Verandah

A verandah or veranda is a roofed opened gallery or porch. It is also described as an open pillared gallery, generally roofed, built around a central structure. It is usually partly enclosed by a railing and frequently extends across the front and sides of the structure.

History of term

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, the word verandah originated in India where it is found in several native languages. However, it may have been an adaptation of the Portuguese or older Spanish varanda (baranda in modern Spanish), again borrowed from Indian languages, referring to a railing, balustrade or balcony. The distinctive style of Indian architecture evolved from a hybrid of east and west. The veranda is one of the many new hybrid architectural elements.

See also

• verandah - Definition at Wiktionary
• Porch
• Deck
• Balcony
• Patio
• Loggia
• Terrace

References

External links

• Verandah
• Archnet discussion forum on Verandah
• British Empire Architecture
• Ajay Sinha Discovers Experimentation in Ancient Indian Temple Design