Porticoes

These porticoes are being thrown onto the fronts of houses all over town. Some of them are done more successfully than others. They're awfully practical in terms of lighting and protection from rain and snow when guests arrive. But they also go a long way to make the front of a house look more welcoming. I have driven by houses which are entirely transformed by these simple additions. When used in combination with an elegant door, good paint color, nice hardware, plants and plantings they spell welcome. The most important choice is the lantern - more on this later.