Porches have been on my radar even more this year as I anticipate getting my own little cozy space again to make my own relaxing place. And I can’t wait!
A summer porch is such an important part of the season and living outside is a vital part of social life here in the South. We love our outdoor spaces, don’t we? With our warm weather so many months of the year, porches get a lot of use and making them pretty is a big part of that as well.
Wicker, rugs, lanterns, lamps, artwork and accessories. All of those items make for a cozy porch to enjoy with family and friends. Since my porch is not quite ready yet, I’m sharing some of my favorites from some online sources.
(via House of Turquoise)
These colors are just happy and pretty together. White wicker is a summer staple and you can’t go wrong with it and some bright poppy fabrics.
(via kcrusenb.tumbler)
A long porch just makes me go ahhhh! Simple white beadboard ceiling, beautiful hanging lantern, and classic rocking chairs are all that’s needed to make this space feel comfortable and inviting.
(via Meant for the South)
This porch is so Southern and I love, love it! The windows, the fans and inviting steps are classic.
(via My Home Ideas)
A green door! What if I painted a green door on my gray-blue house, how would that look? I’m likin’ it! This simple little front porch speaks volumes, doesn’t it?
(via Pinterest, Southern Living)
This one, oh this one is my fave of all of them. The shutters just make this space, don’t they? I am taking some bifold doors off 2 of my closets and I plan to take them to my porch and recycle them. Ideas, ideas!
With my collaboration with Lowes Creative Ideas blogger team, I was recently given the opportunity to interview HGTV star, designer Kristan Cunningham all about decorating for the summer months and sprucing up those outdoor spaces. Kristan is an interior designer, DIY Expert and one of the most recognizable faces in design television.
Kristan is an expert at this and I know you’ll get some great tips from listening to her take on outdoor spaces. It was fun to chat with her for a few minutes. Bear with me as you start listening to it, there was a sound delay and dorky me didn’t keep up with it at first, but I finally got the hang of it later in the interview. We got to chat a bit about my house renovation too! Hope you’ll listen in!
So, did you enjoy these porches? Now, it’s your turn!
Link up your porch whether it’s a tiny front porch, side porch, back porch, deck, patio, screened porch, whatever you’ve got, let’s see it! I know we all get inspired seeing a pretty porch all ready for summer entertaining.
Ready, set, GO!
Laura at Top This Top That says
happy to share my little corner!
Betty Shepard says
Love a porch and wished I had one on my house. I would take a porch over the fanciest of decks anytime.
thistle says
Rhoda,
Thank you so much for hosting this fun party. I love the idea with the shutters….and bifold doors…..hmmm….you have me thinking 🙂
blessings,
karianne
Susan @ Afford Your Passions says
Hi, Rhoda – I love all your porch inspiration! I have a tiny porch, but it’s nowhere near being internet ready, so I won’t share!
If you are interested, the pinterest image with the uncredited source is from Southern Living:
http://www.southernliving.com/home-garden/gardens/front-back-screen-porch-patio-00417000071944/page56.html
Rhoda says
Thanks, Susan, I updated my link! Of course, Southern Living is my fave.
Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says
What a great idea for a party, Rhoda!! We just put together an outdoor bedroom on our rooftop patio and it has quickly become my new favorite space to do just about everything. 🙂
I love all of your inspiration pics, that long white porch with bead board ceiling is awesome, and I’ve always thought I’d paint my porch ceiling a fun color like some of the pics!
Enjoy the rest of your week,
Karah
Pat@BPM says
Hi Rhoda…I just saw your porch party and almost too late! As you can imagine we are a tad busy around here. I looked for something recent, but most are tables on the porch. However, I remembered the swan bench redo from last fall and thought your readers might enjoy seeing it, so that is what I a have linked…hope this is okay.
Fun party! Thanks so much for hosting.
shirley@Housepitality Designs says
I love the porches you have featured….Love porches of all kinds and especially a “Southern Porch”….I am sure you are so very excited to create your very own “Southern Porch” in your new home…Loved the interview…great tips…Have a wonderful day and thanks for hosting this great party!!
Linda @ it all started with paint says
I just love a good porch party … and this one is shaping up to be a winner!
In fact, the screen porch is the reason why we purchased our house …. and when we added on to the back of the house? Our #1 priority was to make sure we built a new screen porch!
🙂
Linda
Brandi says
I enjoyed listening to your interview. Kristan shared a lot of great tips.
Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says
A long porch is sigh inducing! And those shutters … you’ll work wonders with yours I know!
Here’s to long nights spent outdoors this summer.
Off to listen to your interview.
Kelly
nancy says
Although my deck is gorgeous I miss the enclosed porch from my former house that my husband and his father built. Hopefully my next home will have a porch. My favorite was the one with the shutters.
Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads says
Thanks for hosting this porch party, Rhoda! I love to see how people have decorated their porches. I may go sit on my porch while I visit with the other linkers.
SheilaG says
Great interview with Kristan, Rhoda! All your porch pics are to dream of. I have a tiny little porch/ entry way, would love a real back porch some day. I love the idea of a colorful ceiling. Can’t wait to see what you do with yours! 🙂
Pam says
I love ogling other people’s porches to see what they come up with. Thanks for hosting the party!
Deborah says
Rhoda,
Thank you for hosting such a great collection of out door spaces! I love screened in rooms that let the fresh air in and the bugs out! I look forward to ‘visiting’ yours when you are finished with it. 🙂
Your Friend,
Deborah
Debbie refresh restyle says
Thanks for hosting! See you next week =)