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Side Yard Verandah Design Ideas with a Vegetable Garden

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Fleischauer Net Zero Farm Cottage
Fleischauer Net Zero Farm Cottage
Arielle C. Schechter, AIAArielle C. Schechter, AIA
A view of the south (unscreened) porch, with exposed roof trusses and wire mesh used as a railing. Duffy Healey, photographer.
Small country side yard verandah in Raleigh with a vegetable garden and a roof extension.
Garden Porch
Garden Porch
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
Situated in a neighborhood of grand Victorians, this shingled Foursquare home seemed like a bit of a wallflower with its plain façade. The homeowner came to Cummings Architects hoping for a design that would add some character and make the house feel more a part of the neighborhood. The answer was an expansive porch that runs along the front façade and down the length of one side, providing a beautiful new entrance, lots of outdoor living space, and more than enough charm to transform the home’s entire personality. Designed to coordinate seamlessly with the streetscape, the porch includes many custom details including perfectly proportioned double columns positioned on handmade piers of tiered shingles, mahogany decking, and a fir beaded ceiling laid in a pattern designed specifically to complement the covered porch layout. Custom designed and built handrails bridge the gap between the supporting piers, adding a subtle sense of shape and movement to the wrap around style. Other details like the crown molding integrate beautifully with the architectural style of the home, making the porch look like it’s always been there. No longer the wallflower, this house is now a lovely beauty that looks right at home among its majestic neighbors. Photo by Eric Roth
Kessler Woods
Kessler Woods
Domiteaux Garza ArchitectureDomiteaux Garza Architecture
Photography by Charles Davis Smith
Photo of a mid-sized modern side yard verandah in Dallas with a vegetable garden and an awning.
Sara Creek
Sara Creek
Dream With JeannieDream With Jeannie
Home built by John and Jeannie Sias
Inspiration for a traditional side yard verandah in Atlanta with a vegetable garden and brick pavers.
Spring Oak
Spring Oak
Landmark Building IncLandmark Building Inc
Photo of a contemporary side yard verandah in Los Angeles with a vegetable garden.
Dr. Wishon porch
Dr. Wishon porch
FIDELITY Builders and DesignFIDELITY Builders and Design
Royalty creation studios
Mid-sized traditional side yard verandah in Los Angeles with a vegetable garden, natural stone pavers and an awning.
ブリッジ-桜上水の家
ブリッジ-桜上水の家
西島正樹／プライム　PRIME Inc.architecture & planning西島正樹／プライム　PRIME Inc.architecture & planning
Mid-sized modern side yard verandah in Tokyo with a vegetable garden and tile.
Green Springs: Growing a New Old Garden
Green Springs: Growing a New Old Garden
Gentle Gardener Green DesignGentle Gardener Green Design
copyright 2015 Virginia Rockwell
Design ideas for a large traditional side yard verandah in Richmond with a vegetable garden, natural stone pavers and a pergola.
Hickory Gables - Old Hickory Lake
Hickory Gables - Old Hickory Lake
Wallace Custom BuildersWallace Custom Builders
J. Wallace
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts side yard verandah in Nashville with a vegetable garden, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
See Canyon Remodel
See Canyon Remodel
Studio 2G ArchitectsStudio 2G Architects
Oak trees line the back of the home along the hillside. One of the challenges facing this project was creating harmony with the geological features of the property.
Fleischauer Net Zero Farm Cottage
Fleischauer Net Zero Farm Cottage
Arielle C. Schechter, AIAArielle C. Schechter, AIA
Sheltering porches provide a good transition from the house to the garden beyond, allowing enjoyment in all types of weather. Duffy Healey, photographer.

Side Yard Verandah Design Ideas with a Vegetable Garden

A 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 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, 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 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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