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March 8, 2018

Modern Spring Porch Decor

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Decorating our porch for every season is at the top of my list! I’ve said it a million times by now but I truly believe first impressions matter, so get those porches decorated! Ok but for real, it is the first place that your guests see when they arrive and it really sets the whole tone for your home. This past weekend I spruced up our sad post winter porch with new modern spring porch decor. Over the years I’ve decorated quite a few porches and I thought I’d share some of my porch decorating tips with you today.

I’m also joining several other bloggers who are sharing their own tips for decorating their homes for spring, so keep scrolling to the bottom to see everything!

MODERN SPRING PORCH DECORGet your porch ready for spring! Taryn shares her tips for decorating a front porch and reveals her modern spring porch decor! The black and white outdoor rug makes such a statement!

I had a few key items on my list for our porch this year, I wanted it to have a “less is more” look with just a few simple shrubs. I also wanted to mix different patterns and textures by layering rugs. I set out on an adventure to find exactly what I was looking for, it took FOUR stores but I finally found what I wanted. 
Click to get this Modern Spring Porch Decor look in your own home! The large white planters and layered rugs are simple yet impactful. One might think this post is an ad for Target, but nope I just coincidentally found everything I was looking for there! Gosh, Target always has the best stuff!

Links to everything here:

Such a unique spring wreath idea! This modern wreath is made with MDF floral wreaths with boxwood accents.

This wreath though was a DIY project! I’ll be sharing the tutorial for that on the blog soon.

Get your porch ready for spring! Taryn shares her tips for decorating a front porch and reveals her modern spring porch decor! The black and white outdoor rug makes such a statement!

Now, I want to share some of the ‘rules’ I follow when I decorate my porch for various seasons. These are just a few of the things I keep in mind when pulling my decor together.

TIPS FOR DECORATING YOUR FRONT PORCH FOR SPRING

TIPS FOR DECORATING YOUR FRONT PORCH FOR SPRING

Pick an item to ‘weight’ your look down. For me, it was this black and white outdoor rug that fit my space perfectly. The pattern draws your eye down and gives the entire look some character but it can be too much if left by itself. I’m a huge fan of layering rugs and that includes the porch. The black and white is the base layer and then the welcome mat gives it a little classic touch and brings texture to the space. This is where you want to add some heigh to your design and plants are the best/most obvious way to do this! When picking out your plants you need to keep your portions in mind. Since I have tall skinny windows and a taller front door, I need more height on each side of my door. Where some of you might be able to get away with two medium size planters with cascading flowers.

TIPS FOR DECORATING YOUR FRONT PORCH FOR SPRING

I am a huge fan of symmetry. I don’t always think things need to be ‘matchy matchy’ but I need balance in all my designs. I do typically like symmetry on my porch, what I do on the left I want to mimic on the right. In this case I chose two of the same trees, but last year I did the same clump of three planters. 
TIPS FOR DECORATING YOUR FRONT PORCH FOR SPRING

 

Last, add the details! I added a little wreath on our front door, but you might add a few lanterns if appropriate or maybe a cute shoe tray.

Now excuse me while I sit on my front porch and enjoy this beautiful spring weather we’ve been having because you never know how long it will last!

A classic yet modern take on a spring porch! The black and white rug with the modern planters  is simple yet so pretty.

TIPS FOR DECORATING YOUR HOME FOR SPRING

Monday – Living Rooms

Spring Styling Tour - Living Room

Town and Country Living / Maison de Pax / Duke Manor Farm / Decor Gold

 

Spring Styling Tour - Living Room

Tammy Damore / Kelly Elko / Shabbyfufu

 

Coming Tuesday – Dining Room

Spring Styling - Dining Room

House by Hoff / Happy Happy Nester / Paint Me Pink / Craftberry Bush / Designthusiasm

 

Coming Wednesday – Kitchen

Spring Styling Tour - Kitchens

Sincerely, Marie Designs / The Happy Housie / Zevy Joy / A Burst of Beautiful

 

Tidbits / In My Own Style / Sand and Sisal / Thistlewood Farms 

 

