The front entry is the first part of your home that people see when they visit. It sets the mood for when you or another person enters the house. If you have an idea for your dream front patio, hire a patio contractor to help bring your vision to life. Below, find a few ideas to create an eye-catching front entry for your home. 

6 Ideas to Create an Impressive Front Entry

1. Pick a Theme

Paint your front entry with a color scheme and incorporate your favorite designs and themes like astronomy or florals. Use repeating symmetrical shapes, such as arches, in the awning and windows. Your patio contractor can help you decide the prime placement for these structures. 

2. Include Decorations

Include plants for a colorful, lively flare, and wind chimes to beautify the roof. Make use of decorative stickers, garlands, wreaths, or statues. You can be as creative as you’d like, using discarded wallpaper or wood planks to accent the door. Add similarly patterned outdoor sofas and chairs to enhance your chosen scheme. 

3. Greet Your Guests

Welcome mats or signs can let your guests know that you’re happy to have them there. They could also feature jokes so that visitors can gage your sense of humor upon arrival. You might also want to display your house number in large numbers to ensure that visitors can find you easily.

4. Make More Space 

Have a patio contractor widen your front entry to allow more people to stand, or to convey a sense of openness. You could also add furniture, like a bench swing or a set of table and chairs. This can make your patio an inviting place to view the sunrise or watch your children or pets play in the front yard. You could also consider a screen room on your front porch. This will protect guests from the elements and can mimic the feel of an outdoor living room. 

5. Change Your Door

Your front door doesn’t have to be a standard, solid wood. You can add decorative glass panels or windows, or consider switching out the single door altogether for two French doors. A patio contractor can help you choose and install whatever unique door fits your style. 

6. Add Lighting

Dangling lights can be hung from the awning to create a warm entryway. You can also install small bulbs on the ceiling near the door or include a lamppost on the edge of your patio for a vintage and elegant detail.

For over 50 years, C & D Screen & Glass, Inc. has helped the people of Cincinnati, OH revamp their homes. They understand the importance and personal nature of their customers’ homes, so whether you need a patio contractor, new awnings, or vinyl siding, they’ll be committed to turning your vision into reality. Consult with them today by calling (513) 851-8300 or messaging them online.