Do you ever find yourself rushing out of your front door in the mornings, searching for an elusive coat and tripping over a pair of shoes as you go? If so, then there is a solution; adding a porch to your home will not only improve its kerb appeal, it could declutter your space too – win win.
Creating a porch, whether it’s open-sided or fully enclosed, gives you room to store shoes and outdoor equipment, freeing up space in the rest of your house. A porch also adds a welcoming feel to the entrance of any style of house, or, if you have the extra space, it can even give you a place to sit and soak up the sun when your back garden is in the shade.
4 porch design ideas to consider
Enclosed porch
An enclosed porch is a fantastic way to add multipurpose square footage to your home, and with clever storage, you can design the space to perfectly suit family life. Creating a pitched roof for the porch gives character and depth to a flat modern house front.
Open porch
Why not go for a simpler, open timber-framed porch to add warmth to the look of your entrance? Either keep the wood natural or paint it to match your walls. An open porch is the ideal place to leave wellies and muddy outdoor gear, saving you from a clear up indoors.
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Extended porch
Who doesn’t love the idea of sitting on their veranda in the sunshine, watching the world go by? If your space and budget allow, get the most from your porch by widening it into a veranda and creating a tranquil spot with seating.
Canopy or overhanging porch
You could choose a simple yet stylish canopy porch in materials to suit your home. Why not a contemporary flat canopy or a traditional gable style, as shown here? A canopy porch will improve your home’s kerb appeal and also shelter your entranceway, extending the life of your door.
Whichever style of porch you choose, make sure to find out if you need planning permission before starting work.
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