Create the ultimate outdoor oasis with these fresh front porch ideas.
To inspire your nextporch refresh, we’re sharing our best ideas foroutdoor seating, accents, and decor.
If country style is your thing, keep it simple with a fewfarmhouse or rustic touches.
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The galvanized metal planter and wooden stepladder-turned-accent-table strike a rustic tone.
The decorative curtains make the space cozy and help block glare from the sun.
The contrast in materials between the woven rocking chairs and the metal table creates a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.
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Outdoor curtains bring polish and privacy.
Add Natural Texture
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For a quaint porch feel, incorporate wicker furniture.
Add some flowers and drape a quilt over a chair to complete the look.
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A petite seating setup packs plenty of personality on thissmall front porch.
The single chair and low-slung bench are sized right for the narrow porch rather than a complete furniture set.
Natural Front Porch Decor
Create airy summer porch decor by incorporating furniture with slim silhouettes.
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Black, white, and wood tones provide a clean, inviting look.
Accessories introduce splashes of blue that bring personality to the space.
Layers of pillows andthrow blanketskeep the look from becoming too formal.
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Using only two or three colors keeps the porch design cohesive.
A combination of folksy, traditional, and contemporary accessories keep the atmosphere casual and comfortable.
The pouf becomes a cocktail table when pulled out and topped with a tray.
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Provide Contrast
Draw attention to your porch with some tasteful contrast.
Here, the texturedblack wallscreate a cozy space and help the white trim and ceiling look clean and modern.
The natural textures in the decoration help balance it out to create a truly rustic-modern blend.
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Farmhouse Front Porch
Create afarmhouse porchwith casual style, an open design, and cool comfort.
Relaxed decor adds style without overshadowing your porch’s natural architecture.
This porch features black and white rocking chairs, rustic pendant porch lights, and simpleoutdoor farmhouse furniture.
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Outdoor Dining Space
A dream porch should be designed around function.
This particular space was built foroutdoor dining.
Add Texture and Pattern
Add dimension to your porch with different textures and patterns.
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Lots of woodin different grains and beam sizescreates contrast without getting cluttered.
Accessorize with common colors but different patterns, like graphic black-and-white striped pillows and geometric porch rugs.
This screen porch does exactly that using DIY projects, casual decor, and plants.
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A trellis made from wood slats painted green supports pottedclimbing mandevilla plantsto add privacy while providing natural light.
Colorful Boho Porch
Bring colorful personality to your porch with an eclectic assortment of furnishings.
Outdoor string lights crisscross overhead to givethe boho-style porchan inviting glow.
Simple Porch Furniture Ideas
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This picture-perfect porch does a lot with very little.
A matching dining set!
When you invest in a quality table and chairs, any other accents aren’t necessary.
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Simple Porch Ideas
Stylish front porch furniture ideas can be both simple and affordable.
New outdoor cushions unite a vintage rattan sofa and inexpensive chairs on this screened-in porch.
For privacy,sheer outdoor curtainshung from a basic rod don’t block too much light.
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Pretty Porch Swing
Pretty yet practical, porch swings are a fun addition to any outdoor area.
Poufs are easy to maneuver and move around the porch for different seating configurations.
This herringbone brick pattern adds rustic energy and comfort to the porch, as well as some much-needed texture.
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It also adds character to a clean and classic white porch.
For a fun summer project, try doing it yourself!
Plenty of greenery proves that plants don’t have to be colorful to be impactful.
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Here, foliage pops against the porch’s clean white surfaces to create a modern farmhouse appearance.
A 60:30:10 ratio of three neighboring hues keeps the scene tranquil.
Light pink covers the largest area for a calm foundation.
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Contrast boxyoutdoor furniturewith a few curvy pieces to keep things from being too stark.
Low-slung scoop chairs with wire frames add softness.
Indoor living amenities and styling add extra comfort, including the rug underfoot and breeze-generating ceiling fans overhead.
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Iron lanterns above the seating area help illuminate the space after the sun goes down.
Accessories like this pendant lamp and the hats and coats along the rack help break up the color.
