A Way of Living
Being from the south, we understand how important it is to residents to be able to take advantage of the warm weather. It's the good old days when people sat on their front porch and conversed with neighbors. If we know one thing, it's how important it is to stay connected with people even at home. The front porch is inviting and the first place someone goes before entering a home. Down here, everyone tends to know everyone, and front porch living is a factor in this. Sitting on your front porch is a way of life and one of the best ways to meet new people. To many, the front porch is an extension of the home that extends to the outside world. It is also a place of relaxation after a long day of work. We strive to create homes for people who want to enjoy leisure time on their porch while watching the sunset.
As home builders, there's nothing we appreciate more than the aesthetic charm homes can bring. Front porches are a great way to add charm to any home through decorations and architectural design. In many cases, our homes are built with large front porches. They are large enough for furniture and plenty of decorations. Many residents tend to add chairs with cushions for themselves and guests. Rugs will indicate to guests that they can kick back and lay their shoes down. Accent tables are great for serving drinks and food, while lighting will bring a warm ambiance when the sun starts to go down. For all you plant lovers, adding pots with flowers can bring a feeling of comfort and style. Every person has a different view and style of porch living, but the one thing they all have in common is that porch living is a way of staying connected.
Porch sitting may not have been invented in the South, but many people claim that it was perfected by Southerners. From them, the porch was transformed into a welcoming place where neighbors visited and owners enjoyed a cup of coffee in the morning. In the early 1880s, the front porch was introduced in America. In many cases, backyards were used to grow vegetables and relax, but porches were not. However, the front porch offered people a new place to relax and greet friends. Once cars and new technology arrived in the 1940s and 50s, people strayed away from the porch and inside where it was cool. Due to the noise of cars, people built back patios for more privacy and quiet. Today, people still desire their privacy, but front porches are making a comeback. Especially in today's day and with the recent COVID-19 pandemic, people are eager, more than ever, to get back out into the world. The front porch is a great next step to introducing yourself to the outside world.
No matter the type or size of your house, front porches can bring great style and comfort to any home. The memories made on porches, from watching thunderstorms roll in to late-night talks under the stars, can last a lifetime. At Sullivan Brothers, we believe and pride ourselves on creating homes and lifestyles. We would not have built as many porches as we have if we did not think that porch living was important. It is our wish that people start using their porches more, as they truly are one of the best ways to connect yourself to others in your neighborhood. While it may be cooler inside with the air conditioning, there is nothing better than sitting on your porch and greeting neighbors.
