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St. Paul French Country
St. Paul French Country
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architecture: Charlie & Co. Design | Interior Design: Martha O'Hara Interiors | Landscaping: TOPO | Photography: Gaffer Photography
Mill Spring Modern Farmhouse
Mill Spring Modern Farmhouse
Altura ArchitectsAltura Architects
Photography by Todd Crawford
This is an example of a large country veranda in Charlotte with natural stone paving, a roof extension and a bar area.
House on a Marsh
House on a Marsh
Peter McDonald ArchitectPeter McDonald Architect
Photo Credit: Michael J Lee
Medium sized beach style back screened veranda in Boston with concrete paving and a roof extension.
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Reclaim Project
Reclaim Project
ADŌR HomesADŌR Homes
Spacecrafting
Rustic veranda in Minneapolis.
CRAFTSMAN HOUSE
CRAFTSMAN HOUSE
Decosimo ArchitectsDecosimo Architects
Screened in rear porch
Design ideas for a medium sized classic front veranda in Other with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Lake Lure Renovation + Addition
Lake Lure Renovation + Addition
Allard + Roberts Interior Design, IncAllard + Roberts Interior Design, Inc
Interior Design: Allard + Roberts Interior Design Construction: K Enterprises Photography: David Dietrich Photography
Design ideas for a large classic back screened veranda in Other with a roof extension.
Custom Build East Wenatchee
Custom Build East Wenatchee
Whitebirch Construction LLCWhitebirch Construction LLC
This is an example of a classic veranda in Seattle.
Elllsworth St, Naperville, IL
Elllsworth St, Naperville, IL
M House DevelopmentM House Development
Photo of a farmhouse veranda in Chicago with a potted garden, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Nichols Residence
Nichols Residence
Keystone Custom DecksKeystone Custom Decks
Wow! What a “Great Room!” This phrase, taken in both its literal & literary meanings is one of the best ways to describe this amazing project. “Great room” def: a large room in a house that combines features of a living room with those of a dining room or family room. Check! We designed this project to extend the livable space of the house. With its wide A Frame porch, it allows for ample space to gather around the fireplace, relax in the mid-day heat or simply sit & marvel at the craftsmanship. We held nothing back on the detail, using reclaimed barn wood to create gorgeous beams, crown molding that wraps around the room, and custom curved detailing in the open gable. Reaching out to the side, we enter an intimate dining space featuring a built-in kitchen, a vinyl pergola & continued the stonework over, tying everything together! Lighting throughout the job was picked out by the homeowner & installed by our tech’s Plus, we built it with low maintenance products; Timbertech decking & Keylink aluminum railing – meaning, there is no sanding or staining!
Rustic and Refined Whole House Remodel
Rustic and Refined Whole House Remodel
Bartelt. The Remodeling ResourceBartelt. The Remodeling Resource
Photo Credit - David Bader
Inspiration for a medium sized farmhouse back veranda in Milwaukee with decking and a roof extension.
Portico Addition and Exterior Renovation
Portico Addition and Exterior Renovation
A&E Construction and Design CenterA&E Construction and Design Center
Cape Cod Exterior Renovation and Portico Addition in Princeton NJ. New vinyl shingle siding , Andersen windows and front door.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front veranda in Philadelphia with a roof extension.
Cabin Noir
Cabin Noir
Krumdieck Architecture + InteriorsKrumdieck Architecture + Interiors
This is an example of a large rustic side veranda in Birmingham with decking, a roof extension and feature lighting.
Eagle Rock Residence
Eagle Rock Residence
KA ArchitectureKA Architecture
Large rustic back veranda in Other with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Hill Winds Remodel
Hill Winds Remodel
VPC Builders, LLCVPC Builders, LLC
This is an example of a large country back screened veranda in Charlotte with decking and a roof extension.
Exterior: Post renovation
Exterior: Post renovation
Katz Novoa ArchitectsKatz Novoa Architects
We designed the porch in the Arts and Crafts vocabulary, an Architectural style that was consistent with the home in its simple lines, yet rich in detail and character. As part of the home’s “facelift” we extended the Porch to the left in order to balance the existing Garage located to the right, and replaced the old garage doors with carriage style ones to harmonize with the porch details.
Coastal Cottage 30a
Coastal Cottage 30a
30A Design Group30A Design Group
Our client had a unique color in mind for the front door, and we worked with her to find just the right color. This home is cheerful from the outside in! #30adesigngroup
Southern Screened Porch
Southern Screened Porch
Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs, Inc.Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs, Inc.
The existing deck did not get used because of the hot afternoon sun so they decided to build a screened in porch primarily as an entertaining and dining space. A lot of research was done to make sure "outdoor" products were used that would stand the test of time and not get damaged by the elements. The porch was enlarged from the original deck and is 16' x 28' and serves as a lounging and dining area. A key component was making the porch look like it was a part of the house. We used black paint on the doors, window frames and trim for high contrast and personality to the space. Pressure treated wood was used for the decking. The ceiling was constructed with headboard and 1 x 6 inch trim to look like beams. Adding the trim to the top and painting the molding black gave the room an interesting design detail. The interior wood underneath the screens is yellow pine in a tongue and groove design and is chair-rail height to provide a child safe wall. The screens were installed from the inside so maintenance would be easy from the inside and would avoid having to get on a ladder for any repairs. Photo Credit: Emily Followill Photography
Enoggera Modern Home Renovation
Enoggera Modern Home Renovation
Clem Carpentry Pty LtdClem Carpentry Pty Ltd
Inspiration for a beach style back veranda in Brisbane with decking and a roof extension.
Saddlebrook House
Saddlebrook House
Iron Point ConstructionIron Point Construction
Photo of a medium sized country front veranda in Jackson with brick paving and 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.
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Medium sized traditional front veranda in Raleigh with brick paving and a roof extension.
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