The American front porch had its heyday in the late 19th century, when boxy houses gave way to free-form masterpieces. Check out these colorful, highly decorated examples of rocking-chair heaven.
In newly developed suburbs and seaside towns where street trees had yet to reach maturity, canvas awnings were installed on porches for an extra measure of protection from the sun. Typically, they would be hung in summer and removed in fall, a seasonal ritual that not only extended the life of the awnings but allowed more light to enter the house in winter.
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