Modern small porch ideas
37 Modern Front Porch Ideas to Enhance Your Curb Appeal
Design by Lindye Galloway Studio + Shop / Photo by Chad Mellon
The front porch is a hybrid space that is both private and public, the symbolic face that your home puts on to present itself to the world, and a place for you to spend time outside without really leaving the house. Making an effort to decorate and style your front porch will also make guests feel more welcome and give you a warm and reassuring feeling when you come home after a long day.
Modern front porches come in all sizes, from mostly pass-through spaces to second living rooms. Whether you plan to use your front porch as a place to sip lemonade and wave to the neighbors, entertain friends over a cold beer, or sip your morning coffee while hunched over your phone before returning to your home office—the front porch can be a respite and a refuge and should be as carefully decorated as the rest of your space.
Here are some decorating ideas to help you to optimize the decor and layout of your modern front porch, no matter its size or style, so that it's as functional and updated as your interior.
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Add Drama
Design by Lisa Gilmore Design / Native House Photography
This modern front porch from Lisa Gilmore Design features a dramatic black-and-white porch swing that has the nostalgic appeal of this fixture with modern proportions. A black painted ceiling and black-and-white patterned throw pillows amp up the drama.
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Mix Color and Patterned Tile
White Sands
This Venice Beach, California Spanish-style bungalow from White Sands has black-and-white patterned floor tiles, a tall drought-friendly cactus, blond wood frame posts, and a candy-colored pink door that gives it an upbeat modern feel.
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Add a Colorful Outdoor Rug
Kate Marker Interiors / Stoffer Photography
A colorful outdoor rug instead of your standard welcome mat will instantly modernize a front porch like this home built in 1860 and renovated by Kate Marker Interiors.
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Use Modern Porch Furniture
Design by Martha O'Hara Interiors / Photo by Andrea Calo
This modern front porch from Martha O'Hara Interiors has sleek black-and-white furniture and a large potted cactus on a raised planter that creates a seating area. The colors also complement the style of the home.
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Hang a Modern Pendant Light
Mindy Gayer Design Co. / Photo by Vanessa Lentine
A black wire pendant light anchors the Dutch door on this Newport Beach front porch from Mindy Gayer Design Co.. The pair of tall sculptural white planters adds structure to the white, gray, and black space.
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Go Midcentury Modern
Tyler Karu Design + Interiors
The small front porch of this Maine house from Tyler Karu Design + Interiors has midcentury modern influence, with warm wood cladding, an assortment of house plants, and a vibrant coral-colored front door.
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Create an Indoor Outdoor Feel
Kendall Wilkinson Design
Kendall Wilkinson Design gave the minimalist front porch on this California home an indoor-outdoor feel with a wall of metal grid glass that includes the entry door and allows natural light to flow in. Black porch sconces reinforce the modern feel.
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Bring in Modern Vintage Touches
Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Erin Kelly
You don't have to live in a modern house to modernize the front porch. The use of an oversized arrangement of dried hydrangeas in vases with a whitewashed patina, contemporary brass sconce lights, and a jute rug give this porch from Leanne Ford Interiors an updated look that feels both timeless and modern.
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Install a Red Mailbox
Fantastic Frank
This modern Colorado cottage from Fantastic Frank has a simple front porch with seating and a coffee table for one, and a bright red wall-mounted mailbox that adds contrast to the neutral facade.
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Stay Neutral
Design by Lindye Galloway Studio + Shop / Photo by Chad Mellon
This suburban house from Lindye Galloway Studio + Shop has a generous open front porch that includes a modern swing and additional seating, in neutral tones that reflect the style of the home.
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Use a Bold Color
Fantastic Frank
This modern Ibiza home from Fantastic Frank has clean lines but a vibrant and intense terracotta stucco color that anchors it in the Mediterranean setting. An extra tall cactus in a faded terracotta pot is a bold gesture that adds a welcoming feel to the minimalist space and a pop of greenery.
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Hang a Door Greeting
Most Lovely Things
A trio of planters in varying heights on either side of the front door fill this small front porch from Most Lovely Things with a minimum of effort while offering a space to showcase seasonal flowers.
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Display Citrus
White Sands
A potted citrus tree, an outdoor rug, and a robin's egg blue Dutch door make the front porch on this Southern California modern coastal farmhouse from White Sands feel fresh and approachable.
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Hang Some Art
Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Amy Neunsinger
Leanne Ford Interiors added a sculptural modern wood chair and a rustic wood-framed print to the front porch of this 1920s cabin that gives it a casual modern feel that doesn't take away from the timeless charm.
