Gorgeous porch inspiration for spring

FREE IMAGES First day of spring, and it's been snowing here in Maryland for 6 hours. Hopefully this is the last hurrah for winter. This year, I am determined to have some sort of little container garden on my front porch, so I've been collecting some inspiration.

We don't have space or a roof for a swinging sofa, but how awesome would that be?
via Pinterest via HGTV

via Babble

via BHG

via Pinterest via Gilded Mint

I love more "wild" looking containers.
via Pinterest via Flickr

...but I also like the symmetrical look.

via Dirt Samples

I really like pots cascading down the stairs...just not the green orbs.
via Pinterest via BHG

Inspiration for your outdoor space (if Spring ever gets here!)

FREE IMAGES We are officially four days into spring, and even though we've barely felt the warm temperatures around here, I can't help but daydream of what I would love to be doing to our outdoor space! We moved into our home last year mid summer and didn't really get a chance to enjoy spring. Here's some inspiration I've found that I'd love to incorporate in my outdoor area:

via designsponge

I like the idea of having some of outdoor space covered for really hot days so I can still enjoy the outdoors in the shade!

via potterybarn

Although we aren't near the beach, I love the driftwood used as decor, and the big throw pillows for a homey feel.  And check out that giant clamshell planter!

via interiormagasinet

The huge potted plants are stunning in this space. It makes a great sense of privacy for the table and chairs while also being beautiful.

This space doesn't need a lot of words, that outdoor kitchen...dreamy

via Pinterest via Chic Coastal Living

Love the container gardens...I just wish I had the luck to keep them alive.
via Pinterest

I really like outdoor spaces that feel like the indoors.  This space is like an outdoor living room.
via Pinterest

via tumblr

There's something about large outdoor curtains that scream luxury to me! The bring a little of the indoor out, great for privacy, and creating shade when you need it.

What plans do you have for your outdoor space this season?