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Rancho da Flórida
Rancho da Flórida
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
2021 Home-A-Rama Home - Modern Prairie with Indoor Basketball Court & Pool
2021 Home-A-Rama Home - Modern Prairie with Indoor Basketball Court & Pool
Duke Homes, Inc.Duke Homes, Inc.
The home's back porch runs the length of the back of the house and features power screen walls and large expansive sliding glass doors.
Harmony Residence
Harmony Residence
Greg D. Fisher, Architect, PLLCGreg D. Fisher, Architect, PLLC
Dan Bihn Photography
St. Andrews Napa CA Rebuild
St. Andrews Napa CA Rebuild
Jane EllisonJane Ellison
This home in Napa off Silverado was rebuilt after burning down in the 2017 fires. Architect David Rulon, a former associate of Howard Backen, known for this Napa Valley industrial modern farmhouse style. Composed in mostly a neutral palette, the bones of this house are bathed in diffused natural light pouring in through the clerestory windows. Beautiful textures and the layering of pattern with a mix of materials add drama to a neutral backdrop. The homeowners are pleased with their open floor plan and fluid seating areas, which allow them to entertain large gatherings. The result is an engaging space, a personal sanctuary and a true reflection of it's owners' unique aesthetic. Inspirational features are metal fireplace surround and book cases as well as Beverage Bar shelving done by Wyatt Studio, painted inset style cabinets by Gamma, moroccan CLE tile backsplash and quartzite countertops.
Palmetto Hall Transitional Custom Home
Palmetto Hall Transitional Custom Home
Hammerhead Custom BuildersHammerhead Custom Builders
Rear Corner Elevation + Garden Boxes - The Finleigh - Transitional Craftsman on
Rear Corner Elevation + Garden Boxes - The Finleigh - Transitional Craftsman on
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
The Finleigh - Transitional Craftsman in Vancouver, Washington by Cascade West Development Inc. A luxurious and spacious main level master suite with an incredible sized master bath and closet, along with a main floor guest Suite make life easy both today and well into the future. Today’s busy lifestyles demand some time in the warm and cozy Den located close to the front door, to catch up on the latest news, pay a few bills or take the day and work from home. Cascade West Facebook: https://goo.gl/MCD2U1 Cascade West Website: https://goo.gl/XHm7Un These photos, like many of ours, were taken by the good people of ExposioHDR - Portland, Or Exposio Facebook: https://goo.gl/SpSvyo Exposio Website: https://goo.gl/Cbm8Ya
New Home Build
New Home Build
Trust BuildersTrust Builders
Amy Kawszan
Our Work
Our Work
Advanced Concrete Designs, IncAdvanced Concrete Designs, Inc
Stanley Residence
Stanley Residence
Jennifer Langford AIA CNU PAJennifer Langford AIA CNU PA
Mark Koper
Marvin Windows: Breezy Patio
Marvin Windows: Breezy Patio
Marvin Design Gallery by Eldredge LumberMarvin Design Gallery by Eldredge Lumber
Bring the outdoors in with Marvin Scenic Doors. Featured here are Marvin's Clad Ultimate Bifold Doors in Ebony. Traditional/Transitional
Texas Hill Country Retreat Exterior / Patio / Pool
Texas Hill Country Retreat Exterior / Patio / Pool
HA ArchitectureHA Architecture
Nick Simonite
Our Work
Our Work
Pro Curb Decorative Concrete, LLCPro Curb Decorative Concrete, LLC
Palmetto Hall Transitional Custom Home
Palmetto Hall Transitional Custom Home
Hammerhead Custom BuildersHammerhead Custom Builders
Lake Oswego Custom Home Project
Lake Oswego Custom Home Project
COOPER Design BuildCOOPER Design Build
Traditiona Back Porch
Traditiona Back Porch
Alair Homes ClemsonAlair Homes Clemson
This two story back porch is great for this lake lot. The porch has several distinct areas including an eating area, a screened in area, and a patio area.
Boulder Remodel and Addition- Whole Home
Boulder Remodel and Addition- Whole Home
Melton Design BuildMelton Design Build
The exterior of the house has elements of design similar to the interior. A simple siding with wood and copper add to the design, and the large yard allows for a great area to host guests. Additionally, during the day, the large windows allows for the house to be lit with natural light. Photo Credit: StudioQPhoto.com
Pool House
Pool House
Cella ArchitectureCella Architecture
Cella Architecture
John and Tara's Residence - Covered Patio
John and Tara's Residence - Covered Patio
Newport HomebuildersNewport Homebuilders
Crystal Falls 2 @ Leander, TX
Crystal Falls 2 @ Leander, TX
K Bar T Custom HomesK Bar T Custom Homes
Private Residence
Private Residence
Duet Design GroupDuet Design Group
Back Porch Vignette of Kettal Rocking Chairs, Photo by David Lauer Photography

Expansive Veranda with Concrete Slabs 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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