Porch sittin is always in style.

Heres how to see to it your outdoor space feels equally up-to-date.

A goodporchfor rocking, talking, and watching the world go by is an essential part of theSouthern home.

Concrete Dining Patio

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Here are the porchtrendsour experts are anticipating for 2024.

There isnt a more welcoming look than a glowing lamp on a porch in the early evening.

The duo also recommends thinking beyond these predictable front-porch displays.

Julia Engel of Ga Meets Glam Charleston, SC Home Front Porch with Blue Seating

Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Lizzie Cullen Cox

Using pottedorchidsand other tabletop-sized plants on your porch suggests a living space outdoors.

The porches of the presentand futureare full-blown destinations for entertaining.

There are a lot of great outdoor bar cart options out now, say Revels and Brock.

Layered potted plants on front porch

Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Design: Julia Berolzheimer

Kentucky Derby Party Bar Cart at Zero George in Charleston, SC

Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Rachael Burrow