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Design an Outdoor Living Room
Most Lovely Things
This modern front porch from Most Lovely Things has a living room feel with upholstered seating, black-and-white textiles in graphic patterns, and warm wood accents.
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Incorporate Spanish Modern Details
Blanco Bungalow
This breezy Spanish-style front porch from Blanco Bungalow has a chic black door flanked with a mismatched pair of plants, a natural door mat, and an industrial style sconce to give it a modern feel.
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Go Bright
Dazey Den
Dazey Den used neon orange paint on the small front porch of this Palm Springs midcentury modern home that make it feel fresh and updated while preserving the iconic style.
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Mix Old and New
Michelle Berwick Designs
Well-groomed classic topiaries, a black-and-white palette, industrial Edison bulb sconces, and a small seating area give this suburban front porch from Michelle Berwick Designs a classic modern feel.
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Place an Herb Garden
A Beautiful Mess
A hanging swing decorated with bright-colored throw pillows and DIY herb garden coffee table on this front porch from A Beautiful Mess add up to a feel-good bright space.
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Decorate With Greenery
Blanco Bungalow
If you don't like the idea of sitting out on your front porch, take a clue from this Spanish-style porch from Blanco Bungalow. Transform your front porch into a mini-garden with a casual assortment of potted plants at varying heights, including a green screen of potted plants hanging from macrame holders from the top of the arched door frame.
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Have Fun With Polka Dots
A Beautiful Mess
Polka dot tile on the floor and adjoining steps, a white porch swing, and potted palms give this front porch from A Beautiful Mess a playful and eclectic feel.
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Go Modern Farmhouse
Thistlewood Farms
A completely renovated early 1900s farmhouse from Michelle Berwick Designs preserved original features like the classic small front porch, which is furnished minimally with some rattan seating and a warm sconce light to give it a modern but timeless feel.
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Toughen It Up
Fantastic Frank
This front porch from Fantastic Frank has an industrial feel with its use of glass, gray stone, and a warm wood door.
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Accessorize the Furniture
Most Lovely Things
A palette of black and white warmed with blush-toned throws and an upholstered sectional gives this front porch from Most Lovely Things an outdoor living room feel. You can change out the pillows and throw blankets with different ones seasonally to give it a refresh.
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Add Modern Touches
Home Consultant
Adding a few strategic planters helps define the front porch and side entry door of this Spanish-style home from Home Consultant while a black metal sconce light and a plywood clad post help to modernize the space.
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Try a Bench
Brophy Interiors
Brophy Interiors softened the front porch of this new build modern cottage home with a wooden bench with a curved back that offers a shady spot to get some fresh air or wait for your ride to show up.
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Lay a Tiled Welcome Mat
Mindy Gayer Design Co. / Photo by Vanessa Lentine
Mindy Gayer Design Co. gave this front porch a modern feel with a herringbone patterned inlaid gray tile welcome mat that adds contrast with the whitewashed brick.
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Add Stripes
Thistlewood Farms
Thistlewood Farms added a modern twist to this modern farmhouse front porch with a bold black-and-white striped rug and planters filled with hot pink flowers.
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Modernize a Classic
Kate Marker Interiors / Stoffer Photography
Kate Marker Interiors gave this classic home a fresh modern feel with pale wood shutters and porch posts and flooring, while a pair of topiaries in square galvanized metal planters mix old and new.
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Incorporate a Fun Doormat
A Beautiful Mess
Letting the welcome mat be the first to greet guests with a casual Howdy gives this home from A Beautiful Mess a modern and approachable feel.
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Contrast Metal and Glass
Mindy Gayer Design Co. / Photo by Vanessa Lentine
Mindy Gayer Design Co. used metal and glass doors, streamlined black sconce lighting, and seamless flooring to give this front porch a modern feel. Wood and earthenware planters on the porch floor add a casual organic feel to all the streamlined materials.
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DIY Details
A Beautiful Mess
Simple details like DIY pillows with bright orange tassels give this front porch from A Beautiful Mess a cheerful modern feel.
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Leave It Open
Mindy Gayer Design Co. / Photo by Vanessa Lentine
Mindy Gayer Design Co. added a patio-style front porch with a seating area to this modern home that is located off to the right of the front door entrance and is open to the street.
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Light the Path
Brophy Interiors
Brophy Interiors added warm porch lighting that extends to the facade and retainer wall outside of this contemporary home that gives it a cohesive feel.