If your porch is spacious and supports several functions, look for ways to unify the space.
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Midcentury Modern Porch Decor
Covered porch ideas span from cottage style to contemporary.
Add a modern touch to a summer porch design withretro patio furnitureand a geometric area rug.
A basic midcentury-style pendant provides lighting for late-night entertaining.
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The Pink Moment
Coral color flashes across the Ojai, CA, sky most nights at dusk.
Here, light-color bricks on the fireplace surround echo the surfacing of the home.
A white garden stool serves as a tiny end table.
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The lightweight furnishings can easily be moved around to create a larger seating group.
Porch ideas for summer don’t have to be complicated.
Sometimes a simple swap of the color palette can make your design feel fresh again.
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Front Porch Paint Colors
Looking for porch paint ideas?
Try apretty mix of pastels.
Chippy finishes give this summer porch pretty patina.
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The lively mix of colors balances the rich tones of the wood ceiling and shingle siding.
A colorful andcozy swing bedkeeps the space casual and fun.
Front Porch Lighting
Consider adding skylights to bring extra sources of light to a dark porch.
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For extra circulation, vent the skylights to increase airflow.
This porch also includes glass-front doors that boost the amount of light passing from exterior to interior spaces.
Covered front porch designs, as well as screened-in porches,allow for more variety in fabrics.
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High Porch Ceiling
The view from your porch is breathtaking, so why not enjoy it year-round?
A vintage chandelier adds charm and gentle porch lighting.
Cottage-Style Front Porch
Bright colors and a weathered patina welcome visitors to this cheery porch.
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Columns add architectural support and a classical quality while a beaded-board ceiling adds texture.
Two porch ceiling fans circulate air and keep the space cool and refreshing.
Those seats should be relaxing and welcoming, as well as suited to your personal preference.
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This screen porch has the look and feel of a living room with pillow-adornedwicker furnitureand a fireplace.
Bring out colorful pillows and a plush swing cushion for cozy seating.
Do you want screens?
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Answering all of these questions will help you determine the size, shape, and layout of the porch.
For a front porch, plan for it to be at least 8 feet deep and 16-20 feet wide.
Have an electrician install any outdoor circuits, outlets, and switches for electronics.
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Back Porch Inspiration
Bring a party outdoors by extending living space off the back of your home.
This simple porch design features beautiful stone tiling and brick trim tiles, classic columns, and French doors.
The furniture looks airy with exposed legs, which helps make the most of the small space.
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Porch Design Inspiration
Consider your home’s architectural style and incorporate those elements into your porch design.
The classic design of this porch perfectly complements the home’s Italian villa-inspired style.
Rounded archways and heavy stone surfacing create a comfortable, rustic setting.
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Plenty of lighting and a large fireplace ensure gatherings can last well into the night.
Porch Privacy
Capture the beauty of woodland surroundings with a porch built among the trees.
Simple fabric ensures the focus will be on the great outdoors rather than the porch decor.
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Comfortable wicker furniture blends seamlessly with this home’s horizontal railings and barn red exterior.
The throw pillows keep the color palette consistent and are a welcoming accent to the seating area.
Window screens ensure this beachfront porch can be used all year long, rain or shine.
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Cozy Cottage Front Porch
Give a plain porch a boost of personality with the right details.
This cottage-inspired porch design owes its look to a beaded-board ceiling, cool color palette, and eclectic furniture.
To keep the feel natural, electrical lighting is replaced with a hanging lantern and an army of candles.
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Sunrooms add versatility throughout the year since windows can be replaced with screens in warm months.
This small sunroom makes the most of a tight space with airy furniture and a neutral color palette.
Extend the comforts of the indoors with indoor-outdoor light fixtures, fabrics, and furniture.
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Ensure bugs and other critters aren’t an issue byinstalling window screens.
With the right accessories, they can also inject personality.
This classic home’s porch includes a trio of lanterns that create unexpected levity.
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Add Brightly Colored Cushions
Delicate wicker furniture makes this porch feel airy and light.
Bright blue cushions with sunny yellow pillows bring in the bold.
