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Eagle Creek Outdoor Living Space
Eagle Creek Outdoor Living Space
Adam Gibson DesignAdam Gibson Design
Previously a sun-drenched deck, unusable late afternoon because of the heat, and never utilized in the rain, the indoors seamlessly segues to the outdoors via Marvin's sliding wall system. Retractable Phantom Screens keep out the insects, and skylights let in the natural light stolen from the new roof. Powerful heaters and a fireplace warm it up during cool evenings.
Eagle Creek Outdoor Living Space
Eagle Creek Outdoor Living Space
T. Morgan Construction, Inc.T. Morgan Construction, Inc.
Indoor-Outdoor Living at its finest. This project created a space for entertainment and relaxation to be envied. With a sliding glass wall and retractable screens, the space provides convenient indoor-outdoor living in the summer. With a heaters and a cozy fireplace, this space is sure to be the pinnacle of cozy relaxation from the fall into the winter time. This living space adds a beauty and functionality to this home that is simply unmatched.
Catalina Natural Thin Stone Veneer Tight Fit Front Entrance
Catalina Natural Thin Stone Veneer Tight Fit Front Entrance
Quarry MillQuarry Mill
This beautiful drystack front entrance sitting area showcases the Quarry Mill's fieldledge style natural thin stone veneer. Catalina is a natural thin cut veneer stone with a vivid mix of colors. The colors are a mix of browns and tans with an occasional pink hue. Catalina is a blend of the different faces of the stone as it is quarried. The dark brown pieces have some weathering on them from being exposed to the elements. The lighter tans with some natural veining showcase the interior part of the stone or what is called the split-face. Split-face stone comes from splitting the stone with a hydraulic press. Catalina’s broad color range makes it a versatile option when incorporating other architectural elements.
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Gage Porch
Gage Porch
Wood Wise Design & RemodelingWood Wise Design & Remodeling
This mountain retreat-inspired porch is actually located in the heart of Raleigh NC. Designed with the existing house style and the wooded lot in mind, it is large and spacious, with plenty of room for family and friends.
Elmhurst New Transitional, 1 Year After Delivery
Elmhurst New Transitional, 1 Year After Delivery
Mondo Builders, Inc.Mondo Builders, Inc.
Classic veranda in Chicago.
Фотосъемка загородного дома
Фотосъемка загородного дома
Диана ГригорянДиана Григорян
Inspiration for a rustic veranda in Moscow.
James Island Estate
James Island Estate
Interiors by HerlongInteriors by Herlong
Inspiration for a coastal veranda in Charleston.
Lyon Village Whole House Remodel
Lyon Village Whole House Remodel
Atlas Moran ConstructionAtlas Moran Construction
The screen porch has a Fir beam ceiling, Ipe decking, and a flat screen TV mounted over a stone clad gas fireplace.
Photo of a large classic back screened wood railing veranda in DC Metro with decking and a roof extension.
Ideal Corner Setting
Ideal Corner Setting
Chapman Design Group, Inc.Chapman Design Group, Inc.
Herringbone Brick Paver Porch
Photo of a medium sized traditional front veranda in Atlanta with with columns and brick paving.
Casa Patio en Artola. Cabopino. Marbella
Casa Patio en Artola. Cabopino. Marbella
Rocio Navarro ArquitecturaRocio Navarro Arquitectura
This is an example of a small mediterranean side glass railing veranda in Malaga with a potted garden, tiled flooring and all types of cover.
Ann Arbor Screen Porch Addition
Ann Arbor Screen Porch Addition
Rochman Design-Build Inc.Rochman Design-Build Inc.
Photo of a contemporary back screened veranda in Detroit.
Screened Porch
Screened Porch
Wiedemann Architects LLCWiedemann Architects LLC
Screened Porch
Photo of a classic veranda in DC Metro.
Timeless Traditional
Timeless Traditional
Tindall Architecture WorkshopTindall Architecture Workshop
This is an example of a large traditional front veranda in Atlanta with with columns, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
PVC Porch Columns with Aluminum Railing
PVC Porch Columns with Aluminum Railing
Mjolnir ConstructionMjolnir Construction
Take a look at the striking porch columns and railing we designed and built for this customer! The PVC columns are supplied by Prestige DIY Products and constructed with a combination of a 12"x12"x40" box, and a 9" to 6" tapered column which sits on the box. Both the box and tapered column are plain panel and feature solid crown moulding trim for an elegant, yet modern appearance. Did you know our PVC columns are constructed with no visible fasteners! All trim is secured with highly durable PVC glue and double sided commercial grade tape. The column panels themselves are assembled using Smart Lock™ corner technology so you won't see any overlapping sides and finishing nails here, only perfectly mitered edges! We also installed solid wood blocking behind the PVC columns for a strong railing connection. The aluminum railing supplied by Imperial Kool Ray is the most popular among new home builders in the Ottawa area and for good reason. It’s ease of installation, strength and appearance makes it the first choice for any of our customers. We were also tasked with replacing a rather transparent vinyl fence with a more traditional solid panel to provide additional privacy in the backyard.
ASC Speaking English
ASC Speaking English
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
This is an example of a traditional veranda in Chicago.
Dana Street
Dana Street
Studio Evloh LLC Interior Architecture & DesignStudio Evloh LLC Interior Architecture & Design
This is an example of a small modern back screened metal railing veranda in Raleigh with a roof extension.
Buckhead Estate
Buckhead Estate
Vincent Longo Custom BuildersVincent Longo Custom Builders
Traditional veranda in Atlanta.
Front Porch
Front Porch
Forte Building Group, LLCForte Building Group, LLC
This is an example of a large traditional veranda in Nashville.
Ashley River Residence
Ashley River Residence
Priester's Custom Contracting, LLCPriester's Custom Contracting, LLC
Photo of a coastal veranda in Charleston.

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.
A relaxing rocking-chair front porch viewing nearby fields
A relaxing rocking-chair front porch viewing nearby fields
plan + design inc.plan + design inc.
Design ideas for a rural veranda in Atlanta.
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