Kick back and enjoy the fresh air with these back porch ideas for relaxing, entertaining, and more.
Upgrading a back porch doesnt have to bust your budget, either.
Sometimes, just acoat of paintor a newfurniture arrangementcan give the space a whole new look.
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This design also includes fans installed in the ceiling to help circulate cool air.
Colorful Back Porch Inspiration
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Dont be afraid to experiment with your back porch ideas!
This porch is enclosed with a farmhouse-stylesliding glass door, opening up more furniture and decor possibilities.
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Cozy Porch Swing
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Aporch swingis a great back porch idea for a budget-friendly seating solution.
A coffee table with a few poufs also provides more versatile seating in this small space.
A dining table placed toward the back of the porch is a great spot to gather forfamily meals.
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A seating area with swivel chairs and a comfy couch also provides plenty of room for relaxation.
Covered Back Porch Idea
Thewood ceilingcovering this back porch adds cooling shade and style to the design.
Its also a great opportunity to add decor, such as the hanginglantern lightsnear the wall of the house.
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Casual Southern Decor
David A Land
EvokeSouthern stylewith this simple back porch design.
A wicker loveseat, chaise, and chairs keep the feel of the porch relaxed and casual.
This design places simple wood rocking chairs down the length of the porch.
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A mix of chairs, a sofa, and a pouf provides plenty of seating choices.
Screened-In Back Porch Ideas
Ascreened-in back porchlets in fresh air but keeps pesky bugs out.
This small porch has floor-to-ceiling screens that maximize natural light and the space’s size.
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Fresh air and light from the screened windows also allowpotted flowersto thrive on the porch.
But if you want to add color, you dont necessarily need to repaint.
This back porch idea uses a brightly patterned area rug and chair cushions to bringcomplementary colorsinto the space.
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Tall green foliage plants help break up the white andgray colorsof the porch.
Several plants provide color and serve as a stunning, live backdrop for the porch swing.
An overhang from the house adds shade, whilestring lightsmake the space usable after dark.
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A wooden rocking chair andsmall loveseatcomplete the farmhouse-style porch.
Breezy Screened-In Porch
Robert Peterson
Let breezes in while protecting your porch from the elements.
This large screened-in back porch offers beautiful, unobstructed views of the backyard.
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The open space also allows for multiple seating areas, including a sectional andround dining table.
Outdoor Dining Area
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This casual wood ceiling adds texture to a porch covering.
It offers a place for a hangingpendant lightand matches the relaxed quality of the mismatched dining table and chairs.
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Ivy and othervining plantsgrowing up and around the porch offer extra shade.
Small Back Patio
Turn the corner of a small back porch into acozy reading nook.
Though this porchdoesnt have a lot of space, its maximized with two simple outdoor chairs.
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Modern Back Porch Decor
James Nathan Schroder
Modernize your back porch with aneutral color palette.
However, the space is still casual thanks tostring lightsand bench-style seating paired with chairs at the dining table.
Thelight green colorhelps ground the backporch’s higher ceilingwhile complementing the natural wood.
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Hanging string lights throughout the space makes it feel more casual and comfier.
The rich blue curtains on this porch complement the dark tones of the wood floor and ceiling.
Embrace natural elements on your back porch, like a wood ceiling and floors.
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Thisrustic designkeeps it simple, with just a long dining table and chairs in the middle of the space.
Thetall arrangementin the center of the table helps draw the eye upward to highlight the attractive wood ceiling.
Built-In Benches
Cool gray tones help modernize this large back porch.
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Built-in bench seats with cushions also maximize the corner space.
A low coffee table in the center also provides a space to set drinks or food when relaxing.
A large cushion on the floor adds a comfy spot for furry friends to relax.
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A smallgardening tableset against the house is convenient for watering and repotting outdoor plants.
Pastel purple cushions give the porch’sretro wicker furniturea colorful facelift.
Outdoor Vaulted Ceilings
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Vaulted wood ceilingsare a stunning back porch idea.
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The largeoutdoor living spaceis anchored with a stone fireplace against one half-wall.
It also helps divide the dining area from the wicker furniture facing the open backyard.
Ahanging daybedmatches the porch’s casual design.
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Thissmall back porchidea features a striking black-and-whitepainted floor.
Since the porch is uncovered and open, the graphic pattern doesnt overwhelm the spaceinstead it helps modernize it.
Modern Screened-In Porch
Upgrade an old-fashioned screened-in back porch with modern design choices.
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Sleekpendantlightsover the table and a dark gray floor add contemporary appeal to this back porch.
Built-in shelves with potted plants also add color and life to the room.
If a creative and playful look is your style,whimsical gardenscan be an inspiration.
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Take your cues for your backyard from your home’s architectural style.
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