How to Make Your Porch House Beautiful Worthy

Written by Kelly on June 28th, 2011

decks/patios - white cane chairs outdoor dining set orange cushions white chandelier pink green tufted cushions deck patio  Suzanne Dima via

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Sometimes decorating can be so simple. The decorating principles are the same outside as they are inside the home.

decks/patios - pink gray deck sofas chairs table pink gray deck  Thanks to HB!   Another great outdoor space!  Gray and pink is so pretty! GrayHouse Beautiful

These patios above are very pretty and they all have a little something “extra” that is making them look so special. Do you know what that is?

It is the pops of color!  The bright and clean pinks, oranges, yellows, greens and blues are what makes the space come alive!

This setting below would be pretty boring without the pops of pink:

decks/patios - outdoor sectional exterior curtains  Outdoor living space  white and pink striped pillows and outdoor furniture.decorpad

Love this porch below!:

decks/patios - blue faux bamboo chair white glossy lacquer block table pillows ivory settee blue white outdoor pillows white West Elm Moroccan accent table basket lanterns deck patioHouse Beautiful

Just a couple pretty pillows and a set of old painted chairs can instantly add beauty and character.  So simple and so pretty!!

decks/patios - black wicker outdoor sofa orange cushions black wicker chair green cushion black wicker octagon table black lantern  Jean Randazzo

Sometimes you can just add bunches of flowers to make a space look ‘wow’:

decks/patios - hydrangeas outdoor furniture  Thanks to Kelly Hoppen.  Bountiful hydrangeas! Modern outdoor furniture!Kelly Hoppen

decks/patios - lounge outdoor deck  Outdoor lounge  outdoor furniture, red home exterior and trees.decorpad

Do you see the cute little dog peaking out?  In the Fall they probably switch out their pillows to more muted shades of sage greens, autumn golds and browns.

Now look how easy it would be to copy this look below:

decks/patios - deck sofa table lantern blue white  Thanks to HB!  Great outdoor Mediterranean space!  Love the pops of blue! Blue white outdoorHouse Beautiful

We can do this!  Buy a few bright, bold colored pillows and lay them out on our chairs.  Maybe hang a coordinating towel nearby on the railing.  When I have outdoor parties, I like to hang out a Mexican blanket or two for color.  Bring in a couple pretty pots of flowers and  ta-da!  You too will have a beautiful put together outdoor space! Calling House Beautiful!

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See the photo above?  Just bright pillows and plants.  Comments?  Would love you to share a picture of where you relax outdoors.

If you need help making your space fabulous, contact me today!

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4 Comments so far ↓

  1. Kelly says:

    Welcome Wendi! I hope you enjoy my posts. I am going to check yours out too!

  2. Wendi says:

    Kelly – I love the examples you’ve provided. Adding bold accent colors to an outdoor area can visually link the space to your interior decor. It’s a budget minded solution that provides huge impact.
    I’ve just discovered your blog, and am excited to explore it further!

  3. Kelly says:

    Me too! That’s why I just had to throw in that last one!

  4. linda says:

    Wish I had a beautiful outside space like this..it’s on the wish list for my next house. Absolutely love the last photo.

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