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Keep It Fresh
Mary Patton Design
This airy and uncluttered midcentury modern porch from Mary Patton Design feels as current as it did in the 20th century, while a yellow bench, sculptural planter, and fresh white paint on the porch structure makes it feel updated and fresh.
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White It Out
Maite Granda
This Florida modern cottage from interior designer Maite Granda has a recessed front porch set back from the road with painted white rocking chairs that match both the picket fence on the edge of the property and the pair of rocking chairs on the other side of the window in the living room. From the inside, the visible front porch looks like an extension of the interior with the same cohesive style.
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Keep It Bare
Maite Granda
If you live in a modern or contemporary home and don't plan on spending time on your front porch, there's no reason to embellish it.
Just make sure that it's clean, tidy, and in good repair, with an interesting mix of finishes to add curb appeal. This Florida front porch from interior designer Maite Granda is kept bare while a pair of staggered topiaries in modern blue planters softens up the steps.
How Do I Modernize My Front Porch?
An easy way to modernize your front porch is to keep it neutral-toned in shades of black and white on everything from the outdoor lighting to the doormat, wall-mounted mailbox, planters, house number plate, and other accessories. Or you can choose another path and paint the front door in a bright, non-traditional door color and add decors such as outdoor throw cushions on seating or bright colored flowers in a matching or contrasting shade for a modern look.
What Do I Put on a Modern Front Porch?
A modern front porch has a well-edited selection of decor—and furniture, if space allows—to give it a polished and uncluttered feel. A modern pendant light, colorful, or patterned outdoor rug in place of a traditional doormat, or sculptural planters can set the tone for a space that feels current and fresh.
When in doubt, choose timeless pieces in neutral colors that won't look outdated in years to come.
How Can I Make My Porch More Appealing?
You can make your home porch more appealing by painting the front door in a fun or eye-catching color, upgrading your welcome mat, or hanging a pretty sconce or pendant light.
If your porch is big enough, adding seating in the form of a bench, pair of chairs, or a porch swing will make it more appealing to spend time on. Make sure to keep your front porch neat and tidy by sweeping up stray leaves and dirt—never hesitate to add some plants or flowers that will make it feel more welcoming and upgrade your curb appeal. Just be sure to treat them well so that they enhance your outdoor space rather than detracting from it by looking sad and neglected.
45 Small Front Porches With Big Style
Inspired by Charm
Even the smallest front porch is a luxury that deserves as much attention to design as your interior space.
Check out these modestly proportioned front porches that don't skimp on style, demonstrating the power of maximizing bonus outdoor space, enhancing your home's curb appeal, and helping to create a welcoming landing pad for both you and your guests.
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Pastel Pink
Most Lovely Things
Connecticut-based blogger Annie Diamond of Most Lovely Things and her family have lived in 15 houses. "In every house we have made sure that the entryway is welcoming," she says. "Your entryway is the first impression that people have when visiting. I hope mine says, come on in... the door is always open!" Diamond uses Edison bulbs in her lanterns to create a warm and inviting glow, and keeps things fresh by swapping out plants, rotating seasonal decorations, and changing the front door paint color on a whim.
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Double Benched
Design by BASE Landscape Architecture
The small front porch of this 1920s Portland, OR house BASE Landscape Architecture is flanked with simple pale wood benches on either side of the enclosed landing space that add a modern touch to the space, with its vintage pendant light, arched windows, and elegant painted black and white moldings.
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Leafy and Romantic
Design by AHG Interiors / Photo by Nick Glimenakis
This 10x12-foot Catskills tiny house from AHG Interiors has a generous open front porch that creates extra outdoor living space. Classic decor choices and a tangle of climbing ivy create a lush, romantic setting.
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Mini Victorian
Design and Photo by Sandra Foster
This fairy tale Victorian 125-square-foot cottage in the Catskills of New York is the stuff that tiny house dreams are made of, with its room-of-one's-own proportions and romantic all-season feel.
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Small Swing
Design by Chamberlain Interior / Photo by Kacey Gilpin
A hanging porch swing, rattan chairs, and blue and green throw pillows give this small front porch from Chamberlain Interior a natural sense of ease.
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Ready for Company
Inspired by Charm
Blogger Michael Wurm Jr. of Inspired by Charm created a cozy sitting area on this small front porch with its black wrought iron detailing by adding a bench and hanging plants. "I love me a big front porch," he says. "However, after living in an apartment for a while, I realized you can make any space look beautiful. The size of the space doesn’t matter."
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Asymmetrical
Design by Kate Marker Interiors
A small bench and some plants make this cottage front porch with its asymmetrical roof from Kate Marker Interiors feel homey and inviting.
