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Our House… Screened Porch

May 25, 2012

We have numerous porch or porch type things at ‘Our House’, and the screened porch is one of them. It is the exact footprint of the sunroom because the screened porch sits directly below it. But unlike the sunroom which we made totally protected from the weather and livable all 4 seasons, the screened porch is only protected from bugs… for the most part… a few always seem to find a way in.

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The screened porch is accessible from the lower level family room, it has a big sliding patio door that opens into the porch. It’s also accessible from the outside patio beyond the screened room.

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Currently, the house is painted light green, but I’m in the process of changing that. However the color scheme will remain blues and greens with gray/brown accents, and a tiny bit of copper thrown in here and there… The whole outside is filled with blue sky and green plants, so how can you go wrong… it’s just such a soothing color combination. Anyway, point is that this rug will continue to work well in the space even with the new colors on the siding.

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The antique bench my mother-in-law gave to me a long time ago… it was from her family. It’s actually in pretty tough condition, but with all this stuff on and around it, it looks great.

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Yep! I’ve re-purposed another ‘interior window’. This antique one I spray painted the back glass silver and aqua so when the sun shines through, it has a subtle hint of color.

When I saw this enameled metal art from Home Goods last year, I knew it would be just right for this spot, it pulls together the colors and accents of copper to coordinate with the pair of sconces that flank each side of the sliding patio door.

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This antique porch swing is on the other side of the screened porch and it too, came from my mother-in-law, I think she said it was just sitting in an outbuilding on the farm when they moved there back in the late 60’s… I don’t think they ever used it after they moved there, and I was glad to receive it from her. It is still very sturdy and surprisingly very comfortable.

porch window SimpleDecoratingTips.comI don’t think I’ll ever get tired of this serene color scheme…

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  1. Misti @ Living on Cypress Hill says

    June 5, 2012 at 10:59 pm

    I love those colors! I had recently been thinking about working them into my basement and now I think that’s a definite!

    Reply
  2. Judy says

    June 5, 2012 at 4:44 pm

    Such a gorgeous room. I will be featuring it tonight at my Swing into Spring party that starts at 8pm EST. Please stop by and pick up an I’ve Been Featured button. Thanks.

    Reply
  3. carolyn {m simple messterpiece} says

    June 5, 2012 at 3:29 pm

    Ohhhhh so pretty and inviting – I love it! Thanks for sharing your beautiful screened porch.

    Reply
  4. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says

    June 5, 2012 at 10:13 am

    Your porch is wonderful and I love the aqua colors and how well you have dressed it. So inviting. I think I would be there all the time. Thanks for linking to TTT. Hugs, Marty

    Reply
  5. jenny says

    June 5, 2012 at 8:58 am

    You’re a feature today!

    http://daysofchalkandchocolate.blogspot.com/2012/06/im-at-fireflies-and-jellybeans-today.html

    So happy to share your pretty porch!

    Reply
  6. jenny says

    June 5, 2012 at 8:45 am

    It’s gorgeous! It looks like something out of Better Homes and Gardens. I love it! Can I come and drink my coffee and read my magazine on it? LOL!

    Reply
  7. Lorrie says

    June 4, 2012 at 8:25 pm

    What a beautiful room, love it!

    Reply
  8. gail says

    June 4, 2012 at 2:23 pm

    you are right, that color scheme is yummy! so relaxing… looks soooo cozy!

    gail

    Reply
  9. Stacey says

    June 4, 2012 at 11:46 am

    I want your porch. It is amazing!!!
    Thanks for linking up this week – so happy you did!
    Stacey of Embracing Change

    Reply
  10. Dee says

    June 4, 2012 at 9:28 am

    Your porch is gorgeous! I love the color combo and your beautiful rug,

    Dee

    Reply
  11. Jeanine Okio B Designs says

    June 4, 2012 at 9:18 am

    LOVE! Your porch spring is gorgeous. Ours is white but now I want to paint it the same color as yours! Coming over from Between Naps on the Porch and a happy new follower.

    Jeanine

    Reply
  12. Martina says

    June 4, 2012 at 9:16 am

    Love your porch and all your beautiful displays!!

    Reply
  13. Judy says

    June 2, 2012 at 11:45 am

    Great porch, I, too, really like the color scheme and the hanging glass is just perfect.

    Reply
  14. Sonya says

    June 2, 2012 at 9:59 am

    What a beautiful space and the color scheme is too die for! I love it! Visiting from Classy Clutter link party. Hope you’ll stop by and visit as well.

    Reply
  15. Ellie says

    June 1, 2012 at 9:12 pm

    Beautiful, relaxing! It looks like a sweet little oasis. Thanks for sharing! Visiting from Serenity Now!

    Reply
  16. Pamela says

    May 31, 2012 at 11:32 pm

    What a lovely spot to sit and relax! My mama has a closed in porch. She had it built to where she can take the windows out and have it just screened in. It is one of our favorite places to spend time when we vibist her. Thanx for partying !!

    Reply
  17. laurie says

    May 31, 2012 at 9:19 pm

    Very fresh and chic and oh so welcoming! I’m having screened porch envy over here!!! 🙂 Love your color combination, too!

    xoxo laurie

    Reply
  18. Sharon Hines says

    May 31, 2012 at 12:12 am

    I’m working on turning my patio into an outdoor retreat. I love your color palette…you can’t go wrong with blue and green and the copper accents are a really nice touch for warmth. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Sharon @ mrs. hines class

    Reply
  19. Savannah Granny says

    May 30, 2012 at 6:56 pm

    You are so right. That is a yummy color scheme. Love the swing and the window. xo Ginger

    Reply
  20. May says

    May 29, 2012 at 11:00 pm

    If ever I should get to come visit, you can find me right there on your porch! Love it!

    Reply
  21. Pam says

    May 29, 2012 at 8:55 pm

    Great color scheme for the porch. I’ll have to check out some more of your posts on your house. At first I was thinking it was more like 100 years old, but I see that it is much newer!

    Reply
  22. Liz says

    May 29, 2012 at 7:48 pm

    I don’t think I’d get tired of it either. So pretty. You have a great design sense. This seems so entirely comfy, eye-pleasing and inviting.
    Liz

    Reply
  23. brandy says

    May 29, 2012 at 3:40 pm

    Great Porch. Love the rug and the swing. New follower from mission possible.

    Reply
  24. thistle says

    May 26, 2012 at 5:26 pm

    I love the color scheme of the porch. All it needs is a glass of sweet tea.

    Tell your porch Memorial Day!

    blessings,
    karianne

    Reply
  25. P says

    May 25, 2012 at 4:10 pm

    That color scheme is beautiful. I love all your accents. XO, Pinky

    Reply
  26. Shannon Fox says

    May 25, 2012 at 11:28 am

    So cute! All fresh and inviting =)
    And I have the same teal pots. I love mine.

    Reply
  27. Terry Moore says

    May 25, 2012 at 8:50 am

    This color scheme is so soothing yet cool on a hot day. Thanks for the tour.

    Reply
  28. Cynthia says

    May 25, 2012 at 7:20 am

    Love the porch and all the detail. I love that window hanging up. Beautiful.

    Cynthia

    Reply
  29. Anne says

    May 25, 2012 at 6:47 am

    Oh how beautiful! I love everything about this!! Where did you find that rug – the colours are perfect! Pls let me know, I’ve been looking for something just like it.

    Enjoy your lovely space 🙂

    Reply
  30. Melinda says

    May 25, 2012 at 6:30 am

    Fun and functional outside room! Love the color scheme and the overall feel of the space. I’d be out there everyday! 🙂

    Reply

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