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Elm Street Front Porch Remodel
Elm Street Front Porch Remodel
Anthony James Master Builders, LLCAnthony James Master Builders, LLC
This beautiful home in Westfield, NJ needed a little front porch TLC. Anthony James Master builders came in and secured the structure by replacing the old columns with brand new custom columns. The team created custom screens for the side porch area creating two separate spaces that can be enjoyed throughout the warmer and cooler New Jersey months.
Mallorca Chandelier
Mallorca Chandelier
Laura Lee DesignsLaura Lee Designs
Chandelier, Laura Lee Designs
Photo of a victorian veranda in San Diego with a roof extension and a living wall.
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
Victorian Heirloom
Victorian Heirloom
Eberlein Design Consultants Ltd.Eberlein Design Consultants Ltd.
Photo Credit Tom Crane
Victorian veranda in Philadelphia with a roof extension.
Jetties House
Jetties House
Chip Webster ArchitectureChip Webster Architecture
Architecture:Chip Webster Architecture Interiors: Kathleen Hay
Medium sized victorian front veranda in Boston with decking and a roof extension.
Heritage Home with a Tropical-type Oasis in the Upper Ottawa Valley
Heritage Home with a Tropical-type Oasis in the Upper Ottawa Valley
M A Jaworski Landscape DesignM A Jaworski Landscape Design
Since the front yard is North-facing, shade-tolerant plants like hostas, ferns and yews will be great foundation plantings here. In addition to these, the Victorians were fond of palm trees, so these shade-loving palms are at home here during clement weather, but will get indoor protection during the winter. Photo credit: E. Jenvey
Historic Porch Remodel
Historic Porch Remodel
Black Bear BuildersBlack Bear Builders
Beaded pine ceiling, mahogany decking, custom cypress railing system, custom square columns and header panel moldings. Meghan Zajac (MJFZ Photography)
Custom house
Custom house
Neerland Building & RemodelingNeerland Building & Remodeling
Photo of a medium sized victorian front veranda in Philadelphia with decking and a roof extension.
Victorian Front Porch
Victorian Front Porch
Degnan Design-Build-RemodelDegnan Design-Build-Remodel
We rebuilt the porch underneath the existing roof. It was shored up during construction, as the structure, roof membrane, ceiling and trim board were all in great condition. This included removing the old porch below, augering & pouring new footings, building the new porch floor structure, and then fitting in the permanent structural fiberglass columns to support it. A&J Photography, Inc.
Historic Porch & siding Restoration - 19th Century Victorian
Historic Porch & siding Restoration - 19th Century Victorian
J.P. Hoffman Design BuildJ.P. Hoffman Design Build
"Beginning to end, it honestly has been a pleasure to work with Jason. He possesses a rare combination of attributes that afford him the simultaneous perspective of an architect, an engineer, and a builder. In our case, the end result is a unique, well thought out, elegant extension of our home that truly reflects our highest aspirations. I can not recommend Jason highly enough, and am already planning our next collaboration." - Homeowner This 19th Century home received a front porch makeover. The historic renovation consisted of: 1) Demolishing the old porch 2) Installing new footings for the extended wrap around porch 3) New 10" round columns and western red cedar railings and balusters. 4) New Ipe flooring 5) Refinished the front door (done by homeowner) 6) New siding and re trimmed windows
Evanston Front Porch Addition
Evanston Front Porch Addition
Leader BuildersLeader Builders
Inspiration for a victorian front veranda in Boston with a roof extension.
Shingle Style Front Porch Remodel
Shingle Style Front Porch Remodel
studio | TRACE, pllcstudio | TRACE, pllc
Inspiration for a medium sized victorian front veranda in Raleigh with decking and a roof extension.
Porch Renovation
Porch Renovation
James C Schell LLCJames C Schell LLC
Inside and out, this was not a quickie look-good-from-the-curb project. The owners wanted to wipe away 100 years of age from the entire porch. James C Schell
Total Restoration - La France - Atlanta
Total Restoration - La France - Atlanta
The Baldwin Architectural GroupThe Baldwin Architectural Group
Inspiration for a medium sized victorian front veranda in Atlanta with decking and a roof extension.
Victorian Home
Victorian Home
Ashbourne DesignsAshbourne Designs
Picturing feature our pup, Cooper! Photography credit to Ric Marder.
Design ideas for a medium sized victorian front veranda in New York with decking and a roof extension.
Front Door Finishes
Front Door Finishes
UserUser
This is an example of a medium sized victorian front veranda in Raleigh with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Porch
Porch
Todd Remington ArchitectTodd Remington Architect
David Patterson
This is an example of a victorian veranda in Denver with decking, a roof extension and feature lighting.
Highland Farm Residence
Highland Farm Residence
Whitten ArchitectsWhitten Architects
photography by Brian Vandenbrink
Victorian screened veranda in Portland Maine with a roof extension.
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.
Architectural Millwork - Exterior
Architectural Millwork - Exterior
C&M WoodworkingC&M Woodworking
Photography by Sam Gray
This is an example of a victorian side veranda in Boston with natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Victorian Veranda with All Types of Cover 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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