The porch pictured above is fantastic--deep enough for rockers, and it has the screened porch attached. So I could always see who might be walking by!

my dream front porch would be an enclosed courtyard.

This one seems to get noticed often. This porch opens to a fenced in yard that feels like it's miles away from anything but is actually right in the heart of Houston, Texas. It is furnished with separate dining and outdoor living areas and opens to the kitchen, dining room, and family room inside.

This one seems to get noticed often. This porch opens to a fenced in yard that feels like it's miles away from anything but is actually right in the heart of Houston, Texas. It is furnished with separate dining and outdoor living areas and opens to the kitchen, dining room, and family room inside.

Have you been to the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island in Michigan?

http://www.grandhotel.com/index.php

Now that's a porch!

Why change what is already amazing. Perhaps using exterior color would transpire the look you are seeking.

i agree 1000000000% with bepsf....