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The veranda looks out onto the harbor.
The veranda looks out onto the harbor.
A glazed veranda on the flat’s west side offers a cozy spot to enjoy an espresso. The utilitarian table and chairs were purchased second-hand, while the lamp was custom designed.
A glazed veranda on the flat’s west side offers a cozy spot to enjoy an espresso. The utilitarian table and chairs were purchased second-hand, while the lamp was custom designed.
A Rhythm Horizontal lamp by Arik Levy for Vibia hangs above the dining table in a house that Blouin Tardif Architecture-Environnement designed for a family in Boucherville, Quebec, near Montreal.
A Rhythm Horizontal lamp by Arik Levy for Vibia hangs above the dining table in a house that Blouin Tardif Architecture-Environnement designed for a family in Boucherville, Quebec, near Montreal.
A glass barrier around the pool contributes to the project's overall sense of transparency.
A glass barrier around the pool contributes to the project's overall sense of transparency.
Epic Sail To reduce heat load and provide shade, DeSalvo initially tracked down a sail system from Sun Shade Australia. But the $6,000 price tag had the architect and contractor designing their own version out of Mermet solar screen fabric. It was fabricated by Covers Unlimited for $1,800. coversunlimitedinc.com
Epic Sail To reduce heat load and provide shade, DeSalvo initially tracked down a sail system from Sun Shade Australia. But the $6,000 price tag had the architect and contractor designing their own version out of Mermet solar screen fabric. It was fabricated by Covers Unlimited for $1,800. coversunlimitedinc.com
Life ceramic tiles by Ciot were used in the kitchen. The veneer cabinets were made by Bruno Pichet.
Life ceramic tiles by Ciot were used in the kitchen. The veneer cabinets were made by Bruno Pichet.
The living-dining-kitchen area opens onto a veranda and adjacent swimming pool.
The living-dining-kitchen area opens onto a veranda and adjacent swimming pool.
The master bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with transparent partitions.
The master bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with transparent partitions.
Veranda in Hydrangea by Weitzner Limited, $63 per yard Fade- and mildew-resistant Sunbrella fabric in an ironwork pattern.
Veranda in Hydrangea by Weitzner Limited, $63 per yard Fade- and mildew-resistant Sunbrella fabric in an ironwork pattern.
Openings were limited on the side of the cedar-and-brick building that faces the street, allowing for expansive views of the veranda and yard from the rear.
Openings were limited on the side of the cedar-and-brick building that faces the street, allowing for expansive views of the veranda and yard from the rear.
Cedar ceilings give the interior a warm, outdoorsy feel.
Cedar ceilings give the interior a warm, outdoorsy feel.
The kitchen and dining area seamlessly flow into the living room and veranda. A minimal Scandinavian style carries through the home. The coffee table is by Australian designer Mark Tuckey and the sofa is the ML90 model by famed Danish designer Illum Wikkelso.
The kitchen and dining area seamlessly flow into the living room and veranda. A minimal Scandinavian style carries through the home. The coffee table is by Australian designer Mark Tuckey and the sofa is the ML90 model by famed Danish designer Illum Wikkelso.
The two building skins form a veranda in-between, where Burns and his partner, Tania Soghomonian, often entertain guests.
The two building skins form a veranda in-between, where Burns and his partner, Tania Soghomonian, often entertain guests.
The veranda wraps around the northern and eastern sides of the home, capturing the movement of the sun across the sky.
The veranda wraps around the northern and eastern sides of the home, capturing the movement of the sun across the sky.
Mermet sun sails inspired by the nearby harbor shield Church and Jett from harsh sunlight, while practical, man-made planks by Veranda simulate wood but offer low maintenance and longevity. Bright orange Butterfly chairs from Circa50 add a pop of color.
Mermet sun sails inspired by the nearby harbor shield Church and Jett from harsh sunlight, while practical, man-made planks by Veranda simulate wood but offer low maintenance and longevity. Bright orange Butterfly chairs from Circa50 add a pop of color.
Private residence, roof veranda, Accra. Architect: Nickson and Borys, 1962-66.
Private residence, roof veranda, Accra. Architect: Nickson and Borys, 1962-66.
The fireplace, by Rais, can rotate in different directions for both indoor and outdoor use.
The fireplace, by Rais, can rotate in different directions for both indoor and outdoor use.
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Multiple living spaces occupy the veranda. Whether a seat for viewing the ravine and nearby hills, or a lounge area covered from the elements above, this veranda offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the tranquil outdoors.
Multiple living spaces occupy the veranda. Whether a seat for viewing the ravine and nearby hills, or a lounge area covered from the elements above, this veranda offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the tranquil outdoors.
An aerial view of the restored roofs with the curving plane of the veranda cover tucked beneath. The designers used polymer mortar for the finish of the veranda roof, "which is smooth and forms contrast with the adjacent textured tile rooftops," notes the firm.
An aerial view of the restored roofs with the curving plane of the veranda cover tucked beneath. The designers used polymer mortar for the finish of the veranda roof, "which is smooth and forms contrast with the adjacent textured tile rooftops," notes the firm.
The living room is connected to a south-facing veranda.
The living room is connected to a south-facing veranda.
The curved cornice at the veranda roof was built on site.
The curved cornice at the veranda roof was built on site.
A wraparound veranda bordered with glass give additional outdoor space.
A wraparound veranda bordered with glass give additional outdoor space.
A copper tub on the larch veranda encourages al fresco living.
A copper tub on the larch veranda encourages al fresco living.
View of veranda and bridge
View of veranda and bridge
The living room steps out to a veranda with a heated spa tub.
The living room steps out to a veranda with a heated spa tub.
The living room has views of the veranda and kitchen through sliding glass doors.
The living room has views of the veranda and kitchen through sliding glass doors.
The 300-square-foot “reinterpreted” veranda is a sheltered room open to the outdoors.
The 300-square-foot “reinterpreted” veranda is a sheltered room open to the outdoors.
The larch veranda has no railing, so it appears to float in the lush meadow.
The larch veranda has no railing, so it appears to float in the lush meadow.
A large veranda extends from the living space of the house, encouraging residents to enjoy an outdoor lifestyle. “The veranda is for reading, eating, talking, and having coffee,” says architect Rodrigo Simão. “This brings you closer to the lake, the native trees, and the grass.”
A large veranda extends from the living space of the house, encouraging residents to enjoy an outdoor lifestyle. “The veranda is for reading, eating, talking, and having coffee,” says architect Rodrigo Simão. “This brings you closer to the lake, the native trees, and the grass.”
Breezeways and verandas provide external circulation between living spaces.
Breezeways and verandas provide external circulation between living spaces.
On the back of the home, an exterior veranda becomes an extension of living space.
On the back of the home, an exterior veranda becomes an extension of living space.
Garden and living spaces blend together in this Australian dwelling which inverts the classic wraparound veranda.
Garden and living spaces blend together in this Australian dwelling which inverts the classic wraparound veranda.
From the living area and the veranda, the studio can be seen over the lake.
From the living area and the veranda, the studio can be seen over the lake.
A north-facing veranda includes an outdoor seating area adjacent to a stone fire pit.
A north-facing veranda includes an outdoor seating area adjacent to a stone fire pit.
Wood on the ceiling and slate on the floor carries through to the veranda, forging another layer of dialogue between the indoors and outdoors.
Wood on the ceiling and slate on the floor carries through to the veranda, forging another layer of dialogue between the indoors and outdoors.

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