Few things make a space look tacky faster than bad lighting. “Bright lighting, outdated brass fixtures, and fluorescent bulbs give the space an unwelcoming and outdated touch," says Aguirre. Layout is ...

We so love modern farmhouse design that we've outfitted all of our interiors in the charming style. And now we're ready to move on to the outside of our homes, specifically to our front porches where ...

From cozy seating and layered lighting to greenery and color, interior designers share how to create a front porch — or any outdoor area — that’s welcoming, functional and stylish in every season. No ...

Mansion Global tackles an interior design topic with an elite group of designers from around the world who work on luxury properties. This week we look at how to design a chic and warm front porch. A ...

Whether draped along gates, walls, or framing a doorway, a festive garland adds instant elegance and transforms any home for ...

Haley Mast is a freelance writer, fact-checker, and small organic farmer in the Columbia River Gorge. She enjoys gardening, reporting on environmental topics, and spending her time outside ...

Whether you're sprucing up your front porch or finally getting around to that long-planned makeover, you’ve probably realized that there’s more to exterior design than just picking out a few sun ...

Avoid cluttering your porch with too many novelty items or oversized decorations. Don't use tacky signage and phrase mats; opt for simple, classic designs. Skip fake florals, door bows, and chimes, ...

Front porches used to be a way of life. Parents would sit on the front porch watching their children play in the yard. They would sip coffee or wine and greet their neighbors as people walked by. It ...