The front porch is jack of all trades. It’s a place where you can seek peace and quiet, have fun with the kids, welcome and chat with neighbors, or have a simple breath of fresh air. It does it all. It’s truly another extension of family life. So why not add your personal design touch to the area of your home people see first? Lake City Loft interior designer, Danielle Robinson offers some insight and tips on how to create that unique front porch…
There’s something to be said about the way a beautifully adorned front porch makes us all daydream about what it might be like to live in ‘that house’ on ‘that street,’ where everything seems like Wisteria Lane. Spring is a natural time to start focusing on your outdoor living spaces to set the mood for your family to enjoy them during the good weather seasons. If you’re lucky enough to live in a ClearWater Home, you already have a darling porch swing to start yourself in the right direction!
Creating a comfortable conversation area is typically the first step in creating a front porch where your family and friends will want to gather after a morning of exercise, or at the end of a long day to watch the sunset, and have meaningful moments together. My front porch has an ‘only edible apples’ clause, because I want people to be purely engaged in the moment – relaxing, eating, and bonding. I love to spend time on my front porch reading real books, watching my kids play, and serving snacks. Front porch memories are the kind we keep forever.
In addition to a stylish and comfortable collection of outdoor furniture, some potted plants, and maybe even a colorful outdoor rug can enhance and personalize your space. And certainly don’t underestimate the charm of adding a porch fan, and some interesting light fixtures!
Article by Danielle Robinson
Interior Designer, Lake City Loft
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