Terraces and verandas attached type

Who among us has not dreamed of a country house? The sun, a garden, a small garden and the sea, the sea of ​​fresh air! Beautiful and practical. The garden and flower beds give aesthetic pleasure, and the harvest from the garden feeds in winter. When a dream comes true, at first we somehow do not notice that something is missing in the chosen house. Everything seems perfect, until we are visited by the idea of ​​drinking tea or having breakfast in the bosom of nature. And to do something comfortable and nowhere. If there was a veranda attached to the house, there would be no problems. The situation is standard and completely solvable, the main thing is to know exactly what you want and how to get it.

Veranda or terrace?

For the uninitiated, that "veranda", that "terrace" - everything is one. In fact, these buildings have a difference. Let's see what the difference is, look at the typical variety of outbuildings, and also get acquainted with modern ideas for their decor.

Let's start with the veranda. This small building is most often a separate, but still part of the house. It is built on the same foundation with him and placed under the same roof. Usually the veranda is planned at the same time as the construction of the house. If this point was missed, then it can be attached later.

Translated from Persian, “veranda” means a gallery, which is quite justified, because the extension has a large area and is equipped with panoramic windows on one or more sides. An insulated veranda attached to the house can serve as a dining room and living room all year round or be transformed into a luxurious winter garden.

The terrace is placed on a separate elevated base in the form of supporting pillars, usually on the highest point adjacent to the building. Its name, translated from Latin, means “earth”, which is also true. The terrace is certainly protected by low railings, giving it a finished look. More often, the extension is planned as an open area.

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Terrace types

There are several types of terraces:

1. Open.

2. Closed.

3. Universal.

The first are purely summer buildings, of course, and they are operated only in the warm season. They look like a limited area covered with a canopy or without it. The terrace attached to the house does not need a foundation, but it should have half-walls. For our climate, this option is not acceptable. It is much more practical to build extensions of the second and third types on your site.

It is better to put a closed terrace on a foundation and equip it with capital walls. It would be nice to equip it with ventilation and organize heating.This approach to the construction of terraces is relevant for country houses, where it is planned to spend time not only in the summer season. In a well-equipped space, it will even be possible to live.

Universal terraces should be classified as transformers. They are assembled from removable double-glazed windows and doors. Their roof is equipped with a folding mechanism, so turning extensions into open space is a matter of five minutes.

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Types of verandas

In addition to distinguishing between built-in and attached verandas, they are also divided into:

1. Open.

2. Closed.

We have already mentioned the built-in options. They are placed on a common foundation with the house, but if the veranda is completed to an already finished building on a separately poured foundation, then it is treated as an attached one.

The veranda attached to the house can have the most unusual shape. For example, it can be made in the form of a square or rectangle with a beveled or rounded corner, or it can be shaped into an octagon, honeycomb, oval, etc. Flight of fantasy can not be limited.

It is permissible to encircle the entire house with a veranda, around the perimeter. If you plan to equip it on the second floor, then it is better to stay in the form of a balcony. The veranda is basically a walk-through room and is built at the front door. Exit to the veranda from the rooms is permissible only if it was originally planned as a winter garden.

The attached space should be in harmony not only with the house itself, but also with the surrounding landscape. The easiest way to solve the problem is to use materials similar to the texture of the house in the construction of the veranda. Although this is not an indispensable condition, the main thing is to observe the overall stylistic decision.

Unlike the terrace attached to the house, the veranda is placed from the side of the entrance. Its size is determined based on:

1. The amount of free space.

2. Master's wishes.

3. Financial opportunities.

No matter how lightweight the shape of the veranda you choose, you will not be able to refuse to equip the foundation. Which type: tape or columnar to choose - it is better to consult a specialist. After all, you do not want your extension to develop like a house of cards?

The roof and walls of the attached object are tightly fitted to the front wall of the house.

Veranda - the room is very bright, so immediately plan a lot of windows.

As for the terrace, it can be seen attached to the house from any side convenient for the owners.

