A Southern designer shares her dos and don’ts for decorating your porch.
After all,curb appealis essential.
Caron Woolseyis the founder and principal designer atCW Interiors.
Credit: Robbie Caponetto; Produced: Mark Thompson; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller
Working Against Your Home
A picturesque porch design starts with thearchitectureof your home.
These containers continue your garden landscaping and help illuminate the beautiful blooms planted in your yard.
Adding plant species that will thrive in your growing conditions is also essential.
Amy Neunsinger.
Plants that love full sunlight will not tolerate porches completely positioned in the shade.
Also, indoor pillows will not tolerate weather conditions like outdoor-specific furnishings.
This rule is the same for dining plates and glasses.
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Lizzie Cullen Cox
Simplify outdoor entertaining and patio aesthetic by leaving delicate glasses inside.
Switch the flowers to match the seasons.
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Credit:Laurey W. Glenn, Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller
Credit: PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREY W. GLENN; STYLING BY KENDRA SURFACE
Credit:ALISON GOOTEE; Styling by Dakota Willimon
