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Traditional Green Veranda Ideas and Designs

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Clearbrook
Clearbrook
Design DCADesign DCA
European inspired transitional design home in Tanglewood, Houston TX. Expansive outdoor living, wine cellar, reclaimed beams and master balcony. Photo by TK Images
Wilson House Remodel
Wilson House Remodel
Catalyst ConstructionCatalyst Construction
visual anthology photography
Screened Porch Addition
Screened Porch Addition
Christopher D. Marshall Architect, LLCChristopher D. Marshall Architect, LLC
The owner wanted a screened porch sized to accommodate a dining table for 8 and a large soft seating group centered on an outdoor fireplace. The addition was to harmonize with the entry porch and dining bay addition we completed 1-1/2 years ago. Our solution was to add a pavilion like structure with half round columns applied to structural panels, The panels allow for lateral bracing, screen frame & railing attachment, and space for electrical outlets and fixtures. Photography by Chris Marshall
King Porch and Balustrade
King Porch and Balustrade
Salmon Built LLCSalmon Built LLC
Award Winning Outdoor Living Space
Award Winning Outdoor Living Space
Daniels Design & RemodelingDaniels Design & Remodeling
The homeowners had a very large and beautiful meadow-like backyard, surrounded by full grown trees and unfortunately mosquitoes. To minimize mosquito exposure for them and their baby, they needed a screened porch to be able to enjoy meals and relax in the beautiful outdoors. They also wanted a large deck/patio area for outdoor family and friends entertaining. We constructed an amazing detached oasis: an enclosed screened porch structure with all stone masonry fireplace, an integrated composite deck surface, large flagstone patio, and 2 flagstone walkways, which is also outfitted with a TV, gas fireplace, ceiling fan, recessed and accent lighting.
Minneapolis Outdoor Addition and Upper Level Remodel
Minneapolis Outdoor Addition and Upper Level Remodel
MA Peterson Design Build, Inc.MA Peterson Design Build, Inc.
Alyssa Lee Photography
Coastal Estate
Coastal Estate
Highgate BuildersHighgate Builders
Hausman & Associates LTD
Craftsman Cottage
Craftsman Cottage
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan
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.
An Oasis in an Urban Neighborhood
An Oasis in an Urban Neighborhood
Studio Z ArchitectureStudio Z Architecture
A major television network purchased a 1925 Craftsman-style bungalow in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to renovate into the prize for a televised giveaway. The network sought out Studio Z to re-imagine the 900-square-foot house into a modern, livable home that could remain timeless as the homeowner’s lifestyle needs evolved. Located in the historic Water Hill neighborhood within a few blocks of downtown Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan, the home’s walkability was a huge draw. The end result, at approximately 1,500 square feet, feels more spacious than its size suggests. Contractor: Maven Development Photo: Emily Rose Imagery
Grove Lodge at Mohonk Mountain House
Grove Lodge at Mohonk Mountain House
AJA Architecture and PlanningAJA Architecture and Planning
Ken Hayden
Kiawah Riverfront
Kiawah Riverfront
Island ArchitectsIsland Architects
Dark Wood Double Door, Natural Fir Ceiling, and Painted Wood Columns with Brackets
Paver Projects
Paver Projects
Ocean ConstructionOcean Construction
Insolroll Shades
Insolroll Shades
The Blind Guy of KalispellThe Blind Guy of Kalispell
Landscaping
Landscaping
Ferraro Construction GroupFerraro Construction Group
Screen Porches
Screen Porches
Core Outdoor LivingCore Outdoor Living
Screened in Porch with Brown Trim Prefinished Pine Ceiling Below Rafters and Composite Deck Flooring
New House - Willistown, PA
New House - Willistown, PA
Peter Zimmerman ArchitectsPeter Zimmerman Architects
Wine Country Retreat
Wine Country Retreat
Andrew Mann ArchitectureAndrew Mann Architecture
Matthew Millman
A Warm Welcome
A Warm Welcome
David Lund DesignDavid Lund Design
What is an often overlooked aspect of a front porch is the more subtle and welcoming front they provide to a house. They are transitional spaces to be both inhabited and walked through when entering the house. This dual purpose blurs the lines between inside and outside and creates a place of welcome. David Lund Design
Porches, flower boxes, flower beds, gardens, etc...
Porches, flower boxes, flower beds, gardens, etc...
MichelleMichelle
French Flair Interior Design

Traditional Green Veranda Ideas and Designs

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