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FRONT PORCH DESIGNSAnd More
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How do you pull all of the pieces together, architectural style, landscaping, and furniture to make your porch sizzle?
No matter the size of porch, there are things you can do based on your home’s architectural style to complement your porch.
Here’s a sampling of a few common architectural styles and complementary features to get you started.
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ARCHITECTURAL STYLE
PORCH CHARACTERISTICS
PORCH LANDSCAPING PORCH FURNITURE
ClassicalFederal, Revival, Tidewater, Antebellum
Porches range in size from small to large, symmetrical facades with a central entrance, equal number of windows flank each side of door
Clipped hedges around porch, use brick sidewalks and geometrical plantings in containers on porch
Teak
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VictorianGothic, Queen Anne, Revival, Italian
Large, one-story porch that extends across one or two sides of the house; may have multiple porches with some on the second level; use elaborate details (moldings) on porch between posts or columns and around door frame
Symmetrical and colorful plantings in containers or window boxes on porch; use elaborate details (moldings) on porch between posts or columns and around door frame
Wrought Iron
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE PORCH CHARACTERISTICS
PORCH LANDSCAPING PORCH FURNITURE
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Colonial style also Dutch, Garrison, Saltbox
Porch is usually small in size with a pediment and perhaps more ornate door frames; crown molding or a pediment over the front door: pilasters or columns; double-hung windows or multi-pane windows in pairs on each side of front door
Brick pathways, symmetrical large plantings on each side of the door, geometric beds, make the porch/entrance dramatic with striking door color and wreath
Classic teak furniture, geometric placement is the key
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE
PORCH CHARACTERISTICS
PORCH LANDSCAPING
PORCH FURNITURE
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Farmhouse English/Country
Large wrap-around porches; tall windows; shingle or metal roofs; dormers and gables; lat siding; simple moldings and trim; odd, irregular shape; lack of ornamentation; tall, over-sized windows; natural materials like cedar or stone; blends with natural surroundings
Use symmetrical plantings, simple painted garden furniture, rockers and a swing of course! Use brick, flag stone and stepping-stone walkways to access the porch. Also consider using prominent features like arbors and pergolas. Use mixed beds and borders around porch.
Teak or heavy wrought-iron furniture
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE
PORCH CHARACTERISTICS
PORCH LANDSCAPING
PORCH FURNITURE
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Contemporary or modern also Bauhaus, International, or A-Frame
Porches vary in size; not easily distinguishable due to many shapes. Odd, irregular shape design; lack of ornate moldings; wood or stone siding; blends with natural surroundings.
Asymmetrical plantings in, on, and around porch; evergreens around porch is common; flagstones for walkways
Stained or weathered furniture
ARCHITECTURAL STYLE
PORCH CHARACTERISTICS
PORCH LANDSCAPING
PORCH FURNITURE
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