Sorry, I've been AWOL for a while. Builder wanted us to be in SC next week for the MEP walkthrough, but the cabinetmaker hasn't gotten close enough to what I want in the kitchen, so we are delaying a week. Frustration on everyone's part, but we've spent so much time planning this house, I'm not going to be rushed into approving something for the kitchen that I am going to regret for years to come. Good news is that we have windows & doors. Our neighbor sent us a picture taken this morning: It really does seem strange to see it mirrored. I'm sure I'm going to get lost, because I've spent so much time mentally walking through it in the other orientation. Jo Ann

thanks all, ajsmama, yes I said Ididn't like the rug and I didn't, but this is the best pattern for that space andnow that I see it I see that dh and others here were correct. I know too funny, I now have what I didn't like and now like what i didn't like, strange process for me.

Are you allowed to tile the concrete? If so, would consider that as it's pretty easy for such a small space. I think you would be well served by removing all of the items currently on the porch, as I don't think they are helping you. I'd remove the wreath because it doesn't quite work on your door. I don't know whether you live in the north or the south... if in the south, I'd add a small wall fountain to the wall to the left of the door. If in the north, that would be a nice spot for a wreath of some kind. Do you love birds? I do:) So I'll suggest a little feeder that you can attach to your railing that will hang out over the railing into the shrubbery (presumed there is some type of landscaping there...) Another option for that railing, a window box that clamps on (they call them deck railing planters sometimes). Then you can have a lot of color with trailing ivy or other trailing plant, as well as upright. In the winter, it can be filled with dwarf Alberta Spruce, underplanted with ivy and decorated with tiny white lights for a winter scene. Are you allowed to paint your door? If so, I would-- maybe a pretty red or blue, or something that you think provides an introduction to your home. I like the idea of a new light fixture if that's doable. One thing to realize is just because a spot is empty, doesn't mean it needs to be filled up... it's like "white space" in a document... without it, the document is overwhelming and almost unreadable! Farmhouse Style Deck Railing Planter

I know this is super late response but I do not think it will look tacky at ALL. I think it’d look cohesive and very tasteful. I love everything about Herringbone. I really hope you went for it! And if you did, Post a picture!! I’d love to see how it turned out. :)