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Backyard Front Porch
Design by Six Four Five A / Photo by Ashlea Wessel
A small front porch makes even a diminutive garden studio more inviting, as evidenced by this minimalist backyard front deck from Oliver Dang of Toronto-based architecture and design studio Six Four Five A. The front porch is crafted from the same cedar strips and matching wood boards used for the fence and studio, creating a seamless look. A deck chair provides a place to take a break, and a little garden gnome by the door adds a touch of whimsy.
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In the Navy
Design by AHG Interiors / Photo by Nick Glimenakis
The little front porch on this modern Cape Cod from by AHG Interiors is designed to practically disappear into the facade, with a stone floor that matches the winding path to the front door, and a small bench painted in the same deep navy color as the rest of the house.
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Low Slung and Shaded
Design by Searl Lamaster Howe / Photo by Tony Soluri
Chicago-based architects Gregory Howe and Pam Lamaster of Searl Lamaster Howe designed the Lawless Retreat on the edge of a state park in central Michigan with a "shaded and low-slung front porch" that acts as an intimate landing space that opens into an interior with expansive views of the surrounding woods.
The house and front porch are clad in both untreated and charred cedar and obsidian lap siding. A pair of rosy deck chairs adds a warm dose of color. -
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Neutral
Design by Mindy Gayer Design Co.
Neutral shades of white, gray, and black, a wire pendant light, and tall oversized planters make this Newport Beach front porch from Mindy Gayer Design Co. feel modern and the Dutch doors makes it feel inviting.
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Country Styling
Cedar Hill Farms
Blogger Anita Joyce of Cedar Hill Farms created a French-inspired front porch with a classic vintage bistro table and chairs dressed up here for fall.
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Bistro Table
Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Amy Neunsinger
A bistro table and chairs and an unexpected framed print hung casually beneath the outdoor sconce give this small front porch from Leanne Ford Interiors an effortless dose of chic.
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Venice Beach
Design by White Sand Design Build
This cheerful Venice Beach, California Spanish-style bungalow from White Sand Design Build has black-and-white patterned floor tiles, a tall drought-friendly cactus, blond wood frame posts, and a candy-colored pink door.
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Boho Style
Design by Camille Styles
Camille Styles created a modern boho style front porch at her design studio with a rattan porch swing and accessories in natural woven materials, and a fresh coat of white paint.
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Sitting Room
Saw Nail and Paint
Seattle-based blogger Susan of Saw Nail and Paint created an intimate outdoor living room feel in this small sitting area at one end of her front porch with "thrifted, vintage, new, and repurposed" decor.
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Graphic
Clark + Aldine
Michael and Danielle Gutelli of design collective Clark + Aldine used inky black outdoor paint on the front door, porch floor, and outdoor steps to create a graphic counterpoint to the home's bright white exterior.
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Modern
Design by Tyler Karu
The small front landing on this modern Maine house designed by Tyler Karu has warm wood cladding, an assortment of house plants, and a vibrant coral-colored front door.
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Outdoor Reading Room
Our Town Plans
This guest cottage from Peachtree City, Georgia-based Our Town Plans has a front porch perfect for one, furnished with a rocking chair, side table and table lamp that turns it into an alfresco reading room.
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Burnished
Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Erin Kelly
This front porch from Leanne Ford Interiors includes gold-toned front door hardware, warm sconce lighting, a natural woven door mat, and painted urns filled with oversize bouquets of dried flowers that add a burnished warmth to the all-white exterior.
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Welcoming Vibes
Coffee, Pancakes & Dreams
A welcome sign and hello doormat reinforce the message that guests are invited to make themselves at home on this small front porch from Coffee, Pancakes & Dreams.
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Shades of Purple
Lily Pad Cottage
Blogger Kelly Rinzema from Lily Pad Cottage uses the front porch as a starting point for seasonal decor. For this fall arrangement, she embraced the symmetry of the porch itself, flanking the walkway to the entrance with hydrangeas in shades of pink and purple as well as large planters full of kale and cabbage.
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XXS Front Porch
Tumbleweed Tiny House Company
The classic 1999 Elm tiny house from Tumbleweed Tiny House Company has a portable dollhouse aesthetic that helped launch today's tiny house movement. The tiny but prominent front porch is one of the things that makes this RV tiny house feel like a home.
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Make Me Blush
Most Lovely Things
A palette of black and white warmed with blush-toned throws and an upholstered sectional gives this front porch from Most Lovely Things an indoor living room feel.