Front Porch Daybed
This enclosed porch is all clean lines and organic textures.
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Stately columns make the space feel more like an extension of the home than a separate outdoor space.
Choose Complementary Colors
A porch is the ideal opportunity to play with color.
If picking a vibrant scheme feels intimidating, look to thecolor wheelfor inspiration.
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Here, wicker furniture, a woven basket, and a natural fixture do the job.
Mix Materials
This wraparound screen porch incorporates several different materials for visual interest.
A mix of gray and white pillows keeps the color palette modern and subdued.
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Wicker furniture and lots of natural light play up the breezy feel.
Install a Swing
Who doesn’t love a porch swing?
Upgrade from the classic two-seater to a large daybed swing for extra comfiness.
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(To ensure safety, these beds are best hung by a licensed contractor.)
Paint the Porch Ceiling
Consider an eye-catching paint color for the ceiling.
On this waterfront porch, sky blue mimics the real deal and is bright even on cloudy days.
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Reserve saturated, intense colors for furniture and accessories, like these teal chairs and orange patterned pillows.
Clean-line all-weather wicker furniture adds a modern twist, while bright green cushions bring a pop of color.
Bamboo shades maintain privacy but can be rolled up to allow more light into the covered porch.
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Think Symmetrically
Since this porch isn’t very wide, the furniture couldn’t be bulky.
(Just see to it the fabrics and cushions can withstand sun and moisture!)
Timeless Porch Design
White rocking chairs complement the timeless design of this classic porch.
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Theprimarily gray exterior color schemeand simple white columns provide a versatile foundation for layering in color and style.
Floral-patterned pillows andblooming container gardensserve as easy-to-change accessories.
The furniture was culled from different sources, but the aged white finish on the pieces unifies the look.
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The trunk’schippy-painted finishadds an additional layer of texture.
Classic wicker furniture with nautical blue-and-white striped cushions nods to cottage style.
Keep sightlines unobstructed so you’re free to fully take in the view from your porch.
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Here, furniture at relatively the same height keeps the focus on the view.
Porch Dining Area
Wicker chairs encircle a charming farmhouse table for a picture-perfect alfresco dining room.
Overhead, star-shaped light fixtures sparkle when the sun goes down.
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A cushy patterned rug adds comfort underfoot.
Cottage-Style Porch
A glam color combo meets cottage style in this screened porch.
Bright fuchsia and navy blue add flair to the white furniture and woven hammock.
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A wood ceiling and floor bind the room in and help the lofty space feel cozier.
Breezy Outdoor Living
This pretty porch has all the comforts of the inside brought outside.
The outdoor furniture comes equipped with cozy seat cushions and colorful patterned throw pillows.
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Ceiling fans help circulate the air to prevent the space from feeling sticky.
Lamps and mounted lighting illuminate the space after the sun goes down.
Black and White Porch
This covered sunporch makes the most of its tropical surroundings.
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The daybeds, outfitted with bold striped seat cushions, offer plenty of seating.
Sunshine yellow accents scattered throughout the space help break up the strong black-and-white palette.
The navy-and-white striped seat cushions pair stylishly with orange throw pillows and accessories.
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The rustic stone fireplace makes it easy to entertain throughout multiple seasons.
Contemporary Porch Style
A sleek built-in banquette and a plankceiling treatmentlend modern appeal to this porch.
The sunny yellow hue of the banquette’s seat cushion repeats itself on the curvy wicker chairs nearby.
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A woven red area rug beneath the freestanding seating area helps ground the space.
Front Porch Area Rug
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When in doubt, add an area rug.
It’s also a lifesaver when building a color scheme.
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Paint the Front Door
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Working with a small porch but want to introduce some color?
Look no further than the front door.
A low-effort way to take it the extra mile without changing the basics is adding an abundance of greenery.
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It’s an easy and cheap way to change up the look of a porch.
Mixing several shades of a single color looks more interesting and inviting than using the same color everywhere.
Strategic shots of red in the furniture stand up to the intensity of the blue and add visual interest.
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