Exterior / Backyard
Do not keep any standing water on your property. Even a single forgotten flowerpot full of rainwater can become a mosquito breeding ground. Make water features running rather than standing, or treat them with mosquito “dunks.”. Install ceiling fans on porches — flies and mosquitoes do not like moving air.
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Very English and cozy; busy with flowers restrained by low boxwood hedging.
1. Design a comprehensive plan. Work from a thoughtful design that accommodates the realities of your site as well as your lifestyle. Soil type, sun and shade exposures, terrain (including drainage), views and existing plants should all be acknowledged and addressed. Equally important is understanding your needs and preferences in how the site will be used. Dining and entertaining, playspaces, food production, privacy etc. should all be considered in the design phase.
The porch is designed to take advantage of the views of the fields, gardens and orchards, with the mullions placed low enough to not obstruct the view of someone seated at the table or lounging on the daybed.
9. Provide cover over entrances. A sheltered entrance makes is safer and more comfortable for you — and for visitors waiting for you to answer your door. Think about adding a portico, covered porch or covered breezeway to your home.
6. Install a snow-melting system beneath frequently used paths. This technology can greatly reduce the time and money you spend shoveling and plowing your paths and driveway, and make them safer to boot. It’s not cheap, but it may be worth it if you spend a great deal of money and effort on snow removal each winter.
I wish that we all have fun making our houses into homes. All too often we get bogged down with worrying about whether or not we’re making the right decision, if we’re spending too much money, if we’ll like the end result etc. All I can say is, stop! Make sure to hire a good team, communicate your needs and limits, trust in their judgments and enjoy the ride. You’ll find that you can really have a good time and create a memorable home without all the angst.
13. When I think of a farmhouse, an exterior usually comes to my mind. But surprisingly, this is the only exterior photo that made our list. No doubt the serene setting and warm, rich colors set this one apart.
6. In the same house, a side porch epitomizes the look and feel of a casual, comfortable modern farmhouse.
1. If first impressions are everything, then the entryway is one of the most important elements of a home. We all want to feel uplifted when we get home after a long day, and we want guests to feel welcome when they come over. Here oversize planters, antique-style light fixtures and a crisp white exterior paint made this the most saved farmhouse photo uploaded in 2013.
Beautiful guest house!
This is my dream Porch!
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