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Deconstructed
Design by Brophy Interiors
This small Southern California front porch from Brophy Interiors has a covered entry with built-in lighting and a simple bench to make it welcoming. To add additional seating, a portion of the front yard has been turned into a patio space with a small fire pit.
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Texas Farmhouse
Maison de Pax
Blogger Rachel Paxton of Maison de Pax started the redesign of this tiny Texas farmhouse on the outside, painting the formerly burnt orange exterior in matte black and creating outdoor seating and living areas on her front porch with a hanging bench on one side and a rocking chair on the other.
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Greenery
Design by Calimia Home / Photo by Jeanne Canto
Simple greenery and polished symmetry makes the small front porch from Calimia Home feel like more than just a pass-through space.
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Open
Our Town Plans
The wide open step up front porch on this little red house from Georgia-based Our Town Plans has a timeless all-American appeal, thanks to classic black accents on the door and shutters, and a pair of rocking chairs for contemplating the view.
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Suburban
Design by Michelle Berwick Designs
Well groomed topiaries, a black-and-white palette, and a small seating area give this suburban front porch from Michelle Berwick Designs a sense of polish and grandeur.
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Modern Farmhouse
Thistlewood Farms
A simple black-and-white palette, a vintage number plate, and stenciled steps give this simple farmhouse style front porch from Thistlewood Farms a timeless modern feel.
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Renovated Farmhouse
Design by Michelle Berwick Designs
A completely renovated early 1900s farmhouse from Michelle Berwick Designs preserved original features like the classic small front porch, which is furnished minimally with some rattan seating and a warm sconce light.
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California Wine Country
Design by Kendall Ermshar / Photo by Cottage Grove Inn
At the Cottage Grove Inn in California, a series of guest cottages include semi-private outdoor porches that open onto a grove of elm trees.
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Rule of Three
Most Lovely Things
A trio of planters in varying heights on either side of the front door fill this small front porch from Most Lovely Things with a minimum of effort while offering a space to showcase seasonal flowers.
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Stick the Landing
Design by Tyler Karu
If your small front porch is more of a landing, help it make an entrance with a pair of decorative planters like this home from interior designer Tyler Karu.
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Tropical
Casa Watkins Living
Your front porch should be decorated to complement the aesthetics of your home, but it's also a chance to give passersby a glimpse of your personal style. This small front porch from Casa Watkins Living has tropical colors and global accents that hint at what's going on inside the front door.
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Coastal Farmhouse
Design by White Sand Design Build
A potted citrus tree, an outdoor rug layered with and a robin's egg blue Dutch door make the minuscule front porch on this oversized Southern California modern coastal farmhouse from White Sand Design Build feel fresh and approachable.
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Set the Tone
A Beautiful Mess
A welcome mat saying "Howdy" on this front porch from A Beautiful Mess sets the tone and puts guests at ease.
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Black and White
Blanco Bungalow
This breezy Spanish-style front porch from Blanco Bungalow has a chic black door flanked with a mismatched pair of plants, a natural door mat, and an industrial style sconce to give it a modern feel.
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Patio Style
Design and Photo by Julian Porcino
This Spanish-style LA front porch Julian Porcino is more like a covered patio, with a wire chair and matching side table under the arched facade and some plants and a pair of outdoor sconces to provide a private spot for morning coffee or an after-dinner drink.
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Mini Living Room
Most Lovely Things
This small front porch from Most Lovely Things has a living room feel with upholstered seating, black-and-white textiles, and warm wood accents.
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Structure It With Planters
Design and Photo by Julian Porcino
Adding a strategic smattering of planters helps define the front porch and side entry door of this Spanish-style home from real estate broker and interior designer Julian Porcino.
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Herb Garden
A Beautiful Mess
A hanging swing decorated with bright-colored throw pillows and DIY herb garden coffee table on this front porch from A Beautiful Mess add up to a feel-good space.
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Covered
Design by Maite Granda
This small covered porch from interior designer Maite Granda has a pale gray door, a simple pendant light, and a short flight of entry steps that is softened with plants and flowering branches that give the Florida home an effortless and warm vibe.
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Symmetry
Design by Whittney Parkinson Design
The small front porch on this large suburban home from Whittney Parkinson Design has a hanging pendant light and a pair of tall double topiaries on either side of the tall black and glass framed double doors that adds a sense of classicism to a new build.
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Mini Garden
Blanco Bungalow
If you don't like the idea of sitting out on your front porch, take a clue from this Spanish-style porch from Blanco Bungalow and turn it into a mini-garden instead.
