Tricia Shay Photography
Farmhouse porch idea in Milwaukee

Point West at Macatawa Park, MI
Beach style screened-in porch photo in Grand Rapids with decking and a roof extension

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

Mountain style porch idea in Dallas with a roof extension and a fire pit

Inspiration for a coastal medium tone wood floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Birmingham

Nothing evokes the spirit of the ocean more than unobstructed cliff side views of the Pacific and nautical décor. This custom home was built to entertain guests who can’t help but enjoy the pleasures of sunny days and the warmth and light of the unique fire wall into the night.

photos by Steve Chenn
Elegant patio photo in Houston with a fire pit and a roof extension

Greg Reigler
This is an example of a large traditional front porch design in Miami with a roof extension and decking.

Caroline Allison
Patio - mid-sized coastal backyard patio idea in Miami with a roof extension

Transitional porch idea in Atlanta with decking and a roof extension

Patio, dining area, and fireplace.
Example of a tuscan patio design in Santa Barbara with a pergola

Inspiration for a large traditional full sun front yard concrete paver and wood fence formal garden in New York with a pergola for spring.

Inspiration for a large contemporary rooftop rooftop deck remodel in Mumbai

Jason Dallas Design
Inspiration for a timeless dark wood floor living room remodel in Charlotte

The best of past and present architectural styles combine in this welcoming, farmhouse-inspired design. Clad in low-maintenance siding, the distinctive exterior has plenty of street appeal, with its columned porch, multiple gables, shutters and interesting roof lines. Other exterior highlights included trusses over the garage doors, horizontal lap siding and brick and stone accents. The interior is equally impressive, with an open floor plan that accommodates today’s family and modern lifestyles. An eight-foot covered porch leads into a large foyer and a powder room. Beyond, the spacious first floor includes more than 2,000 square feet, with one side dominated by public spaces that include a large open living room, centrally located kitchen with a large island that seats six and a u-shaped counter plan, formal dining area that seats eight for holidays and special occasions and a convenient laundry and mud room. The left side of the floor plan contains the serene master suite, with an oversized master bath, large walk-in closet and 16 by 18-foot master bedroom that includes a large picture window that lets in maximum light and is perfect for capturing nearby views. Relax with a cup of morning coffee or an evening cocktail on the nearby covered patio, which can be accessed from both the living room and the master bedroom. Upstairs, an additional 900 square feet includes two 11 by 14-foot upper bedrooms with bath and closet and a an approximately 700 square foot guest suite over the garage that includes a relaxing sitting area, galley kitchen and bath, perfect for guests or in-laws.

Example of a beach style brick floor sunroom design in San Francisco with a standard ceiling

Patrick Argast
Country porch container garden idea in San Francisco with a roof extension

Wally Sears, Julia Starr Sanford, Mark David Major
Inspiration for a coastal porch remodel in Jacksonville with a roof extension

Elegant backyard patio photo in Boston with a fire pit and no cover