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Front Porch Design Ideas from Georgia Front Porch
Front porches appeal to all types of buyers, from young families to older couples.
Is it any wonder that 70% of buyers from one Midwestern new construction company
choose a front porch “upgrade”? But how do you select the best design for your home?
Below are a few design ideas to consider before front porch construction or remodeling can begin—along with other features and amenities that will truly set your front porch apart:
DESIGN: If you live in a subdivision, your entry should be designed to compliment the architecture and feel of the neighborhood. If there is a Home Owner Association, find out the rules and restrictions for home remodeling to ensure compliance in your design. The goal is for your home to be enhanced and individualized but not detracting.
STYLE: From Colonial to Traditional to Victorian, styles can be created to perfectly match your home. Start by assessing the structural elements that are incorporated into the look of the house. For example, are there gabled peaks, curved or squared features? It’s best to recreate existing characteristics for the porch to maintain the charm and personality of the house.
MATERIALS: There are things to consider with regard to materials of construction.
To use shingles versus standing seam metal, bronze or copper for the roof,
bead board or smooth BC plywood or tongue-and-groove wood for the ceiling,
and wood, copper or iron for the railings? Also, consider are new composite materials for columns, fascia boards, etc. which greatly reduce any future maintenance or replacement.
FEATURES: Lighting can go a long way to create an attractive and welcoming effect for your guests. Recessed fixtures, perimeter rope lighting, and exterior up-lighting are increasingly popular. Keep in mind that low voltage light systems are less expensive, more energy efficient and cast a warmer light. Also you can upgrade your entrance with a decorative door — such as carved, stained mahogany, transom and sidelites, and leaded glass. Don’t forget ceiling fans that generate a cool breeze on warm still evenings.
BENEFITS: Enhanced curb appeal is always desirable, and the incremental gain in home selling prices most often exceed the cost of the front porch. From a practical standpoint, front porches and porticos add significant protection to the front door, reducing recurring maintenance and replacement required due to weather damage. And socially, full front porches add more livable space to homes—allowing oversized wicker chairs and swings for family and friends to relax, entertain and converse. Manufacturers offer beautiful, weather-resistent furniture and fabrics for homeowners to mix and match— complementing any porch design.
Georgia Front Porch specializes in recommending the best design for optimal curb appeal and enjoyment. They also have a complete portfolio of front porch designs available for your review. Just give Gary Zielinski a call at 770-781-8234 for more ideas and a FREE consultation. |
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