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Victorian Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

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Porch Addition
Porch Addition
J. Francis Company LLCJ. Francis Company LLC
About: Abandoned two years ago by a previous contractor, and overwhelmed by the challenges associated with building an updated porch respectful to this Queen Anne style home, J. Francis Company, LLC was referred to the customer by Maynes & Associates, Architects. Perched at the highest point on the North Side with a panoramic view is where Deb Mortillaro and Mike Gonze make their residence. Owners of the famous Dreadnought Wines and Palate Partners in the Strip District of Pittsburgh, Deb & Mike wanted a porch to use for entertaining & wine tasting parties. Design features include reuse of original porch footers, mahogany tongue & groove flooring, a railing system that compliments the original design yet complies with the code and features a clear coated Cyprus top rail. The original porch columns were most likely stone bases with wood posts that have been replaced with columns to enhance the updated look. The curved corner has been reproduced including a custom-built curved handrail. The whole porch comes together, tying in the red mahogany floor, Cyprus handrail, and stained bead board ceiling. The finished result is a breathtakingly beautiful wrap-around porch with ample room for guests and entertaining. Testimonial: "Our beloved porch had been taken down to be rebuilt for two years before we met the great folks at J. Francis Company. We knew this porch had great potential and all it would take was the right people to make it happen - ones with vision and great craftsmanship. In conjunction with our architect, Greg Maynes, Dave Myers of J. Francis Company guided this project along with tremendous skill and patience. His creative suggestions and practical thought made the process painless and exciting. The head carpenter JK was a marvel and added touches that made a spectacular difference. We use our home and especially this porch to entertain both clients and friends throughout the year. They all have been anxiously waiting to hear that it is done. A pleasant surprise will be theirs when they arrive."
Custom Design Work
Custom Design Work
From Europe To YouFrom Europe To You
This is an example of a victorian back veranda in New York.
New Canaan Renovation
New Canaan Renovation
Julianne StirlingJulianne Stirling
Nancy Hill
Design ideas for a medium sized victorian back screened veranda in New York with a roof extension.
Judkins Park Jewelbox Victorian
Judkins Park Jewelbox Victorian
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Photo by Cindy Apple
Photo of a medium sized victorian back wood railing veranda in Seattle with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Screened Porch Addition
Screened Porch Addition
Grove ArchitectsGrove Architects
This is an example of a victorian back screened wood railing veranda in Cincinnati with decking and a roof extension.
New Old House
New Old House
Jennifer Markanich Timeless InteriorsJennifer Markanich Timeless Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized victorian back veranda in Nashville with a roof extension and decking.
Victorian Veranda
Victorian Veranda
Large victorian back veranda in Cheshire with tiled flooring.
New Canaan Shingle Style
New Canaan Shingle Style
Michael Smith ArchitectsMichael Smith Architects
Laura Moss
Design ideas for a large victorian back veranda in New York with a roof extension and natural stone paving.
Our Work
Our Work
Screens of Kentucky, LLCScreens of Kentucky, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized victorian back screened veranda in Louisville with decking and a roof extension.
Victorian Remodel
Victorian Remodel
Angela Klein, ArchitectAngela Klein, Architect
rear ADU entry, rear porch and steps
Photo of a victorian back wood railing veranda in San Francisco.
Hidden Bungalow and Gatehouse
Hidden Bungalow and Gatehouse
OLSON LEWIS + ArchitectsOLSON LEWIS + Architects
OL + expanded this North Shore waterfront bungalow to include a new library, two sleeping porches, a third floor billiard and game room, and added a conservatory. The design is influenced by the Arts and Crafts style of the existing house. A two-story gatehouse with similar architectural details, was designed to include a garage and second floor loft-style living quarters. The late landscape architect, Dale Wagner, developed the site to create picturesque views throughout the property as well as from every room. Contractor: Fanning Builders- Jamie Fanning Millwork & Carpentry: Slim Larson Design Photographer: Peter Vanderwarker Photography
Burns Avenue Screen Porch
Burns Avenue Screen Porch
Rod Sidley ArchitectsRod Sidley Architects
Mudroom and screen porch addition to 100+ year old Victorian house in the "Village" area of Wyoming
Medium sized victorian back screened veranda in Cincinnati.
Screened In Porches
Screened In Porches
Archadeck of West County - EllisvilleArchadeck of West County - Ellisville
A back porch addition provides a perfect in-between space for the house and yard. Designed and built with low maintenance white vinyl, the screened porch is durable and easy to care for with the endearing charm of days-gone-by. Project by Archadeck of West County and St. Charles County serving homeowners throughout Greater St. Louis Mo.
Humboldt Residence
Humboldt Residence
Peter Quinn Architects LLCPeter Quinn Architects LLC
Peter Quinn Architects Photograph by Matt Hayes
Small victorian back veranda in Boston with a roof extension.
Porch Addition
Porch Addition
J. Francis Company LLCJ. Francis Company LLC
About: Abandoned two years ago by a previous contractor, and overwhelmed by the challenges associated with building an updated porch respectful to this Queen Anne style home, J. Francis Company, LLC was referred to the customer by Maynes & Associates, Architects. Perched at the highest point on the North Side with a panoramic view is where Deb Mortillaro and Mike Gonze make their residence. Owners of the famous Dreadnought Wines and Palate Partners in the Strip District of Pittsburgh, Deb & Mike wanted a porch to use for entertaining & wine tasting parties. Design features include reuse of original porch footers, mahogany tongue & groove flooring, a railing system that compliments the original design yet complies with the code and features a clear coated Cyprus top rail. The original porch columns were most likely stone bases with wood posts that have been replaced with columns to enhance the updated look. The curved corner has been reproduced including a custom-built curved handrail. The whole porch comes together, tying in the red mahogany floor, Cyprus handrail, and stained bead board ceiling. The finished result is a breathtakingly beautiful wrap-around porch with ample room for guests and entertaining. Testimonial: "Our beloved porch had been taken down to be rebuilt for two years before we met the great folks at J. Francis Company. We knew this porch had great potential and all it would take was the right people to make it happen - ones with vision and great craftsmanship. In conjunction with our architect, Greg Maynes, Dave Myers of J. Francis Company guided this project along with tremendous skill and patience. His creative suggestions and practical thought made the process painless and exciting. The head carpenter JK was a marvel and added touches that made a spectacular difference. We use our home and especially this porch to entertain both clients and friends throughout the year. They all have been anxiously waiting to hear that it is done. A pleasant surprise will be theirs when they arrive."
Lake House
Lake House
Petite SurprisePetite Surprise
Love seat from Lexington with custom upholstered cushion and pillows using Ralph Lauren fabrics, end table from FCI, vintage wicker lamp Photo by Cecilia Anspach
New Old House
New Old House
Jennifer Markanich Timeless InteriorsJennifer Markanich Timeless Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized victorian back veranda in Nashville with decking and a roof extension.
Farm House Addition
Farm House Addition
Design West ArchitectsDesign West Architects
Five Hours West
Photo of a victorian back veranda in Other with concrete slabs and an awning.
Victorian Porch
Victorian Porch
tink8331tink8331
Victorian PVC back porch. Constructed by Chris Walsdorf, CW Contractors of Farmington, CT. Balusters by Durabrac Architectural Components in Florida.
Sunol Farmhouse
Sunol Farmhouse
Thomas Saxby ArchitectThomas Saxby Architect
Porch addition off the kitchen with views of the old barn and orchards.
Design ideas for a victorian back veranda with a roof extension.

Victorian Back Veranda Ideas and Designs

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