Screen enclosures for rooms are a common feature of houses in Ottawa and have been for many years. Although they’re a classic, our design experts from Ottawa Home Pros have noticed some exciting trends in design. If you’re thinking of putting your screened-in porch with a fresh look to your home, here are some of the latest design trends:
Rustic, Earth-Themed Accents
Imagine rattan furniture and brick walls, as well as stone flooring. These designs often use unfinished natural materials to contrast the modern, clean walls and tables on your patio. Plants and greenery are another excellent addition that can help to enhance the natural feel of your patio’s rustic design.
Smart Lighting
Although rustic accents can create a modern look, candles and other older lighting options will have a different result. Updating with modern, sophisticated technology is always a great option if you’re looking for lighting for your porch.
Talk to a professional about touch lighting, intelligent switches, remote-controlled lighting, and lights connected to your home’s wi-fi network. If you own an Alexa or like device, you could make your lighting work by voice commands.
Screened Porches and Potted Plants
As mentioned before, plants can be an ideal alternative to an earth-inspired rustic outdoor setting. Beyond that, plants can complement almost every style you can think of for your screened porch, from modern to traditional.
To keep the outdoor theme running, a simple little tree or plant could enhance the look of your enclosure for your room. Plants are available in a wide range of varieties, and putting them in specific spaces of your home can bring in the outdoorsy look and color. Mixing and matching the hanging plants is recommended to transform your patio into a lush, garden-style haven for relaxation.
Discard Cheap Fans
Installing a fan in your screen space is essential to remain calm during the summer heat. Although cheap fans can be handy, investing in a sturdy model will give more class and style than you imagine. Choose a ceiling fan or wall-mounted one to make room and maintain your porch looking up-to-date, modern, and well-put-together.
Al Fresco Dining Behind a Screen
Outdoor dining is a common practice. Utilizing your customized screen room to serve outdoor dining can keep mosquitoes and other bugs out of your equation.
A dining room screen table adds a practical design to your outdoor space. If you’re a fan of entertaining or have a large family, screen enclosures are the ideal place to set up a table in the farmhouse style. It is an excellent opportunity to gather the entire family to enjoy a meal together.
Create a Space for Meditation, Yoga, and Relaxation
Nowadays, finding mindfulness is fast becoming a primary goal in many people’s lives. Your porch could be an ideal spot to create the perfect space for relaxing, practicing yoga, or simply taking a relaxing and quiet time throughout the day. Consider clearing some area on your porch to accommodate yoga mats to exercise or meditate.
Call Ottawa Home Pros at (613) 288-9145 and mail us at info@ottawahomepros.com if you’re interested in building the ideal screen room or looking for more screen room designs.
