There isn't much space for more than a shed roof style portico.

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I could build whatever. I'm building myself. Should I go over the 1st window on the left and right?

Your house could be more interesting with a wide porch with railings.?.a flat roof over the porchcould even offer a little balcony situation to the second floor..also adding lots of character

…railings on roof of porch as well…

A sort of New Orleans vibe

Windows that are covered by any porch will mean a darker interior space.

@btydrvn any pictures?

Gary. Go to HOUZZ photos and type in “ New Orleans homes “ to see several variations on these homes with porches on first and second floors

The porch does not have to be deep … also does not have to be full width of house…and top porch does not have to have a roof… whatever works within the size of your proposed porch… we have a shallow porch we love….

We built a pergola frame… put shade cloth up in summer… aaand our wisteria is eventually going to grow all the way across

I am laying in that hammock now… always love the reflections in the window at this time of day

Our deck/ porch is about 6-7’ deep

Btydrvn. Your yard is absolutely charming

I just screenshot it
What an inspiration !!😍

Thanks Lisa… I spend as much time out here as in the house…we have been here so long that our garden is mostly “survivors” and “thrivers”.. the pond adds a nice bit of humidity on hot days… and since I love puttering … even find a little zen from raking… it is ideal for our organic lifestyle