A porch remodel can expand your outdoor living space and totally transform the look of your home.
Check out these exterior transformations to see the incredible results of a front porch remodel.
Fresh Front Porch Remodel
This Craftsman fixer-upperneeded lots of work to make it move-in ready.
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The facade featured a large front porch, but dark siding and peeling shingles gave weren’t exactly welcoming.
The homeowners spruced up the porch for a more inviting look that retains the home’s original charm.
Wood patio furniture and container plants flanking the door make the outdoor space more livable and homey.
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The boxy shape didn’t include ample space for outdoor furniture or gatherings.
After a front porch remodel, the dated exterior takes on a completely new life.
Hedrich-Blessing Studio
A makeover addedVictorian styleand more space for outdoor entertaining.
The peaked-roof entryway and gazebo with turret roof featurehanging basketsoverflowing withshade-loving flowersfor a more welcoming, friendly atmosphere.
Thisnew porch designprovides plenty of room for outdoor furniture, including wicker chairs and a settee.
Front Porch Reveal
Before, this home’s front porch was overgrown with greenery and hardly visible.
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A fresh coat of paint andother exterior updatesmade this porch a focal point.
Edmund Barr
Maintained landscaping replaces the mess of overgrown greenery that previously occupied this home’s front yard.
Now,siding shinglesand cream-colored paint give the exterior a fresh, inviting look.
The homeowners neededsmall front porch ideasto make their low-to-the-ground platform stand out.
The front porch remodel features bright white columns added to the design in place of the existing metal poles.
New furniture on the patio is arranged symmetrically to match the rest of the home’s layout.
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All-newlandscaping adds even more curb appeal.
For a wraparound porch this size, that’s a huge loss of potentialoutdoor living space.
The front porch remodel resulted in a livable outdoor area meant for summer days.
They also removed an unnecessary beam from the porch to provide uninterrupted views of the neighborhood.
This updated outdoor space can now host quality family time with ease.
nstead, make your porch pop with a gorgeous exterior color scheme.
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Without it, the house lacks dimension and interest.
A front porch remodel restored some of the home’s charm and spruced up this boring exterior.
Krista Droop
The new wraparound addition softens the home’s entryway and creates an inviting outdoor living space.
Thewhite trim perfectly complementsthe rest of the home, keeping with thetraditional Victorian style.
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Plus, the covered porch makes for an ideal shady spot to relax in the summer.
Building upon thecottage-style shingle sidingandbrick pathways, a porch addition helped bring out this small home’s charm.
Edward Gohlich
Even the smallest homes benefit from a new front porch design.
A simple entryway facade was recast as a snug porch with a welcoming portico.
By expanding the porch into the yard, this home has increased in size and style.
New Porch for a Bungalow
The charms of this petite bungalow are hidden in the before photo.
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Here, a nondescript front door and closed-off facade provide little interest.
A front porch remodel exposes the sunroom for a more open, airy feel.
The after photo reveals what an enclosed porch can add to a home’s exterior beauty and function.
Theporch designprovides areas to kick back in the shade or step aside and soak in the sun.
Front Porch Facelift
This 1940s bungalow updated in the 1970s needed another facelift.
A front porch remodel, andsecond-level additiongave this ordinary home a significant update.
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The new open porch maintains the home’s low-to-ground, casual feel.
The before photo shows a dark exterior and plain entrance that gave the home a drab, dated appearance.
The updated front porch proves that even narrow homes can have an expansive outdoor seating area.
Modern metal accents update the remodeled front porch, which now features bundled-steel columns and clean-lined metalwork.
The see-through metal porch railings also allow a clearer view from inside the house.
Two patio chairs and a side table form an outdoor seating area thatmakes the most of the small space.
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This front porch remodel demonstrates how small updates can instantly modernize an older residence.
The addition of an open porch creates an inviting point of entry for ushering guests in with style.
A total front porch remodel helps boost curb appeal and outdoor living space.
The new front porch adds dimension to the home’s classic, symmetrical design.
Newexterior paint colorsand architectural details refreshed the dated facade.
Shaded and unshaded porch areas mean this family can enjoy the outdoors no matter the weather.
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The small, awkward space leaves little room for porch furniture or outdoor living.
The house’s exterior is enhanced with a 400-square foot porch addition that opens up the facade.
The front porch plans included expanding the tiny patio to wrap around the corner of the house.
With more than double the outdoor space and added landscaping, this house barely looks the same!
After an elegant front porch addition, the home feels more connected to its surroundings.
A bit of construction work and a fresh coat of paint resulted in an incredible transformation.
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This front porch remodel includes new outdoor living space and beautiful landscaping seamlessly incorporated into the home’s exterior.
Oversize French doors provide a grand entryway.
Tall columns set on a bluestone floor complete the picture of elegance.
Porch Revival
Reviving an old porch can also revive the home.
The before photo shows a falling-down porch on a 125-year-old Italianate home.
Overgrown greenery and faded exterior paint make this place look more haunted than homey.
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The two-story porch extends to fit the entire width of the home for an expansive outdoor space.
Ornate details on the pillars and windows make this classic home style stand out from the street.
After a front porch remodel, the exterior improves in both form and function.
The new porch space enhances curb appeal and provides an additional living area.
The porch is simply furnished with just a few chairs and a porch swing.
In the before picture, the front yard lacks landscaping and personality.
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The new front porch design and a garage renovation give the house a more welcoming, functional facade.
No railings mean neighbors can see onto the porch, maximizing street-side charm.
Pairs of rocking chairs provide a picturesque spot to sit back and enjoy warm-weather evenings.
Pretty Porch Architectural Upgrade
A ho-hum Colonial was devoid of architectural detail.
A porch addition helped dress it up with more dimension and interest.
Peter Walters
Lush landscaping and aflagstone walkwayinvite passersby to admire the home’s shady porch.
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White trim on the railing and columns tie the design in with the rest of the home.
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