Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Picture Perfect Porches: Back Porches

Well, I neglected my poor little throwback blog AGAIN. I'm sure I'm the only one feeling any sadness about the matter, but I had to get back to it because it is something I care about. I decided I'd just start where I left of- the porch series. However, I did decide that I'm not going to do the post about the history of porches that I initially planned to do. I started looking into it and there is SO much information. It's fascinating and it's something I really want to "study", but I just don't have time for it right now. Instead, I'm going to share more images of my favorite types of porches.

Here are some back porches that I love:

I really like the white furniture, especially the wicker!
http://www.porchesofpendleton.com/photos/BackPorchSeating.gif


This isn't typically my style, but I thought it was unique and I particularly love the hammock.
http://www.santamariahotel.org/images/back%20porch.jpg


The swing is a little more traditional and I really like how soothing it is! The description on the website called this look "nautical/coastal" and declared "Turn your home into a sea side retreat no matter your locations..."
http://img4.southernliving.com/i/2010/04/coastal-charm/swing-back-porch-l.jpg?400:400


Another light and airy porch! The pillows aren't my favorite, but I love the Adirondack chairs and idea behind the curtains
http://img4.southernliving.com/i/2009/06/habersham-overview/side-porch-l.jpg?400:400


This circular porch is so neat and different!
http://img4.southernliving.com/i/2008/08/davidson-gap-images/porch-l.jpg?400:400


This is one of my favorites!
http://img4.southernliving.com/i/2011/04/outdoor-rooms/red-porch-swing-l.jpg?400:400


This one is PERFECT for the beach!
http://img4.southernliving.com/i/2008/05/bright-beachhouse/green-beach-patio-l.jpg?400:400


I think this is my ABSOLUTE favorite.
http://img4.southernliving.com/i/2010/04/style-guide/porch-type-l.jpg?400:400


I love what they did with these shutters!
http://img4.southernliving.com/i/2005/08/shutters-add-style/solid-panel-shutters-l.jpg?400:400


Aren't these reclaimed doors gorgeous?
http://img4.southernliving.com/i/2009/09/salvage-yard-ideas/sliding-porch-doors-l.jpg?400:400


The lattice really draws me to this one.
http://images.chron.com/blogs/leonhale/back%20porch%20500.JPG


I love the chaise lounges and again, the curtains. This porch looks perfect for a party!
http://www.front-porch-ideas-and-more.com/images/barbaras-painted-concrete-floor-screened-in-back-porch-21279275.jpg


This one is neat because it's like a real room that just flows from the rest of the house.
http://blog.gogated.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/back-porch-edited.jpg


Okay, so those are my favorite back porch pictures. I'll be continuing the series with more types of porches, but I may do a few other posts in between!

Images: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13
[Note: About half of these images were taken from a Southern Living post- I encourage you to check it out. There are so many great ideas!]