All that’s missing is a pair of rocking chairs!

If you’re daydreaming about building a new home, we expect your visions include a wrap-around porch.

Still not convinced your next home needs its a wrap-around porch?

Farmhouse Revival, Plan #1821

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Lakeside Farmhouse was designed for main-level living as the household downsizes, making this the idealhouse for empty nesters.

Kinsley Place, Plan #1131

A modernfarmhousewith gothic revival details?

We’re here for it.

Lakeside Farmhouse SL-2007

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This plan puts a modern twist on the traditional wood-framed homes of rural Florida.

The thoughtfully designed outdoor space stretches 65 feet across the front of the house continues around the side.

This colonial-style home incorporates a raised, wrap-around porch to catch a breeze and escape the southern heat.

Kinsley Place

Vaulted ceilings also help the one-story home feel larger and brighter with additional light flow.

With two variations to choose from, this plan is perfect for any family.

The expansive porchesincluding a cozy screened-in spot around the sidedouble the living space making it a perfect family retreat.

Hansell Park Lancaster

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At the back of the house, the great room opens directly to the back deck as well.

The stacked wrap around and separate back porcheswhich can be screened-in or notdouble the living space.

In contrast, porches can extend a living area beyond the main house without a covering.

Carolina Island House | Plan #481

A wrap-around porch is considered a pop in of veranda.

Broad Street House SL-1480

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Banning Court House Plan

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Lafayette Parish House SL-1482

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New Tideland Have House Plan

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Southern Gothic Biringer Builders

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Bluffton house plan SL-594

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House with wrap-around front porch

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Soper SL-2002

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Pine View Retreat SL-1972

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Tideland Haven

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Sugarberry Cottage

Whisper Creek Plan #1653

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Captain’s Watch house plan

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Tucker Bayou

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New Orleans Cottage Revival

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Celebration Cottage, Plan #1891

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Seaside Escape

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