All of these ideas for using your porch as an addition are for enclosed porches.
Closed in porch additions.
Also compared to full additions the cost is far less expensive.
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The location of the porch and how it is accessed from the house will determine how the porch can be repurposed.
The after photo reveals what an enclosed porch can add to a home s exterior beauty and function.
Choose mesh for your screened in porch according to your budget climate and functionality.
Patio enclosures can enclose just about any space with either a screen or glass system so you can still enjoy maximum views and the breeze without the bugs or exposure to the elements.
If the design fails and the addition is fairly obvious you won t be adding as much value as you could.
If you have a patio deck or porch that is rarely used due to weather or bugs consider enclosing it.
Finally compared to patio enclosures screened in porches are cheap.
The original roofline was untouched but a porch addition with broad pyramidal columns adds vintage looking support for the ceiling.
Using a porch as an addition can be an inexpensive way to add living space to your home.