In order to fully and comfortably relax in the fresh air in their country house or cottage, the owners of the presented real estate equip a special extension to the house. It can be made in different styles and configurations.
Choosing the right design in this case is a very important issue. After all, a glazed terrace will allow the owners of the house to relax in close proximity to nature. To understand how to arrange such an extension, the advice of professional designers will help. The projects developed by them, presented in the photo below, will help you choose the best option for yourself.
General characteristics
Glazed terraces (photo below) are inherently verandas. In the classic version, such extensions do not have a fence. At most they can have a roof on props. If the terrace is glazed, it can turn into a veranda. Therefore, these two types of buildings are often confused.
Terrace is a spacious extension to the house or can stand separately from it. Its main difference from the veranda is the presencesufficient space for recreation. The terrace was originally envisaged as an area in front of the house, covered with boards or other coverings. Tables or chairs are taken out onto the terrace.
The veranda is an unheated extension to the house. It is passed by people entering the house before entering the hallway. If the extension has a large area, and it is possible to install furniture for relaxation, tea drinking on it, then even after glazing it will remain a terrace.
Varieties of terraces
Glazed verandas and terraces, photos of which are presented to your attention, have many configuration options. They can be square, semicircular, irregular in shape.
Terraces also differ in location. There are extensions that adjoin the house - this is practically its continuation. There are also separate terraces. If you glaze them, you get a great gazebo. The terraces that go around the house look original. You can walk around this building. If it is glazed, it will be possible to walk slowly along it even in rainy weather.
There are single-level and multi-level terraces. They can also be flush with the ground or mounted on a hill. Depending on the design features of the extension, its design is also chosen.
Modern design approach
The glazed terrace to the house (its photo is presented in the article) allows a person to get closer to nature. And bad weather can't stop it. To design suchoutbuildings apply different styles. It can be traditional, modern, colonial type of interior. Also, many owners of suburban real estate often choose a mountain or coastal design style.
Such extensions today are found not only in the arrangement of country cottages or summer cottages. Even within the city, such glass outbuildings are designed as an additional room. It could be, for example, a dining room.
The winter garden is a classic option for interior design of a glazed terrace. Green spaces can decorate the interior. You can add vintage vases, antique furniture to it.
Walls and ceiling can consist of sliding structures. To increase the proximity of the interior space with the garden, you can lay a green rug on the floor. It will look like a lawn.
Modern Style
Glazed verandas and terraces can be decorated in a contemporary style. It is characterized by minimalism. All interior details should be concise. The presence of antiques, antique furniture is not allowed. There should be few interior details.
The shape of the terrace should be the base when creating the overall design of the extension. All lines must be clear and straight. For decoration, you can use modern materials. This, for example, can be a composite, PVC, stone or metal. The choice of color depends on the taste preferences of the owners.
If the frames are thin and the glass is large,it will bring a lot of air, freshness into the room. In this case, it is allowed to install dark-colored furniture on the terrace. It is diluted with bright green details if the cottage or cottage is located outside the city.
Traditional style
Glazed verandas and terraces can be decorated in traditional style. Such structures can be attached to the house, but not always. It is possible to arrange a separate glazed gazebo in a traditional cottage style. In this case, much attention is paid to various decorative elements of the interior.
Carved balusters look harmoniously in traditional design. You can also mount decorative skirting boards. Sharp corners should be softened. To do this, even at the construction stage, it is recommended to use tongue-and-groove corners or give the building the shape of an octahedron.
Cedar or mahogany is ideal for finishing. You can use other types of wood in warm colors. This will give the terrace coziness and special charm. It will be comfortable for the owners of the house and their guests to stay here.
Colonial Style
A colonial-style glazed terrace will also look original and interesting. With this design, you can use the classic elements of architecture. At the same time, experts recommend using a symmetrical design.
A colonial-style terrace created in the form of a winter garden will look beautiful. Here you can install beautifulvintage flower pots. Benches in combination with white railings, pergolas and decorative balusters will complement the charm of such an interior.
Evergreen shrubs or arborvitae can be planted along the perimeter of the glazed terrace. If such plants are located on the windy side, they will additionally protect the structure from bad weather.
Coastal Style
If the house and its glazed terrace are built near a forest, lake or river, the coastal style will be an ideal solution when decorating an extension. He assumes to select materials for finishing very carefully. They must be in harmony with the surrounding nature.
Coastal-style terraces look good with cedar with gray railings or composite decking. Glass can be combined with thin crossbars. This will create an indescribably beautiful design. The view from the terrace to the water, forest or other natural beauties will be great.
Also can be used for wood finishing. However, it should not be too much. You can make a wooden frame. For a glazed terrace, it is better to choose the most picturesque part of the house. In this case, the rest will be pleasant and soothing.
Having considered how a glazed terrace is made out, each owner of suburban real estate will be able to create an interior of unique beauty. Thanks to this, the rest of the hosts and their guests in close proximity to nature will be unforgettable.