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Retractable Draw Bridge
Greenmoxie
The off-grid Greenmoxie Tiny House comes with a retractable electric draw bridge deck that serves as a front porch when open and pulls up for stress-free transport.
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Craig McMahon Architects, Inc.
Dror Baldinger Photography
Inspiration for the home: contemporary small porch with paving stones for outdoors and gardens
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Mike's Hammock
Josh Wynne Construction
I built this on my property for my aging father who has some health issues. Handicap accessibility was a factor in design. His dream has always been to try to retire to a cabin in the woods. This is what he got. It is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath with a great room. It is 600 sqft of AC space. The footprint is 40' x 26' overall. The site was the former home of our pig pen. I only had to take 1 tree to make this work and I planted 3 in its place. The axis is set from root ball to root ball.
The rear center is aligned with mean sunset and is visible across a wetland. The goal was to make the home feel like it was floating in the palms. The geometry had to simple and I didn't want it feeling heavy on the land so I cantilevered the structure beyond exposed foundation walls. My barn is nearby and it features old 1950's "S" corrugated metal panel walls. I used the same panel profile for my siding. I ran it vertical to math the barn, but also to balance the length of the structure and stretch the high point into the canopy, visually. The wood is all Southern Yellow Pine. This material came from clearing at the Babcock Ranch Development site. I ran it through the structure, end to end and horizontally, to create a seamless feel and to stretch the space. It worked. It feels MUCH bigger than it is. I milled the material to specific sizes in specific areas to create precise alignments. Floor starters align with base. Wall tops adjoin ceiling starters to create the illusion of a seamless board.
All light fixtures, HVAC supports, cabinets, switches, outlets, are set specifically to wood joints. The front and rear porch wood has three different milling profiles so the hypotenuse on the ceilings, align with the walls, and yield an aligned deck board below. Yes, I over did it. It is spectacular in its detailing. That's the benefit of small spaces. Concrete counters and IKEA cabinets round out the conversation. For those who could not live in a tiny house, I offer the Tiny-ish House. Photos by Ryan Gamma Staging by iStage Homes Design assistance by Jimmy Thornton
Ridge House
GriD architects
Paul Burk Photography
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Fall Container Plantings
KMS Gardens and Design
A contemporary planter holds ornamental cabbage, plectranthus and oxalis in a strong and colorful grouping.
Original design example of a modern small front yard porch with container plants for outdoors and gardens
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Cynthia Lynn
Design idea for a small modern front yard porch with decking and canopy for the yard and garden
Addition, Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels in 9 McLean0, VA
Moss Building & Design
This extensive home renovation in McLean, VA featured a multi-room transformation. The kitchen, family room and living room were remodeled into an open concept space with beautiful hardwood floors throughout and recessed lighting to enhance the natural light reaching the home. With an emphasis on incorporating reclaimed products into their remodel, these MOSS customers were able to add rustic touches to their home. The home also included a basement remodel, multiple bedroom and bathroom remodels, as well as space for a laundry room, home gym and office.
Styling the space
Under the Roof Decorating
I started by creating a cozy conversation area by placing the furniture at an angle to give the space the feel of a comfortable outdoor living room. With the floral trend being all the rage this season, I couldn’t resist adding bright floral outdoor cushions to jazz up the space. They brighten up the black wicker furniture and tie in nicely with flowers from the front garden and the yellow siding of the house, making the space cheerful and inviting. Since the clematis we planted last year hasn't grown in yet, I bought a Black-eyed Susan vine for extra privacy. It's in a pot for now, but I plan to drape it over the privacy screen. UTRdecorating.com
Our Work
Seefelt Flooring, LLC
Design idea for a modern front yard small porch with tiled decking and canopy for the yard and garden
Custom rail wooding and deck
Bradford Associates, LLC
The custom wood railing was designed as a screen to add privacy to the deck.
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Addition, Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels in McLean, VA
Moss Building & Design
This extensive home renovation in McLean, VA featured a multi-room transformation. The kitchen, family room and living room were remodeled into an open concept space with beautiful hardwood floors throughout and recessed lighting to enhance the natural light reaching the home. With an emphasis on incorporating reclaimed products into their remodel, these MOSS customers were able to add rustic touches to their home. The home also included a basement remodel, multiple bedroom and bathroom remodels, as well as space for a laundry room, home gym and office.
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Veranda design: choice of style, materials, tips
Veranda is a great way to organize an extra room in a country house or private house. Do not forget that this is a kind of "calling card" of the whole house: guests see the design of the veranda, then go inside the house. Before decorating the veranda, you need to choose whether your extension will be open or you decide to completely close it and make a cozy place with a gorgeous view from the window. This choice imposes some restrictions when choosing the necessary furniture and design in general.
