Article: On the porch: furnishings that suit your setting, style, and budget.(Decorating)(related article: Get the look)(accents)

Amble out to the porch, sink into a familiar armchair, and idly stir the ice in your favorite cocktail. Take a deep breath, exhale, and toast the sun as it, too, settles down after a long day. The porch, that early symbol of summer ease and small-town neighborliness, is back in a big way. Just drive through a new planned community like Stapleton in Denver or Rivermark near San Jose, and you'll see how prominent it has become once again. But finding the right outdoor furniture can be a challenge: It has to be comfortable while suiting your personality and pocketbook. Accessories like pillows and throws are also important; they should complement the tables and chairs, ...

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