The hedges at the palms are blocking the view of your home. The tree in front is shading the windows, but is also blocking the entry. Perhaps you should consider a pergola instead. Lantern lights should be 1/3 the height of your front door. The tubby bushes under them are also constraining the way to your door. Are those chairs in the walkway from the door to the house? Can you actually sit in them? Would you make use of a patio in the area in front of the windows?

I have been toying with the idea of a pergola and a patio...wow! Thank you. The chairs are not currently there, the picture is from a previous owner. I do not believe anyone would actually sit there and love the idea of a from patio and pergola for this! I was considering having it run between the two front extensions over the front windows. Removing the tree may be an option...the hedges are rather overgrown and if they can be removed, it would really open up the yard!

Thank you for the welcome. Florida has been our second home for many years, but we always go back and forth. It will be nice to get settled in. I do like the idea of a metal roof. I am wondering if the home has more of a villa feel and if metal can work with it.

In a sunny location I'd stick with a light colored roof. A dark roof will likely increase your energy bills. I don't see any particular style to your home that would prevent using metal.

I think a light gray roof, either shingle or metal would look good on you house.