Outdoor Livability
on Sep 11, 2015In the digital age of iPads, xBox Ones, and Mac Books, it can at times be difficult
to feel connected with the people you share your home with. Today we begin to
crave more simple times, when a family may have spent their evenings fighting
the heat within a home by sitting on their breezy porch, telling stories and
sharing in conversations. This simple idea of enjoying the company of your
family and friends outdoors is still pertinent, as we believe at Live Well Custom
Homes that adding functional and beautiful outdoor spaces to a home can
increase the livability and enjoyment of your home.
One of the age-old aspects of outdoor living is the porch. The porch is the
welcoming center of the home that greets visitors and connects your home to
your neighborhood. A porch should ease you into the home, with comfortable and
functional designs that complement the home’s interior and exterior. A recent
trend we have found is that clients want wider porches that can fit elaborate
furniture sets. We are no longer building porches designed to fit two rocking
chairs, but outdoor sectional couches large enough to entertain the whole family
and a few guests. Another aspect of porch design to consider is whether you
would like a covered or uncovered porch.
