In rainy Seattle, a covered outdoor space is a must. The punchy pink front door was this porch's design jumping off point. Hanging planters pick up the bold color. Armchairs, a coffee table and a porch swing make a comfortable sitting area. Paint colors: Shake siding: Behr Poppy Seed; Front door: Sherwin Williams Amaryllis; Stairs and porch base: Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black

This Craftsman home had plenty of charm, but its front porch delivered a dated first impression. It needed new, updated finishes (that protected the original brick) and accessories that would let it be a hangout spot.

The owners of this 1918 Craftsman home wanted a front yard and porch that would be instantly welcoming. The original exterior's green stucco was switched out to navy blue siding that paired handsomely with the home's cream-colored trim. For a cohesive look from yard to porch, designers used planters painted the same pale gray as the chairs and porch floor. Chairs, faux tile floor and flower pot paint color: Sherwin Williams Silver Plate

A front door in a unique or bold color (or both!) instantly wakes up the front porch. For this 1918 Craftsman home, pink is the star. Front door paint color: Sherwin Williams Amaryllis; Small rug: Target