Indispensable furniture and accessories to decorate the porch

Seating is a fundamental part. But decorating the porch is more than just equipping it with pieces that guarantee comfort. Functionality and inspiration must also be taken into account.

Choosing the most appropriate elements in each case is not a mere question of space. The surface can limit the options but, undoubtedly, it will be the use you want to make of it what will decide the most appropriate alternatives. Therefore, the first step to find the right decoration is to clearly define what you expect from this space of the house.

Given that these are scenarios destined, fundamentally, to the enjoyment of leisure time and the comfort of the users, it is essential to provide them with seating. Sofas, armchairs, rocking chairs? All of them are indispensable complements to decorate the porch.

But if you are looking for an element that is not only comfortable but also particularly attractive, why not a hanging seat? Whether in the form of a rocking chair or an armchair, it will make your outdoor relaxation corner truly captivating.

Having a coffee while enjoying a good read. Have a snack with friends while watching the sunset. Leave your cell phone behind to rest for a few minutes before resuming the day... There are many scenes that you can recreate on the porch of your house but all of them will require another indispensable piece of furniture: a table.

These types of pieces are highly functional but, with the right design, can also be aesthetically appealing.

Turning your outdoor areas into an extension of the interiors is something relatively frequent during the months when the weather is good. So much so that it is not uncommon to transform the porch at home into an outdoor dining or chill out area.

If you are thinking about it, you will need furniture that can withstand the weather conditions of the place where you live - humidity, wind, sun... - as well as pieces capable of meeting your needs.

Plants are a common part of the exterior landscape of any home with outdoor spaces. Therefore, if you are thinking of decorating the exterior, their presence can be very interesting.

The choice of plants is important. But in aesthetic terms, so is the way in which you integrate them into the decoration. Some original planters or pots placed in a unique way will help you to turn your porch into a real garden full of inspiration.

The decoration of any space should pay special attention to details. It is the small nuances that make the difference and the porch is no exception. Beyond the most common elements there is a whole range of resources that you can include to give your porch a unique character.

Carpets, for example, are a decorative complement of enormous potential. Although if you do not want to detract one iota of prominence to the floors, you can always decorate the walls.

The most academic definition of this outdoor area of the house refers to it as the "covered space attached to the facade". However, the interpretation of the roof is left open and this is where we find another of the essential elements of the decoration of the porch. 

Creating shaded areas is a must have to get the most out of it. In this task, pergolas, awnings and parasols will be your best allies.

In addition to furniture and accessories, lighting is another aspect to consider when decorating the porch. The optimization of its use beyond the hours when the sun shines depends to a large extent on it. In fact, attractive lamps will help you add charm to the scene.

Whenever possible, combining various types of lights - pendant, recessed, lanterns... - will allow you to create different atmospheres. 

Which of these indispensable porch furniture and accessories will you include in your outdoor decoration?