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Porch
Porch
Rock Paper HammerRock Paper Hammer
Design ideas for a rustic screened veranda in Louisville with decking.
Three seasons of happiness encompass this deck and three season room addition
Three seasons of happiness encompass this deck and three season room addition
Archadeck of Suburban BostonArchadeck of Suburban Boston
The design of this three season room is light and airy. Photos by Archadeck of Suburban Boston
Photo of a traditional veranda in Boston.
Renovation: Senoia Farmhouse
Renovation: Senoia Farmhouse
Historical ConceptsHistorical Concepts
Laurey W. Glenn (courtesy Southern Living)
This is an example of a country veranda in Atlanta with decking and a roof extension.
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Lake House
Lake House
Karen Kempf InteriorsKaren Kempf Interiors
This family’s second home was designed to reflect their love of the beach and easy weekend living. Low maintenance materials were used so their time here could be focused on fun and not on worrying about or caring for high maintenance elements. Copyright 2012 Milwaukee Magazine/Photos by Adam Ryan Morris at Morris Creative, LLC.
New Marlborough Residential
New Marlborough Residential
edm architecture & engineering, p.cedm architecture & engineering, p.c
Rob Karosis, Master Planning, terraces,
This is an example of a large traditional front veranda in Boston with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Lower Hay Lake 1 Porch
Lower Hay Lake 1 Porch
Lands End Development - Designers & BuildersLands End Development - Designers & Builders
Inspiration for a large rustic back screened veranda in Minneapolis with a roof extension.
Cliffs Valley
Cliffs Valley
BlueStone Construction, LLCBlueStone Construction, LLC
Wonderful outdoor living space, motorized Phantom screens open up to incredible mountain view. Woodburning masonry fireplace with real stacked stone veneer, stone mantle
IRB House Restoration
IRB House Restoration
J. S. Perry & Co., Inc.J. S. Perry & Co., Inc.
Design Styles Architecure, Inc. Automatic screens were installed to give privacy and fredom from flying insects Demolition was no foregone conclusion when this oceanfront beach home was purchased by in New England business owner with the vision. His early childhood dream was brought to fruition as we meticulously restored and rebuilt to current standards this 1919 vintage Beach bungalow. Reset it completely with new systems and electronics, this award-winning home had its original charm returned to it in spades. This unpretentious masterpiece exudes understated elegance, exceptional livability and warmth.
Arts and Crafts
Arts and Crafts
Richard Leggin ArchitectsRichard Leggin Architects
Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front veranda in DC Metro with a roof extension.
Hillgrove
Hillgrove
Tim Barber ArchitectsTim Barber Architects
Karyn Millet Photography
Classic veranda in Los Angeles with decking and a roof extension.
Pinewold Cottage
Pinewold Cottage
Whitten ArchitectsWhitten Architects
photography by Rob Karosis
Photo of a coastal veranda in Portland Maine with decking and a roof extension.
Screened Porch with lattice finish
Screened Porch with lattice finish
EASYdesignsEASYdesigns
A screen porch is a perfect place to enjoy the outdoors even in the rain! The tongue & groove lattice both above and below the screens creates striking and sturdy walls that wrap the entire porch. This outdoor room is a little mixture of a life time of collections - vintage wicker furniture, cask iron coffee table, garden stools, candles and an array of plants - all make this space a cozy and comfy spot to enjoy the view!
Old Naples
Old Naples
A Lantz Design and Lantz CollectiveA Lantz Design and Lantz Collective
Inspiration for a beach style veranda in Miami.
San Antonio - Private Pergola
San Antonio - Private Pergola
Superior Outdoor DesignsSuperior Outdoor Designs
Design ideas for a veranda in Austin.
Bethesda Bungalow
Bethesda Bungalow
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build
This is an example of a medium sized traditional side screened veranda in DC Metro.
Outdoor Dining
Outdoor Dining
TCP Custom Outdoor LivingTCP Custom Outdoor Living
Veranda in Houston.
Naples House | Renovation
Naples House | Renovation
Bria Hammel InteriorsBria Hammel Interiors
This is an example of a beach style veranda in Miami.
Coffee and Tea in the Scullery: Front Porch
Coffee and Tea in the Scullery: Front Porch
Tamara Day DesignTamara Day Design
This is an example of a medium sized front metal railing veranda in Kansas City with with columns, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Cottagewood Gables
Cottagewood Gables
Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.
Contractor: Kyle Hunt & Partners Interiors: Alecia Stevens Interiors Landscape: Yardscapes, Inc. Photos: Scott Amundson
This is an example of a back screened veranda in Minneapolis with a roof extension.

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.
#7737 Petra Horizontal Porch Rail
#7737 Petra Horizontal Porch Rail
Great Lakes Metal FabricationGreat Lakes Metal Fabrication
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front metal railing veranda in Detroit with with columns, brick paving and a roof extension.
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