It’s our favorite room in the house…without a doubt. Our family lives out here, and it’s everything I hoped it would be. Because we live in a fairly mild climate, we will likely be able to use this space 10 months out of the year. Aside from the foundation and framing, much of this room my carpenter husband and I did ourselves. I have provided links to previous posts that documented the process of this space (if by chance you would like to click back for sources or some of our inspiration pictures).
Long before the room was ready, I refinished my $25 table with a chalk paint technique. It’s a great table. And that french limestone fireplace…oh that fireplace! Love her. My husband installed it because our brick mason was less than enthusiastic about the job. It is practically assumed that if the temperature drops below 80 degrees, I will be burning a fire.
I could have done without the hideous television hanging over the fireplace; but it makes my football loving husband very happy, and so it makes me happy. He dreams at night about watching his beloved Hokies on this television in the fall. In fact, it is almost the main reason he wanted to build the porch.
The decorative finish on the walls was not easy. The technique was difficult to execute and took me weeks to finish. I only have small pockets of time here and there to work, but finally I got the product to cooperate and look the way I envisioned. And in the background is a little sneak peak of the new family room. We have not completely moved in yet, but my chandelier is up and shining brightly.
The ceiling. We did not install the reclaimed timbers ourselves, but I did seal them. Again, a lot of work, but worth it. 
Here is the path and door that leads you outside:
And one last view from the opposite side of the room. We are so glad this space is done!
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I just forwarded this to my husband at work. Oh, it’s beautiful!! We live in a cold climate up here, but if we didn’t, I’d love to do the same thing:)
It did turn out beautiful, you both just amaze me with every room you create. Great job!
Ahhhhhhhh…..it’s done and it turned out just the way you wanted!! Remember the initial mock-ups and plans? And now it’s here!! Hooray! I’m imagining snuggly throws and hot cider in the Fall….nope, too soon for Fall…..bring on the evening breezes and BBQ yummy-ness of summer!
Absolutely stunning !!!! i love all of it ~ the ceiling is GREAT !!!! the HUGE lantern or chandelier over the table is wonderful ~ Fireplace is so pretty !!! and your technique on the walls is yummy ! love the color too ~
Could you share where you got your lovely chairs ~~~ looking 4 of them ~~~
Turned out beautiful ~~
Enjoy ~ Gina Morgan
This is one of the prettiest porches I have ever seen, hands down! Magazine-worthy, and cannot even think that any professional crew would change a thing! I can see why you live out there, and kudos for all your research and sweat equity that went into creating this haven. Happy Father’s Day!
Amy ~ it’s just gorgeous!!
Amy,
Your porch is beautiful. I can see why you spend so much time out there – Congrats on a great job!!
Lynn
Is Veranda pounding down your front door yet? Have they popped a tent on your front lawn?
If they haven’t yet, they’re probably on their way over there. Haha! Girl, it looks straight out of a magazine! It’s beautiful!!! You could write a book! Seriously!
Beyond speechless! You and cute carpenter are so blessed and have such amazing talents! Enjoy your incredible space. Is HGTV knocking down your door yet?
Morgan
That is just a little bit of heaven! The ceiling and the chandelier are my favorites along with the fireplace and table. Ok… I love it all!!!
Beautiful! Every bit of it- yhou should be so proud! Thank you for sharing and inspiring!
(Would you mind sourcing your lights and chairs? Love !)
What a gorgeous screen porch. Adore the table and chairs and the lantern is fabulous, but the addition of draperies is the perfect touch!! So happy to find your blog ~
it looks beautiful, Amy!
How did I miss such beauty?!?! Oh, yeah…I was moving! But WOW, Amy! Love this porch of yours! And I’d sit by that fire with you in any weather! Now tell me about that gorgeous lantern!