“Front porch” means a passage area, which is placed in front of a house. It can be huge or small according to the space available. We can place either some chairs or stools and tables for sitting arrangement. This is an area, where we can spend a good time with our family, relatives and friends. This is a lovely to spend a good time during a pleasant weather.
It helps to connect with neighbors. It gives a security to home from the external criminal activity. It is an area, where a security guard can sit. We can place some swing in this area. We can make some rocking sits in this area.
The front door tells about the interior of the home as well as front porch also. Visitors look first at the front porch. The front porch can be made as separately or covered with window canopy. It can be formed under a shadow.
Here we are presenting the list of some types of porches:
- Rain porch: It is a normal type of porch. It is covered by some columns or other supports. It makes it cool in summer and protect from other weathers.
- Sleeping porch: It is furnished according to the sleeping area. It can be used for sleep in warmer weather. It gives very comfort in summer night when we can sleep with cool night air.
- Veranda porch: A veranda can be used for multi-purpose. It contains a huge area with extending around both sides of the home.