Front Porch Symmetry

When trying to add curb appeal without a renovation, it’s important to add front porch symmetry. Previously, our porch did not have any symmetry to it at all!

links to items in the photos: paint colors are Sherwin Williams Intellectual Grey and Verdigreen // porch lanterns // similar planters // longer outdoor mat //

Here’s a few things you can do to add Front Porch Symmetry.

Lighting with Lanterns

Flanking the front door with beautiful lanterns is an excellent way to add symmetry to the porch. Not only does it light the way to your home, but it also lights both sides of the door which helps with coming and going at dark. I would advise in going bigger than you think. A wimpy light looks puny next to a big house.

Here’s a few of my favorite lanterns on the market:

links to items in the graphic: traditional lantern // copper pagoda flush mount lantern // zinc aged lantern // copper carriage light // seeded glass carriage light //

Grounding with Planters

Continue the symmetry on the floor level with planters and live plants. And just like with lights, go big. A planter that is too small will get lost. When both lights and planters are large, it creates a one large focal point for the home and front door, thus creating a welcoming entrance from the curb.

Here are a few of my favorite traditional planters:

links to items in the graphic: square trellis planter // traditional tall urn in white wash (other colors available) // black chippendale planters // white chippendale planters // shorter traditional urn in black

Here’s a few more that I like. You can click these photos below to take you directly to the source. If you’re reading this post in email, click over to my website to see full images.

You can read an additional blog post on our front porch from three years ago right after we updated it with these lanterns and planters.