Photography by Laurey Glenn
This is an example of a mid-sized farmhouse stone porch container garden design in Richmond with a roof extension.

Lisa Konz Photography This was such a fun project working with these clients who wanted to take an old school, traditional lake house and update it. We moved the kitchen from the previous location to the breakfast area to create a more open space floor plan. We also added ship lap strategically to some feature walls and columns. The color palette we went with was navy, black, tan and cream. The decorative and central feature of the kitchen tile and family room rug really drove the direction of this project. With plenty of light once we moved the kitchen and white walls, we were able to go with dramatic black cabinets. The solid brass pulls added a little drama, but the light reclaimed open shelves and cross detail on the island kept it from getting too fussy and clean white Quartz countertops keep the kitchen from feeling too dark. There previously wasn't a fireplace so added one for cozy winter lake days with a herringbone tile surround and reclaimed beam mantle. To ensure this family friendly lake house can withstand the traffic, we added sunbrella slipcovers to all the upholstery in the family room. The back screened porch overlooks the lake and dock and is ready for an abundance of extended family and friends to enjoy this beautiful updated and classic lake home.

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz Rieves has a bungalow style home with a large front porch where she can share her decorations with the neighborhood. Autumnal throw pillows on the porch swing can be used throughout the season even after Halloween has come and gone. A table lamp gives the porch the cozy feel of an indoor space. It sits atop a 1930's era table purchased from an antique mall in Forney, Texas. Paint color: Spanish Moss, Restoration Hardware; paint: Sherwin Williams

Mid-sized elegant stone front porch photo in Philadelphia with a roof extension

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Amazing front porch of a modern farmhouse built by Steve Powell Homes (www.stevepowellhomes.com). Photo Credit: David Cannon Photography (www.davidcannonphotography.com)

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front porch design in Atlanta with decking and a roof extension.

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This is an example of a mid-sized coastal stone screened-in back porch design in Chicago with a roof extension.

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Rustic outdoor living table and chairs on a covered, wraparound porch.
Large country front porch photo in Portland with decking and a roof extension

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This outdoor living space provides the perfect setting to enjoy a fire while gazing across the water. Modern Rustic Living at its best.
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic back porch remodel in Atlanta with a fire pit, decking and a roof extension

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Inspiration for a large timeless back porch remodel in Atlanta with decking and a roof extension

The cozy front porch has a built-in ceiling heater to help socializing in the cool evenings John Wilbanks Photography
Arts and crafts porch photo in Seattle with decking and a roof extension

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Mid-sized farmhouse stone side porch photo in San Francisco with a roof extension

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Farmhouse porch idea in Milwaukee

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Country screened-in porch idea with decking

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Beach style porch idea in Philadelphia with a fire pit, decking and a roof extension

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