The Porch Company Brings Imaginative Style And Flair To This Custom Porch In 12 South Nashville
Some homes in 12 South in Nashville face limitations on their backyard porches due to long and thin lot lines, but not this exceptionally classic home with a porch many simply dream of.
Living in the 12 South area of Nashville offers residents a truly unique experience, blending the best of urban living with a deep appreciation for outdoor spaces. The community's dedication to creating inviting and communal backyards reflects not only the Southern tradition of hospitality but also a shared love for the vibrant culture that defines this dynamic neighborhood. In 12 South, the outdoors isn't just an extension of one's home; it's a canvas for creating lasting memories and fostering connections that make this neighborhood truly special.
The architectural diversity in 12 South contributes to the neighborhood's unique character. From historic homes with wrap-around porches to modern constructions with stylish multi-functional back porches, residents have embraced the opportunity to personalize their outdoor living spaces.
A Perfect Example Custom Designed And Built With Care Is This 12 South Rear Porch By The Porch Company
When our crew first arrived at this 12 South home, the rear of the house had a small, screened porch. It was very basic and just too narrow to be truly useful for this family.
Before.
So, first step, take down the existing porch. Step two, remove an existing gas fireplace inside the house which took up space in the old porch structure. In the design process, we created a new fireplace at the very back of the new porch and added a new window in place of the original fireplace.
After.
In order to maintain an uninterrupted sightline from inside the second story of the home into the backyard area, we made sure that the roofline of the new porch was low enough, so it did not block exterior views.
Other new architectural features include a vaulted, pitched roof which is noticeable once inside this new 12 South porch.
At the far left, as one exits the porch to the patio area, the landing was bumped out, to accommodate the BBQ grill. This design gives the grill room enough to open the screen door and is not visually in your face when you’re inside the porch.
Frequently, homeowners request amenities for the family pooch. Here our porch team also added a doggie door in the lower section of one of the screen doors. Very convenient.
Architectural Details Make This 12 South Porch Unique
Looking at the porch from poolside, the two different rooflines can be seen. The section that attaches the porch to the house is virtually flat while the larger portion of the porch is covered by a hip roof. The flat breezeway section gives the designer the leeway to create almost any shape for the larger section.
Once inside the porch, the upward view shows two rustic, stained beams supporting the roof, in addition to a large oscillating fan at the very roof center and heaters along the header boards.
The flat roof breezeway section now becomes the dining area. The heater situated overhead gives diners a little extra warmth on a spring or fall day.
The two different rooflines give the porch two distinct spaces. The hip roof section becomes a comfortable living room arrangement with a teak bench, and nice sized porch swing plus the two captain chairs. In the foreground, as soon as you step from the house onto the porch, is the dining table and chairs, ready for a spring brunch or summer lunch.
This porch features products that are from The Porch Store such as picket fence style railings and the screened doors. The solid paneled screen door is one of many styles offered.
Focusing on the railing inserts, we used a 30-inch height so that folks inside the porch could easily see out into the yard or into the pool area. This height is stipulated by codes if the porch is 30 inches or less to grade. The picket design also helps keep the air moving on a porch.
For the porch floor, tongue and groove pressure treated pine flooring with a light finish was installed, achieving the look the homeowner wanted. Pine flooring is one of many choices a homeowner has when planning their outdoor room.
Being sure not to be without the glow and crackle of a custom fireplace, our new installation includes one at the far end of the porch. To keep the fireplace, mantel and raised hearth within codes restrictions, a concrete mantel from MagraHearth with a wood finish was chosen.
Catering To Homes Within 12 South Neighborhood And Way Beyond
It is interesting to note that The Porch Store was a company that evolved naturally over time, under the umbrella of The Porch Company.
The Porch Company has been designing and building porches in Nashville, Tennessee, for over 30 years. The Porch Company’s experience, reputation and beautiful photos had homeowners from all over the United States calling and asking, “How can I get that railing in this photo?,” or, “Can I buy the screen door on this page of your website?” … so much so that we thought – maybe you can!
The Porch Company started producing these products and shipping them out to customers all over the country. And more than 10 years later, we created our own specialty LLC; The Porch Store.
Ever since, The Porch Store has been growing and evolving. We hope to give everyone access to quality products that enhance the look of their outdoor living space, regardless of the city or state they live in.
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