What if you could elevate any porch with just a few small tweaks? No matter the size of your front patio, Reese Witherspoon‘s Nashville home shows how to do exactly that.
The actress’s front porch is simple, extending from a traditional red-brick facade with white pillars. As spotted in the background of a recent Instagram photo, Reese then imposes a simple formula on top of this pretty start: black lantern sconces plus mini topiaries in black square planters. Her calculation is simple, but it instantly elevates this outdoor space.
Recreate Reese’s Look
Soren Indoor/outdoor Wall Sconce
Shea McGee designs the prettiest lighting, and this classic lantern sconce is the perfect example. It comes in a textured black finish that can be used both in and out of doors.
This striking square plant pot is perfect for flanking your doorway with small trees or showcasing climbing ivy, ideal for tapping into Reese’s traditional style. The wooden construction is perfect for complementing red brick walls.
A great candidate for creating mini topiaries, this holly bush, also known as Ilex Crenata or Japanese holly, is an easy-care evergreen that can be grown just about anywhere. It’s a hardy evergreen that can tolerate low temperatures. It is popular with birds in the winter due to berry production.
Breakwater Bay Outdoor Wall Lantern Sconce
Lighting is the most powerful way to upgrade your porch, and this 2-pack of wall lanterns makes it effortless. With a matte black finish and distinctive seeded glass panels, these lamps work with both LED and Edison bulbs for beautiful illumination.
These Felco pruning shears have hardened blades for effortless trimming in your yard, making light work of tough topiary pruning jobs. Our Garden Content Editor swears by them for even the toughest shearing jobs calling them the ‘best pruners you can buy.’
Kviter American Arborvitae Tree Seeds
The classic American Arborvitae is a perfect starting point for recreating the look on Reese’s porch. Its rich green foliage and upright growth make it ideal for adding height and structure to any outdoor space, or it can be pruned into spheres, as Reese demonstrates.
As Reese demonstrates by setting an elegant tone with just the space in front of her home, you don’t need a massive yard to create an impact. Matthew Lock, garden furniture specialist at Luxus Home and Garden states: ‘Gardens and outdoors areas play an important role in everyday life for many of us, but not everyone is blessed with large amounts of space. Whether you have a small balcony or piece of land beside your house, a little creativity can make a big difference.’
To achieve this luxe look on a small front porch, it’s important to carefully plan. A formula like Reese’s three-part idea will ensure you don’t get lost in overadding. Matthew states: ‘When space is at a premium, it is about working smarter to turn even the tiniest plot into your own outdoor haven. It’s important to make sure everything deserves its place in your garden and ensure no wasted space can be used in a better way.’
He advises: ‘The look and feel of your garden is also important, and clever lighting tricks and items such as aromatic plants or a small water feature can make a big difference.’
Joe Wren, outdoor furniture expert at Royal Finesse agrees, explaining: ‘If you don’t have lots of space to work with, it’s about working smarter and not harder to make the most of it. Even a small plot of land or balcony can be transformed into a place you can escape the outside world and enjoy time alone or with loved ones. Keeping it simple and free from clutter is also advisable to make sure the space doesn’t feel cramped or uncomfortable.’
As Reese’s stunning lantern sconces demonstrate, it’s important to choose the best outdoor lighting if you want to achieve a stylish porch. Joe recommends: ‘The right outdoor lighting can make a huge difference in creating the ambiance you want. Solar-powered string lights and lanterns and battery-powered candles can be scattered around the space to good effect, while hanging pendant lights can combine functionality with chicness. Ground-mounted spotlights or candles can help uplight your garden and add dimension and atmosphere.’
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