- The eastern location suggests the possibility of hiding from the midday heat. It will be nice to sit on such a terrace even in the morning, dawn hours, watching the sun awaken.

- If you like watching sunsets, then equip the terrace on the west side.

- In the southern latitudes, the northern location of the extension is justified.

- The southern location is used in the middle latitudes and mainly on the condition that a winter garden will be organized on the extension area.

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Open veranda attached to the house: pros and cons

This type of veranda is considered summer. It is ideal for those who like to relax in the fresh air and watch nature. This solution will be especially successful in the vicinity of the forest. The openness of the building can be attributed to both advantages and disadvantages at the same time. What is good from an aesthetic point of view is unattractive in practical terms. Insecurity from natural disasters and obsessive insects will not allow you to use the extension in bad weather and in the evening.

Optimists look at this type of veranda from the other side.They equip the extensions with transparent roofs, which allows you to save on lighting and observe the life of the starry sky. Such a roof can be supported by wide beams of the warm color of natural wood and walls made in a similar solution.

Give specific comfort to the space Roman curtains. Even a small room in this design will attract visitors. Well, who will stay in a stuffy house if you can comfortably settle down on a wonderful veranda?

To get the original room, you need to properly plan its design. The roof of the veranda should be attached to the house at a certain angle, which is ensured by the bars installed in a special way, which simultaneously play the role of both its supports and the foundations of the walls.

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Closed veranda

“If the walls of the veranda attached to the house are laid out with colorful bricks, then the metal roof should be the finishing touch of the composition”

A warm veranda is a more serious building, but at the same time it is in perfect harmony with the typical construction of our houses. She is not afraid of the vicissitudes of harsh winters. The extension is sheathed with chipboard or trimmed with other material.

The roof is given the correct slope and they try to make it a compositional continuation of the house roof. The easiest way to create a local island of comfort is by glazing a veranda or terrace. Closed glass outbuildings do not look like bulky appendages. You can give the veranda reliability and solidity with a brick basement. So that the supporting bars do not stand out in the interwindow space, they are painted in light colors.

If the walls of the veranda attached to the house are laid out with colorful bricks, then the finishing touch of the composition should be a metal roof.

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Sliding structures in attached verandas

Recently, in the construction of terraces and verandas, sliding structures are increasingly used. And this is not surprising. Their presence allows you to turn a closed veranda into an open terrace with a slight movement of your hand. Sliding doors and windows can be molded into any shape and made from any materials.

The movement of frames occurs on special guides. It is more rational to supply large and wide rooms with sliding doors that open like an accordion.

In small rooms, horizontally sliding doors are more justified. They are ergonomic in any position, so they allow you to use the modest space of the terrace to the maximum.

Why you need to give preference to sliding structures when arranging veranda attached to the house?

1. First of all, it's practical. Even the strongest wind will not force the sliding doors to swing open or slam shut.

2. The structures are airtight, so that neither raindrops nor dust will fall on the terrace.

3. The material used to create such elements is durable and easy to use.

If you are installing glazed doors, the insert can be tinted or otherwise decorated.

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Arrangement of the veranda and terrace

“A terrace attached to the house, interpreted in an eastern or Moroccan direction, will be good”

The extension is ready, now you will face the task of turning it into a comfortable corner.

Style

The summer veranda can be presented in an individual solution or its interior can be made a continuation of the general theme.

The lightness and cheerfulness of Provence and the native Russian style with a traditional samovar for tea parties fit perfectly into such a room.In both cases, the texture of the decor and the presence of a large amount of wood are welcome.

A terrace attached to the house, interpreted in an eastern or Moroccan direction, will be good. Soft sofas and an abundance of pillows will contribute to relaxation. Provided that there is an open reservoir near the extension, it can be finished in a marine spirit, decorated with ropes, rope ladders, sail curtains and hammock nets.

floors

It may seem unusual, but in the decor of the veranda, the leading role is played by the floors. Properly selected coating for them will set the necessary sound for the whole atmosphere.

Boardwalk remains the most popular option. The presence of a wide deck plank brings a rustic feel.

