Who says the backyard has a monopoly on entertaining? This porch proves that summer gatherings belong in the front, too. With one side dedicated to grilling and a bar cart full of cocktail and drink essentials, the other end combines comfy chairs and a swing for a cozy convo spot. Steal some style pointers from this friendly front porch and keep reading for more inspiration to get your entryway ready for lazy summer livin'.

A cozy wood swing + a deep, shady porch = a match made in lazy, lounging heaven. Take a cue from the designers at Cloth & Kind to make the most of your front porch space by creating a colorful conversation area for whiling the summer away.

Seriously, who wouldn't love rocking the day away on this sunny front porch? Like most Tudor Revival-style homes, this beautiful example in Atlanta doesn't feature a deep, shady front porch like you'd typically see on a farmhouse or Craftsman-style home, but the wide, open brick porch does boast a pair of classic rocking chairs and an unobstructed view of the front yard. Get more curb appeal ideas from our friends at HGTV Magazine, below.

No matter where you live, there's no denying that the summer sun can sometimes feel relentless. Make your front porch a relaxing oasis by rolling out a serving cart when guests arrive. Ice cold lemonade (or bubbly!) makes lounging on the porch feel like a mini vacay.