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Lakefront Timber Frame Home and Pavillions
Lakefront Timber Frame Home and Pavillions
KohlMark Architects and BuildersKohlMark Architects and Builders
The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography
Black Mountain Custom Home
Black Mountain Custom Home
Cool Mountain Construction, Inc.Cool Mountain Construction, Inc.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country verandah in Other with decking and a roof extension.
Gage Porch
Gage Porch
Wood Wise Design & RemodelingWood Wise Design & Remodeling
This mountain retreat-inspired porch is actually located in the heart of Raleigh NC. Designed with the existing house style and the wooded lot in mind, it is large and spacious, with plenty of room for family and friends.
Front Porch Railings
Front Porch Railings
Pike PropertiesPike Properties
Photo of a country front yard verandah in Charlotte.
Weddington Porch
Weddington Porch
DiFabion Remodeling, Inc.DiFabion Remodeling, Inc.
Evergreen Studio
Design ideas for a large country backyard screened-in verandah in Charlotte with stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Copenhagen Project
Copenhagen Project
Construction VikingConstruction Viking
Design ideas for a country screened-in verandah in Montreal with tile.
Camp Squam Lake- Porch
Camp Squam Lake- Porch
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: Denali Construction Landscape Architect: Matthew Cunningham Photographer: Greg Premru Photography
This is an example of a country backyard screened-in verandah in Boston.
New Hampsire Log Cabin
New Hampsire Log Cabin
Katahdin Cedar Log HomesKatahdin Cedar Log Homes
home by: Katahdin Cedar Log Homes photos by: F & E Schmidt Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized country front yard verandah in Manchester with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Log Homes & Cabins - Coventry Log Homes - The Bear Rock
Log Homes & Cabins - Coventry Log Homes - The Bear Rock
Coventry Log HomesCoventry Log Homes
This home was featured in the July 2011 issue of “Log Cabin Homes.” It proves efficiency doesn’t have to be sacrificed when designing grand elegance. Even with its cathedral ceilings and many windows it earned a 5 Star Plus Energy Star® rating. http://www.coventryloghomes.com/ourDesigns/craftsmanSeries/BearRock/model.html Roger Wade
BROOK HOUSE
BROOK HOUSE
Gordon Dixon ConstructionGordon Dixon Construction
www.gordondixonconstruction.com Stowe, Vermont
Photo of a country verandah in Burlington with decking and a roof extension.
Hill Country River Ranch
Hill Country River Ranch
Studio IndustrielleStudio Industrielle
The program consists of a detached Guest House with full Kitchen, Living and Dining amenities, Carport and Office Building with attached Main house and Master Bedroom wing. The arrangement of buildings was dictated by the numerous majestic oaks and organized as a procession of spaces leading from the Entry arbor up to the front door. Large covered terraces and arbors were used to extend the interior living spaces out onto the site. All the buildings are clad in Texas limestone with accent bands of Leuders limestone to mimic the local limestone cliffs in the area. Steel was used on the arbors and fences and left to rust. Vertical grain Douglas fir was used on the interior while flagstone and stained concrete floors were used throughout. The flagstone floors extend from the exterior entry arbors into the interior of the Main Living space and out onto the Main house terraces.
Backyard Resort Lodge
Backyard Resort Lodge
Red House ArchitectsRed House Architects
This generous screened porch has become a 3-season everything-room for the homeowners. Scott Braman Photography
Country verandah in DC Metro.
Blair Barnhouse
Blair Barnhouse
Alchemy ArchitectsAlchemy Architects
Alchemy Architects
This is an example of a country verandah in Minneapolis with decking.
Sun West Ranch
Sun West Ranch
StoneHorse Design, Inc.StoneHorse Design, Inc.
This is an example of a mid-sized country backyard screened-in verandah in Other with decking and a roof extension.
Vashon Island 1,750 sq ft FabCab
Vashon Island 1,750 sq ft FabCab
FabCabFabCab
Location: Vashon Island, WA. Photography by Dale Lang
Design ideas for a country verandah in Seattle.
Custom Interiors
Custom Interiors
Beer Architectural GroupBeer Architectural Group
Mid-sized country front yard verandah in New York with concrete pavers and a roof extension.
Twin Cities Porches with Fireplace
Twin Cities Porches with Fireplace
Sunspace Twin CitiesSunspace Twin Cities
Design ideas for a country verandah in Minneapolis.
Covered Deck to Screened Porch Conversion in NW Austin
Covered Deck to Screened Porch Conversion in NW Austin
Archadeck of AustinArchadeck of Austin
Our clients like the look of cedar, so they chose pressure-treated wood for their porch framing and had us wrap it in cedar throughout. For their porch floor, they chose Zuri decking, which we were able to match to the original deck floor.
Cottages at Triangle Ranch
Cottages at Triangle Ranch
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
Prairie Cottage- Florida Cracker Inspired 4 square cottage
Small country front yard verandah in Tampa with with columns, decking, a roof extension and wood railing.
Wood Island Camp
Wood Island Camp
Winkelman ArchitectureWinkelman Architecture
Jeff Roberts Imaging
Design ideas for a mid-sized country backyard screened-in verandah in Portland Maine with a roof extension.

Country Verandah Design Ideas

A country verandah requires careful planning because it is here that you transition from the outside of your home to the inside. A roofed and open, or partly open, portion of a house, a verandah is more than just an entryway to your house. It is here you can play games, sit on a swing chair while sipping lemonade, chat to neighbours, and watch the world go by. Browse the photos on Houzz to see how you can breathe life back into your country verandah, or build one onto your home with form and function in mind. You’ll find inspiration for Queenslander verandahs, those with flat, curved, concave and gabled roofs, as well as ideas for flooring and balustrades, to suit all styles of homes, big and small. If you want to dig a little deeper, make sure you check out the Stories or Advice section on Houzz, too.

What style of verandah should I add to my home?

This will be primarily dictated by your budget, space and overall style of your home. Typically, country verandahs are integrated into a home’s roofline, so they will most likely always be a pricey renovation. Flat or skillion-roofed verandahs are popular home additions because they can be shaped to fit most house plans, or extend out to other zones, like a pool, for example. A pitched/gabled or curved roof will give you more height and a more open feel, while a concave roof looks best on a verandah attached to a period home. If you need advice, check out our directory of architects.

How can I decorate my country verandah?

Your verandah decor should reflect your personality and lifestyle, but most importantly, how you will use the space. If you want it to encourage lounging and people watching, add a hammock, swing chair or daybed – the more seating you have, the more likely you are to use it with friends. Get more from your verandah by including a dining table and chairs, with some feature pendant lighting to draw attention to the zone. You could also go beyond seating, by adding the likes of a console or planters. If you’re spoilt with a view, you can also keep it utterly simple with just two comfy armchairs to sink back into. Add colour through wall hangings, potted plants, pillows and rugs, but remember to opt for fabrics that are waterproof and fade-resistant. If you're unsure, get help from a designer!
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