscapes | Photography: Landmark Photography
doors - therussiansonja

Inspiration for a large modern back screened veranda in Dallas with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Santa Barbara Modern
By Faulkner Perrin Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large modern back screened veranda in Dallas with concrete paving and a roof extension.
insect shutters - abrxx

This is an example of a classic front veranda in Chicago with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Just hanging around
By Amy Storm & Company

Joe Kwon Photography
This is an example of a classic front veranda in Chicago with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Front garden? Not the swing but a similar wooden bench on these slabs with nice simple plant pots - petegaskell11

This is an example of a rustic veranda in Other with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Gordon Residence
By Dovetail Construction

This is an example of a rustic veranda in Other with a fire feature and a roof extension.
The Furniture and the fireplace - crusinchrissy

Coastal veranda in Richmond.
Stone Country House
By M. Carter Design

Coastal veranda in Richmond.

This is an example of a medium sized farmhouse front veranda in Richmond with decking and a roof extension.
Rockville
By Jennifer Radakovic Design

This is an example of a medium sized farmhouse front veranda in Richmond with decking and a roof extension.
Gorgeous front door - knellums

Inspiration for a rustic veranda in Other with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Lake Keowee, SC Custom Home Patio
By Dillard-Jones Builders, LLC

Inspiro 8
Inspiration for a rustic veranda in Other with a fireplace and a roof extension.

Design ideas for a veranda.
Lakeside Rustic: Lake Keowee
By T.S. Adams Studio, Architects

Emily Followill
Design ideas for a veranda.

Inspiration for a rustic veranda in Dallas with a roof extension and a fire feature.
Outdoor Living Areas & Pools
By Simmons Estate Homes

Inspiration for a rustic veranda in Dallas with a roof extension and a fire feature.
Ott but this is the general idea for the veranda - loulou2032

Design ideas for a large rural back veranda in Boston with a fire feature, a roof extension and decking.
Lynnfield Farmhouse - Cummings Architects
By Cummings Architecture + Interiors

When Cummings Architects first met with the owners of this understated country farmhouse, the building’s layout and design was an incoherent jumble. The original bones of the building were almost unrecognizable. All of the original windows, doors, flooring, and trims – even the country kitchen – had been removed. Mathew and his team began a thorough design discovery process to find the design solution that would enable them to breathe life back into the old farmhouse in a way that acknowledged the building’s venerable history while also providing for a modern living by a growing family. The redesign included the addition of a new eat-in kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, wrap around porch, and stone fireplaces. To begin the transforming restoration, the team designed a generous, twenty-four square foot kitchen addition with custom, farmers-style cabinetry and timber framing. The team walked the homeowners through each detail the cabinetry layout, materials, and finishes. Salvaged materials were used and authentic craftsmanship lent a sense of place and history to the fabric of the space. The new master suite included a cathedral ceiling showcasing beautifully worn salvaged timbers. The team continued with the farm theme, using sliding barn doors to separate the custom-designed master bath and closet. The new second-floor hallway features a bold, red floor while new transoms in each bedroom let in plenty of light. A summer stair, detailed and crafted with authentic details, was added for additional access and charm. Finally, a welcoming farmer’s porch wraps around the side entry, connecting to the rear yard via a gracefully engineered grade. This large outdoor space provides seating for large groups of people to visit and dine next to the beautiful outdoor landscape and the new exterior stone fireplace. Though it had temporarily lost its identity, with the help of the team at Cummings Architects, this lovely farmhouse has regained not only its former charm but also a new life through beautifully integrated modern features designed for today’s family. Photo by Eric Roth
outdoor fireplace - johnb69

Design ideas for a country veranda in San Francisco.
New home in Campbell
By Agnieszka Jakubowicz PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography: Agnieszka Jakubowicz / Design+Build: Robson Homes
Design ideas for a country veranda in San Francisco.

This is an example of a farmhouse back screened veranda in New Orleans with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Grand Bayou Lakehouse - Farmer Payne Architects
By Farmer Payne Architects - Sun Valley

www.farmerpaynearchitects.com
This is an example of a farmhouse back screened veranda in New Orleans with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
This is what I want! - webuser_252217750

Photo of a large farmhouse back veranda in Nashville with a fireplace, decking and a roof extension.
Franklin, TN Remodel
By Peach and Pine Home

Photo of a large farmhouse back veranda in Nashville with a fireplace, decking and a roof extension.

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.

Whether you want inspiration for planning a veranda renovation or are building a designer veranda from scratch, Houzz has 123,195 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Welsh Oak Frame and Peach and Pine Home. Look through veranda photos in different colours and styles and when you find a veranda design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful veranda ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.
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