It would be a great idea to decorate the veranda with garlands, it looks very nice at night
In warm weather, guests can be received in the veranda
Veranda, a great place to relax in the fresh air
Contents
- 1 The main differences between two similar concepts: terrace and veranda
- 2 How are terraces and verandas divided?
- 3 Veranda Closing Step by Step
- 4 Veranda Interior Finishing
- 5 Choosing a Style
- 6 Materials
- 7 Layout
- 8 Choosing furniture
- 9 Space around the main room
- 10 What curtains to choose for the veranda?
- 11 Should I add plants?
- 12 Video: Veranda design
- 13 50 photos of veranda design ideas:
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1 The main differences between two similar concepts: terrace and veranda
Veranda can be either closed or open building with any type of roof, while it must be part of the house. The terrace is located outside the main building, so you should initially plan the design of the terrace. When building a terrace, an additional raised base is created, often at a certain elevation from the ground. It must be fenced, otherwise it will be considered an open area outside the house.
The veranda has a common foundation with the house, which distinguishes it from all other types of additional buildings. The advantage is that it can be built together with the house or erected as an additional structure. Often, verandas are created in a closed type, allowing you to decorate it even as a separate room, especially true in the summer.
To create a good view, choose a large space, while windows can be on 2-3 sides. The porch should not be confused with the veranda, because it has no roof and walls or they do not border on the main building.
Do you want to create a full-fledged room, like in a private house? Insulate and completely close the extension, decorate it in the required style and arrange functional furniture. The veranda decorated with curtains will look very nice
Even in the smallest veranda you can organize a place to relax
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How are terraces and verandas divided?
Verandas can be closed and open. To save time, it is worth planning the structure before the construction of the main building. If the foundation is solid, the risk of cracks on the walls of the additional building will be significantly reduced. The extension must be documented along with the plan as part of a private house or cottage. If you decide to create a veranda after the construction of the main building, be prepared to pay additional money to complete the entire package of documents. Exterior decoration should be as similar as possible or made in the same style with the whole house.
Veranda, this is a great place to relax and drink tea
The chandelier in the design of the veranda will look very nice
In such a veranda you can relax at any time of the year
Terrace design is divided into three types.
Open type - a territory without a foundation, which can be additionally covered with a canopy.
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Great for a summer holiday in the country. Not popular due to the specific climate.
Closed version - equipped with a foundation separate from the main building, walls are installed.
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If you want the terrace to serve all year round, take care to install ventilation and heating systems.
Versatile terrace is one of the most popular options, thanks to the additional splitting of double-glazed windows and doors, which makes it easy to convert an open version into a closed one.
Equipped with a mechanism that allows folding roofs and walls. Built on foundation, easy to implement heating system
You can choose any type based on your desires and capabilities. It is better to take care of this even before building a house, the creation of a separate building will be much more expensive. In addition, you will lose time on the execution of an additional package of documents.
You can decorate the veranda with fresh flowers
It will be a pleasure to relax in such a veranda
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Step-by-step plan for closing the veranda
First you need to draw a detailed diagram. Then choose a material. One of the best ways is to close the veranda with polycarbonate.
Advantages of this method:
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high strength material, especially if you use a monolithic version;
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is able to delay ultraviolet radiation;
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is environmentally friendly, which is especially important if there are children in the family;
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is available in many options in different colors, this makes it possible to decorate the veranda in any style.
Before construction, it is necessary to draw a diagram, select a material, and then start building the frame. You need to choose a frame made of brick or wooden beams. If you do not want to spend money on buying new material, make a frame from what is left after the main building.
Veranda design with growing tree
In the veranda you can put a sofa, a fireplace and spend your free time outdoors
Veranda near a small pond will be your favorite place to relax
Tip! Do not forget to make the necessary calculations for sheets of this material and calculate the minimum bend.
Be sure to read the rules for installing polycarbonate before installing it:
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each step of the crate can be from 60 to 80 centimeters;
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in order for condensate to flow out without problems, it is necessary to install vertical channels vertically;
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sheets must be connected with special profiles;
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thermal washers are used to fix sheets, they do not damage coatings;
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The protective film may only be removed after all installation work has been completed.
There are many other materials, you should choose based on the characteristics of your home. The advantages of polycarbonate are that it is suitable for any type of private house or cottage.
