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Porch A Place

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Really embracing the summer life means sitting on the porch, right? Whether you like to do it while watching the sunrise, sipping your morning coffee, or unwinding at the end of a really long day, there’s just something relaxing about hanging out on the porch. Is your porch a place that you want to be? If not, maybe it’s time to do something about it. It’s not hard to make your porch a place you can’t wait to spend time on especially if you keep things simple. 4 Ways to Make Your Porch a “Place to Be” 1. Create a Sitting Area: Outdoor living areas are one of the best places to enjoy the long days and warmer nights that summer brings. The first step in making your porch a “place to be” is somewhere to sit. Create a grouping of chairs where …show more content…

Designate a Dining Area: Dining al fresco is just as fun as you imagine. Choose a spot and place a table and chairs on the porch for those nights when a couple minutes relaxing in a cozy chair on the porch isn’t enough, and you want to spend the entire evening enjoying the summer air. 3. Light it up: There’s something magical about a well-placed string of lights on the porch. It’s almost like brining a little bit of the starlit night sky right down to where you can touch it. Add a few strings of outdoor lights above your dining area. You won’t regret it. 4. Focus on Smaller Areas: Sometimes deciding we want to create a space can be overwhelming. In most cases, this happens because we’re trying to complete the entire space at once. Don’t try to figure out what you’re going to do with your porch to make it more usable and fun. Instead pinpoint what you want to DO on your porch, then choose a spot and focus on making it happen. The first project might only need one corner, but focusing on smaller areas makes it easier to tackle. Creating a porch to die for is an excellent way to spend a few hours in the months leading up to summer. It’s just one more opportunity to love your new home. Plus you’ll enjoy the added benefit of making your neighborhood feel more friendly and connected. It’s what front porches do, you

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