Your front porch can be a charming oasis for you and your household to relax and entertain. It should be an extension of your home, connecting your inside and outside space, and enhancing the appearance of your abode. With a beautiful porch, you’ll improve your curb appeal and have a comfortable space to spend time in.
Some owners consider their porch an afterthought, but if you take the time to plan and renovate your porch, it will become a space your whole family can enjoy. Whether it’s small and simple, or a big wraparound porch with lots of space, there are many beautiful ways to breathe life into your home with a porch or veranda.
You could have a porch that needs just a few minor updates, or maybe you want a total overhaul to transform the look of your home. Consider your budget, design and options for a porch or veranda that will suit your household’s needs!
Take a look at these 4 beautiful porch and veranda ideas we’ve rounded up for you!
1. A Porch Enclosure
If you love the idea of a porch, but aren’t fond of the temperature dips and spikes throughout the year, consider a porch enclosure. This way, you can get the feel of being outside, without the extreme heat or cold. Gentek porch enclosures ensure you have a fully functional four-season room with ventilation and low maintenance. They offer an array of colors and designs to help you choose the perfect one for your home!
2. Get Your Paint On
If you’re going to enhance your porch, why not add some colour? You can contrast your porch colour with the rest of your home (think black and white), compliment the colour of your siding, or add a pop of colour to your front door that makes your porch stand out. If you used Gentek siding for your home, you can get the ICI/Dulux paint code for your porch that will match your siding perfectly.
3. Let There Be Light
Whether you opt for a porch enclosure or an open-air porch, lighting is an essential element of a beautiful porch. There are many ways you can add lighting, depending on the design and style of your home. You can add a light fixture, pendant lights, bulb patio lights or string lighting around your veranda. Whatever you choose can enhance the appearance of your porch, making it welcoming and relaxing.
4. Patio Furniture
If you want your patio to be a space you can relax and entertain in, you’ll want to choose the right patio furniture. If you have a small patio, keep the furniture simple and minimal. But if you have a large porch, don’t be afraid to go all out! You can add chairs, rugs, tables, throw cushions, and even a charming porch swing. Just like the interior of your home, furniture will improve the aesthetics and comfort of your porch!
With these 4 porch and veranda ideas, get ready for your home to totally transform, both functionally and aesthetically!