I grew up in a house with a front porch. It was the place where everyone always seemed to congregate. Neighbors would stop over for impromptu get-togethers. The porch was the place to be.
My front porch is nothing like the one I grew up with. It’s small with only room for friends to sit on the front steps.
What it lacks in size, it makes up for in curb appeal with classic hanging ferns, antique urns filled with seasonal flowers and attention to small details like a vintage style mailbox and enamel house number.
It doesn't matter if we have a wrap around porch or a postage stamp sized landing, we can add curb appeal with our front porch design and here are some of my favorite ways to cozy up a porch.
When decorating a porch, think of it as an extension of your interior. Mix and match styles, wood tones and even consider adding an outdoor rug to anchor a seating area.
This swinging daybed takes the porch swing to the next level. A fun color adds style and piles of outdoor pillows add comfort.
Add outdoor curtains to your front porch design to add privacy as well as texture and color. They will also keep you cool on a hot summer day.
If floors aren't in the best shape, consider stenciling on a fun pattern and color for a low maintenance rug.
If space allows, add a small table and chairs for a casual place to dine al fresco.
Go bold with an over-sized chandelier that creates a fun, casual atmosphere.
So while I sit on my front steps watching the world go by, I’ll dream of one day having a porch just like the one I grew up with.
Image Sources: 1st image: Eclectically Vintage, Images 2-6: Better Homes & Gardens