Our Updated Front Porch

When we moved in, I was anxious to update the front porch because it is the first impression of your home. Well, maybe second to overall curb appeal. I wanted our home to feel warm and welcoming. Given the size and original pebble, I also knew it would be a quick and easy fix.  I’m always looking for quick projects to check off of my list!

A porch doesn’t require much, a little light for safety and ambience, seating for comfort and to make your home feel inviting, and as always, something organic – my favorite!

We repurposed the weathered bench that was on the patio at our previous home, along with the outdoor pillow. Even the planter was a previous fixture. I always try to use what we have before rushing out to purchase new, though it’s tempting! I filled the planter with lavender, which is incredibly low maintenance, requiring little water. It’s one of my favorite plants because it’s beautiful and repels mosquitos. It’s always a staple at our home.

I wanted lighting that would continue to look more beautiful through time. So, we had copper lanterns hand made with hurricane glass to add a little ambience with their soft glow. Copper is frequently associated with Tudor style homes and I want to continue to embrace that, making it feel less 70’s.

We’ve also added a fountain just outside our living room window that the birds and girls alike adore, surrounded by landscaping in soft pinks, purples and yellows. It’s beauty distracts me from the dust and chaos we have indoors while we continue remodeling. {photos to come!}

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I’d love to eventually replace the roof of the porch with a copper overhang and accent it with copper downspouts, but for now, I’m beyond excited about the progress we have made in the last 12 months.

Here’s the listing photo for reference: