Idea Houses

Our Top 9 Entertaining Porches

Come warm weather there is nowhere you (or your guests) would rather be spend time that out on the patio or porch. Get inspired to make the most of your outdoor space with our all-time favorites.

Photo: Southern Living, Jean Allsopp

Inside Out

Behind this clever pass-through lays an outdoor kitchen equipped with a sink, a grill, under counter storage, and a bar-height counter for serving. Barn doors on both sides allow the area to be closed off from inclement weather.