You could easily add skylights a knee wall or make the screen panels from floor to ceiling.
Build a screened in porch plans.
Many homes have small front landings instead of a large front porch but the front landing can still be.
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.
We walked the area with the architect and discussed various ways to handle the uneven exterior and roofline.
You can construct the panels off site and then move them to your porch for installation or use the porch floor as your workshop.
Use these plans to screen in an existing back porch so you can enjoy the great outdoors without the insects.
Screened in porch plans and tutorials back porch.
Plan 90008 this is a typical screen porch plan for a two story home.
You could build it over all or part of your deck or even as a stand alone screened porch.
Build the deck.
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.
We recommend hiring an architect to help work out the details.
Peruse our screen porch building options.
Tips for joining the screened in porch and house roofs.
Screen porch construction plan ahead to avoid construction headaches.
How to build a porch.
This plan is extremely versatile.
You can add this screened in porch to almost any house but attachment.
Another advantage of building screen panels is that you can remove the screens when fall and winter set in.
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.