The veranda hung with curtains will look very nice
The veranda can be glazed and rest there on the windiest days
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Veranda interior decoration
You can choose the design of the veranda yourself. But there are certain rules for interior decoration that must be followed to create a cozy atmosphere. The extension is created close to nature, so the style should be as close to natural as possible.
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Style Choice
The style must be chosen the same as the house was decorated or be as similar as possible to it. It is not necessary to create a veranda in an identical style, you can take the main points from the interior design of a private house and place them on the veranda.
For her, styles such as country or Provence are best suited. Thanks to the interweaving of comfort and simplicity, you can create a place that is ideal for relaxation. Unusually, while harmoniously, the Japanese style will look.
Flowers in flowerpots will perfectly complement the interior of the veranda
The veranda can be glazed and you can spend your free time there even in cold weather
You can decorate the veranda with flowers
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Materials
Remember the basic rule: no artificial materials, everything must be natural. If you have a lot of space, you can make an additional stone wall that will resemble a loft. The floors are made using porcelain stoneware - a wear-resistant material that can last for a huge period of time, while it requires a minimum of maintenance effort. It is best to use panoramic glazing that transmits light, illuminating the plants.
Tip! Install glass sliding doors that allow freshness to enter at a certain moment or, on the contrary, to protect from rain.
The palette should be natural to keep the overall atmosphere. Close to natural colors are suitable for decoration: green, brown and terracotta.
The veranda is a great place for outdoor recreation
In the veranda you can put a sofa, a table and receive guests
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Layout
Choose according to the purpose of the veranda: you can create both a small cozy place to relax and a full-fledged dining room, hallway or living room. If you are not going to create a kitchen from an extension, it is enough to purchase a designer table and light chairs so that you can sometimes chat over a cup of tea. You can cook a barbecue, then you need a barbecue.
If you need a veranda for country feasts with a huge number of friends and relatives, then the layout must be carried out taking into account all the rules. Divide the area for cooking and eating separately.
In the first one, you need to put an oven and a grill, a cutting table and separately purchase cupboards for dishes. Properly organizing the placement of kitchen furniture, you can rid yourself of the kitchen inside the house.
On warm days, the veranda is a great place to relax in the fresh air
You can put chairs in the veranda and spend your free time there
You can put a sofa in the veranda and enjoy the beauty of the surroundings
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Choose garden furniture, it is made of durable materials, perfectly tolerates the effects of external sources. Such furniture is not afraid of moisture, cold or strong sunlight. It is enough to buy one large table and comfortable chairs. You can put a large sofa for relaxing with the whole family.
If you create a room for relaxation, it will not be superfluous to put a coffee table. In the case of creating a full-fledged kitchen, purchase cabinets, otherwise they will be useless.
A rocking chair and slides with various plants look great to create a relaxing atmosphere.
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The space around the main premises
The veranda should be in the same style with the surrounding landscape. If there is a garden, it should organically continue the style of the extension. For example, you choose the English style for decorating the veranda, make sure that the garden was in the same style. It can be organically combined with other areas surrounding the house:
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create your own greenhouse or small conservatory right in the annex;
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playground for children to have fun while adults are busy with their own business;
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you can build a bathhouse and combine it with a veranda: take a steam bath, then eat shish kebabs.
With a responsible approach to design, a simple extension can turn into a full-fledged extra room or a functional resting place.
The veranda can be glazed and rested even when there is a strong wind outside
You can decorate the veranda with curtains, they will sway beautifully in the wind
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Which curtains to choose for the veranda?
Curtains will help to complement the design of the veranda in a private house, which can be:
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transparent - an easy option will help create a romantic atmosphere, it will not be able to protect you from the wind;
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Acrylic option - able to repel dust and dirt, a huge number of different options are available so that you can match the curtains to a certain style of the veranda;
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PVC film is the most practical option that can create comfort even in bad weather, but it looks much worse than the previous two options;
The type of curtains in a private house must be chosen based on your requirements.
If you want to protect yourself from the sun and curious neighbors, you should choose classic fabric curtains, fastened on hooks. It is worth tying up with special ties, the most popular options are magnets and hairpins. It is not worth tying the curtains very high, and also observe symmetry.
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Should I add plants?
In summer it is incredibly hot in Russia, you can save yourself from this not only with curtains and curtains, but also by planting plants. Vertical landscaping is ideal for an open veranda to cover existing openings. Our climate is favorable for various climbing plants, so you can give the veranda an incredible appearance and at the same time save yourself from the sun at no additional cost.
Vertical gardening can make the air more humid by reducing dust levels. If you want to give an unusual look to the extension, you can independently purchase rare plants, but you will have to spend a considerable amount of money.
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