Heres what sets verandas apart from the rest.
Where exactly do verandas fit into this conversation?
Verandas, like porches and patios, are an extension of indoor living space.
Credit:Brie Williams, Styled by Eleanor Roper and designed by Kim Mauney Interiors
In the temperate South, outdoor living space is golden.
Still, not all outdoor spaces are created equally.
A veranda is distinct from aporch, patio, or otherwisein its characteristics, function, and decorating cues.
Credit:Brie Williams, Styled by Eleanor Roper and designed by Kim Mauney Interiors
In addition to physical differences, interior designer Kim Mauney says that verandas simply have thatje ne sais quoiit-factor.
Heres what sets verandas apart from the rest.
What Is A Veranda?
Credit:Brie Williams, Styled by Eleanor Roper and designed by Kim Mauney Interiors
Verandas are open-aired, covered spaces attached to the outside of the home.
They feature a roof and are often partially enclosed by a railing or columns.
It can serve as a place for relaxation and allows for a seamless transition between the indoors and outdoors.
Mauney explains that historically, verandas were the place to be before the invention of air conditioning.
A porch is usually an extension off the front or back of the house.
Types of Verandas
All distinct from porches, verandas can fall into several categories.
Theyre quick to install, easy to clean, and ideal for minimalist, urban, and modern homes.
However, this style can be expensive to install and may not be compatible for homes with low ceilings.
Lean-to-verandas are attached directly to the home by a wall plate, so they dont need any support posts.
Colonial Verandas
Colonial verandas earned their name because theyre often seen on colonial-style homes.
Theyre recognizable for charming, historic appeal with columns or pillars to support the roof.
For Mathews, this means continuing the design cues from inside, but incorporating elements from nature just beyond.
A porch can better support decor that requires more protection from the elements such as lamps and artwork.
When decorating a veranda, opt for furniture and decor thats specificallydesigned for outdoor spacesand can withstand the weather.
