You could easily add skylights a knee wall or make the screen panels from floor to ceiling.
Build a screened in porch plans.
Plan 90008 this is a typical screen porch plan for a two story home.
There are several strategies that can be employed for screening in a porch.
This helps to protect the screens increasing their lifespan.
If you already have a basic framework of posts and rails you can attach screen and trim directly to the framing then add a screen door to complete the enclosure.
This plan is extremely versatile.
We walked the area with the architect and discussed various ways to handle the uneven exterior and roofline.
How to build a porch.
Build the deck.
Tips for joining the screened in porch and house roofs.
Screened in porch plans and tutorials back porch.
After a few iterations we came up with a plan that included using less yard space getting tons of sunlight and maximizing the space for entertaining and relaxing.
You could build it over all or part of your deck or even as a stand alone screened porch.
Another advantage of building screen panels is that you can remove the screens when fall and winter set in.
You can construct the panels off site and then move them to your porch for installation or use the porch floor as your workshop.
Many homes have small front landings instead of a large front porch but the front landing can still be.
Build as few or as many screen panels as you need.
If no suitable frame exists you can build a simple 2 x 4 frame.
Screen porch construction plan ahead to avoid construction headaches.
Peruse our screen porch building options.
We recommend hiring an architect to help work out the details.