Natural stone will also be good, but you will only need to choose an option with low moisture absorption. The ideal offer would be basalt and slate. With such a floor, the veranda will look very presentable and will become associated with a European cafe.

Terrace boards, concrete slabs and ceramic tiles can be used in the extension floors. A variety of their textures and decors will allow you to choose the material for any stylistic decision.

Zoning

Terraces and verandas of large areas require division into zones. Decide what they should be in the list:

1. Place for lunches.

2. Corner for work.

3. Recreation area.

It is better to place the dining group closer to the window, or vice versa, send it deep into the wall. Comfortable chairs should be placed around the table.

In the relaxation area on the terrace attached to the house, in addition to sofas, a bookcase with a small coffee table and a couple of deep armchairs should appear. A great way to designate a recreation area would be a fireplace. His presence will fill the room with comfort, especially on dreary and dank autumn evenings.

Lighting

Lighting on the veranda also plays an ambiguous role. His mission is to zone the space, create a sense of celebration, add romance to the atmosphere. For this purpose, you can install lights on the railing. The area of ​​the open terrace can be separated by lamps mounted in the floor. In addition to being aesthetically pleasing, it will allow you not to get injured on the steps.

Lamps used in decor should have shades of a universal spherical shape or resemble cylinders. They will be relevant in any stylistic decision, and caring for such lampshades is not difficult. Open verandas are not equipped with hanging lamps, even with fairly high ceilings.

A party or a family celebration on the veranda attached to the house is best arranged under LED lighting. It will easily create the right mood. The same luminous tape can be used to gird the roof, put it on the railing or highlight the steps with it.

Add romantic notes to the atmosphere and at the same time emphasize the architectural delights of your terrace with soft lighting. The original solution in this regard will be flowerpots with backlight.

The classic version of the veranda should be illuminated with wrought iron floor lamps, and it would be more correct to introduce kerosene lamps into rural areas. Along the perimeter of the veranda, you can install economical LED spotlights. Their non-dazzling diffused light will allow you to see everything that happens on the site.

A small veranda is advised to be illuminated with several lamps in an unusual interpretation, and in spacious areas you can arrange a real light show.

Furniture

For the interior of the terrace attached to the house, you will need comfortable and durable furniture. The most practical in open spaces will be products made of plastic, metal, wood, and leather. Wicker furnishings are the most popular. Nobody canceled hammocks either.

Manufacturers offer many different stylistic solutions in rattan furniture.

If it is planned to gather large companies on the veranda, then it is worth looking after the table of the appropriate size. Additional seating can be embodied in swings and mini sofas.

For a more formal setting, it is better to choose strict furniture with laconic lines of facades.

Textile

Textiles are needed not only in the decor of a closed extension. He is able to give comfort and outdoor terraces. In the interior, it can appear in furniture covers, tablecloths, even curtains. For open spaces, sew all these accessories from a special fabric, the quality of which is designed for operation in non-standard conditions. Since the space of the terrace attached to the house is accessible to the sun and winds, it is better to refuse light materials initially. Dust will quickly spoil their appearance.

Plants

Decorating the space of the veranda with floral arrangements will add some zest to the atmosphere. You can use both plants in pots and evergreen shrubs planted in the ground. An excellent frame for the terrace can be a border of flowers, and you can put it right along the railing. For additional shade on the terrace, climbing plants are planted around it. The proximity of the hedge will give rise to a sense of unity with nature. Hanging planters are effectively perceived in the interior of the veranda.

Carried away by landscaping, try not to turn the territory of the veranda attached to the house into an impenetrable jungle. Everything should be harmonious and adequate.

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Conclusion

The veranda, attached to the house, created with love and diligence, will become a wonderful place for relaxation, where all household members will gather with pleasure without exception. It will serve as an excellent business card of your country house. It will be convenient to receive guests here, and to hold not just picnics, but to arrange quite official celebrations for them. The terrace will never be an extra element, but its absence will remind you of yourself more than once. So do not delay with the decision, summer is just around the corner!

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