Coming Thursday – Porch/Entryway

Spring Styling Tour - Porch and Entryway

Vinyet Etc. / Shades of Blue Interiors / Taryn Whiteaker / Unskinny Boppy

 

Spring Styling Tour - Porch and Entryway

The Happy Housie / Bless’er House / Seeking Lavender Lane / Rooms for Rent

About Taryn Whiteaker

Taryn Whiteaker is the voice of style behind TarynWhiteaker.com (formerly Design, Dining and Diapers) ! Taryn is a previous PR/Marketing professional who got back to her creative roots after becoming a mom and now shares her passion for home decor and design for the world to see. Taryn lives in the greater Seattle area with her husband and three kids and loves coffee, the outdoors, and exploring with her family.

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Comments

  1. Krista says

    March 8, 2018 at 9:46 am

    LOVE the layered rugs, Taryn! So crisp and fresh and welcoming!!

    Reply
  2. Laurie at Vinyet Etc. says

    March 13, 2018 at 7:54 am

    Oh I love that you layered your rugs, how cool! Loving the classic black and white too, modern and welcoming!

    Reply
  3. the cape on the corner says

    March 13, 2018 at 8:57 am

    this is a great look. what are those tall plants, then, and did you fill the whole pot with soil or half soil, half something else to make it lighter?
    b

    Reply
  4. Danijela says

    March 16, 2018 at 12:28 am

    I love what you did here! Looks perfect!

    Reply
  5. Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says

    March 19, 2018 at 11:08 am

    What a unique and pretty wreath on your door! Love the look, Taryn. Thanks so much for being on the tour!

    Reply
  6. Ivory says

    March 23, 2018 at 9:28 pm

    I love your front porch. The layered rug/door mat, brilliant. The tall pots with trees, you nailed it. Simple and fabulous.

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      March 24, 2018 at 7:23 am

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  7. Connie says

    February 14, 2019 at 12:15 pm

    Love it! The planters are not in stock at Target anymore. Where would I be able to find some similar ones? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      February 16, 2019 at 12:09 pm

      Hi! It looks like they are back in stock: http://bit.ly/2DJkW8l

      Reply
  8. Connie Brooks says

    March 14, 2019 at 12:32 pm

    Hi there! Love what you did with the front porch! Can you please tell me what time of plants you have in your planters. Thank You

    Connie

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    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      March 17, 2019 at 9:51 pm

      Hi! They are Japanese Boxwood Plants :)

      Reply
  9. Melissa says

    March 14, 2019 at 1:38 pm

    Lovely!! What kind of plants are those?

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      March 17, 2019 at 9:51 pm

      Hi! They are Japanese Boxwood Plants :)

      Reply
  10. Chelsea says

    April 6, 2019 at 11:53 am

    Where did you get the wreath!??

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      April 8, 2019 at 5:30 pm

      Hi! It was a DIY wreath, you can view the tutorial here: https://tarynwhiteaker.com/diy-modern-spring-wreath/

      Reply
  11. Gen says

    June 26, 2019 at 1:32 pm

    There tutorial on wreath

    Reply
  12. Angela M. Cook says

    September 18, 2019 at 7:17 am

    This is absolutely beautiful! Do you know what color you used on your doors? We are in the middle of replacing our front porch door as well as some others on the house. I love this color !!

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      September 18, 2019 at 9:24 am

      Hi! Thank you! The house was already painted this color when we moved in, so I don’t know the color. I’m so sorry!

      Reply
  13. Cris Vanderploeg says

    April 3, 2020 at 12:36 pm

    I love your front door. Could tell where you got it? You do amazing work.

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      April 3, 2020 at 1:04 pm

      Hi! It came with our home so I don’t have a source for you, sorry! And thank you very much :)

      Reply
  14. Darlene Sipe says

    April 22, 2020 at 5:54 am

    What size is are the rugs?

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      April 22, 2020 at 8:55 am

      Hi! A 5X7 fits our porch perfectly!

      Reply
  15. Maritza says

    June 8, 2021 at 5:42 am

    Love the wreath on the front door. Please post the FYI for the wreath.

    Reply
  16. Kandra says

    August 26, 2022 at 11:50 am

    What size planters are these

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      August 29, 2022 at 12:36 pm

      These are 18″

      Reply

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