Designing an Apartment Interior with a Veranda
05.06.2025
Designing an Apartment Interior with a Veranda
A modern private home is no longer just a roof over your head. It’s a blend of architectural logic, engineering precision, and personal security. One trend that’s been gaining traction lately is a fully integrated bunker — not a panic room, but a well-designed, often multipurpose space. Think of it as a room that happens to be underground, not a shelter locked away from daily life.
What Makes Veranda Design Unique
Designing an apartment with a veranda means solving two tasks at once: interior layout and architectural connection with the outdoors. The goal is not just to furnish the space, but to connect it visually and functionally with the rest of the apartment.
«A veranda isn’t an “add-on.” It’s a continuation of your daily life. So the first thing we ask our clients is: how do you want to use this space? Morning yoga, coffee with friends, quiet evenings under a blanket, or simply reading in silence — your answer defines everything: the materials, the lighting, even the color palette.»
Expert insight
— Alsu Interiors
— Alsu Interiors
Choosing Materials
The key is a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor zones. At the same time, materials have to handle different weather conditions, especially in open verandas.
Recommended options include:
Recommended options include:
- Non-slip tiles that mimic wood or stone — ideal for the floor
- Thermo-ash, teak, or composite decking for open-air use
- Rattan, natural textiles, and woven furniture to keep things relaxed
- A neutral color base with one or two accents that reflect the interior theme
Zoning the Space
A functional veranda isn’t just about putting a couch outside. The layout needs to make the space feel like a natural extension of the living room, kitchen, or bedroom.
Effective approaches:
Effective approaches:
- Keeping the floor on the same level to remove the visual barrier
- Using sliding glass partitions for flexibility — open in summer for one large space, close in winter for warmth
- Visual dividers like rugs, lights, or color accents to define areas without walls
Light and Glass: Max Out the Airiness
Panoramic glazing turns the veranda into a light well — but it also requires careful planning to manage sun exposure and comfort.
A few important details:
A few important details:
- Layer your lighting: ceiling lights, accents (sconces, strings), and ambient options like candles or floor lighting
- Use blinds, linen curtains, or roller shades to block harsh sunlight
- Install energy-efficient, UV-protected glass units to keep heat under control
Furniture and Decor: Beauty That’s Built to Last
Forget fragile, “showroom” furniture — it won’t survive on a veranda. Everything here needs to withstand humidity, temperature swings, and daily use.
Good veranda furniture should be:
Decor acts as the bridge between indoors and nature — soft fabrics, warm lighting, cozy throws, and natural accessories like stone or clay. The goal? A sense of calm and comfort, like a country home in the city.
Good veranda furniture should be:
- UV-resistant
- Lightweight but sturdy (like aluminum, treated wood, or synthetic rattan)
- Low-maintenance
Decor acts as the bridge between indoors and nature — soft fabrics, warm lighting, cozy throws, and natural accessories like stone or clay. The goal? A sense of calm and comfort, like a country home in the city.
Plants: Your Green Noise Filter
Plants do more than decorate — they create privacy, absorb sound, and help you feel grounded. What you choose depends on sunlight and how much care you're willing to give.
Good options:
Good options:
- For sunny spaces: yucca, olive trees, lavender, thuja
- For shade: ferns, begonias, hostas
- Use planters in a consistent style — ideally with a self-watering system
Seasonal Adaptations: Summer and Winter Require Different Approaches
If your veranda is open, it can still be used all year — but only with the right solutions in place.
Winter setups:
Summer setups:
Winter setups:
- Infrared heaters
- Clear PVC curtains or glass panels
- Blankets, rugs, candles, and string lights for warmth
Summer setups:
- Awnings, umbrellas, or retractable canopies
- Fans or built-in ventilation
- Mobile furniture you can easily move or reconfigure
Common Mistakes to Avoid
1. Pretty but pointless” setup
If your veranda looks good but isn’t comfortable — it’ll end up as a storage space. Always plan for real-life use.2. Disjointed design
Your interior and veranda shouldn’t feel like two separate worlds. Use a consistent design language across both.
3. Poor insulation or cheap glazing
This leads to condensation and discomfort in winter. Invest in proper materials up front.
4. Ignoring acoustics
Glass amplifies sound. Without soft surfaces or sound-absorbing materials, the space may echo like a drum.
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Final Thoughts
An apartment with a veranda isn’t just about sunlight and a chair by the window. It’s a new way of living — more open, slower, and connected to your surroundings. A well-designed veranda creates a sense of space, calm, and freedom — even in the middle of a busy city. And yes, it definitely adds value to the property.
If you’re considering buying an apartment or rethinking your current layout, ask yourself: what would your perfect veranda look like? It might be time to start designing it.
If you’re considering buying an apartment or rethinking your current layout, ask yourself: what would your perfect veranda look like? It might be time to start designing it.