How can I arrange furnishings on this back porch?
by Ann
(Georgia)
Ann's back porch
QUESTION: This back porch is narrow (about 8 feet wide)and one end is narrower because of the bay window. How can I best furnish and decorate the porch so that all of the space is usable?
Thanks for your help and ideas.
ANSWER: Thank you for the great question, Ann. And for coming to our website.
Dave and I had a chat about your porch and here are some ideas we came up with for your porch...
- On the narrow end of your porch, create a focal point by hanging an attractive piece of outdoor artwork on the wall. Below that you could put a small set of shelves and fill it with a collection of something you love: crocks, seashells, plants (if you have enough light).
- Then in front of the bay window, create an intimate area for drinking iced tea or a glass of wine. Get a small table and two chairs (a small bistro set). I saw some pretty tables last year at Home Depot that had a lovely mosaic top that would be perfect. You could even hang an outdoor chandelier above your table.
- Where you have your double rocker, get a small outdoor rug for that area to warm it up. You could pick up some of the colors in the artwork (or vice versa). You could also add color with cushions or pillows on your double rocker.
- Then on the other end of your porch, put down a complementary or matching outdoor rug and create another sitting area. You could get an outdoor floor or table lamp for that area, too. And maybe a classy wind chime.
- We hope these ideas give you some inspiration for your porch. We would love to see "before" and "after" pictures, Ann.
Most of all, have fun with it and create a porch that will you will enjoy. Thanks so much.
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