“A country house without a porch is like a man without an eyebrow.” So wrote Donald G. Mitchel in his 1867 book, Rural Studies. For the next half-century, front porches of all sizes and styles graced ...

Front porches are the heroes of many neighborhoods. Porches provide shelter and security and can add to our home’s aesthetics. If the homes in your neighborhood are lucky enough to have front porches, ...

Whether you are adding statement statue pieces, painted furniture or textiles, color is an integral part of the styling process that can be updated each season, says Stephanie Salway, owner and ...

Like the front yard, the porch sets the tone for the rest of the home as it’s visually front and center and the main entry point to the house, and it’ll likely create a lasting first impression on ...

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The front porch, an American icon of simpler times, appears to be regaining popularity across the nation after falling out of architectural fashion several decades ago. As architects and homeowners ...

There are few elements of architecture as infused with Southern style as the porch. And not just a little covered entranceway: A true Southern porch has room for more than a few rockers, a table or ...

There may be no better place to linger than a porch. They’re an extension of your indoor living space, a great place to decorate and a welcoming spot for visitors. From farmhouses to Colonials, a ...

Adding seating to your front or back porch can significantly improve this area of your home, both from a practical and aesthetic point of view. And if you’re thinking that your porch is too small to ...

Everyone loves a front porch. It's that magical place where you can watch the world pass you by. It's a place to escape from the confines of home while still being home. All over the world and in ...