Suburban areas involve not only the construction of a cottage or house, but also the improvement of the surrounding area. If until recently, arbors personified such beautification, now, according to the latest trends, architectural design is unthinkable without open verandas, patios and other elements for comfort and relaxation.
A veranda is an open space, most often under a roof, attached to the house and supported by columns. Often an open veranda surrounds the whole house. Today it is an indispensable attribute of a modern country or country house. The veranda not only gives us a cool summer heat, allows us to meet guests, relax comfortably, but also becomes an exquisite decoration of the house, connecting it to the garden.
Usually an open veranda is designed in accordance with the style of the house. Using modern design ideas, you can turn it from a modest entrance hall in front of the house into a luxurious hall. And if you use modern sliding partitions, an open veranda will become a convenient and multi-functional room for you.
The design of this room can be different, the main thing is that it does not get out of the style of the whole house. When arranging the veranda, some owners prefer to use massive furniture made of natural wood, while others, given the exposure of natural wood to sunlight and moisture, opt for more practical and comfortable plastic furniture that does not require special care. It is easy to keep clean, it is light, does not lose its original appearance for a long time.
If your country house or cottage has an open veranda, then you are very lucky - because it is so convenient to have breakfast, make friends, and drink tea in the evenings. It is important to carefully consider the design of this room.
The open veranda is always filled with air and light. This must be taken into account when decorating its interior. If there is too much sun on it during the day, protection must be provided. On the open-air veranda, vertical gardening will do just fine with this role.
A soft sofa on the veranda is not necessary, although if the area allows, then you should not refuse it. Original sofa cushions will add decor to the veranda of originality, brightness.
An open veranda (photo - in the article) is impossible without an abundance of ornamental plants. Shelves made of wood look very impressive on a forged or cast frame, on which you can arrange flower pots. If there is not too much space on the veranda, but you want to decorate the room with fresh flowers, you can use climbing plants in a cache-pot, which are hung on the walls or on the ceiling.
The open veranda project should be thought out to the smallest detail so that it is convenient for all members of your family. Pay attention to the flooring. You can leave the traditional wooden floor. Large verandas are usually decorated with rugs or mats. They will allow you to divide the room into a recreation area and a dining area. But still it is better to use linoleum.
An open veranda can be made in any style, the main thing is that you are cozy and comfortable.