There is nothing better on a hot summer day than lounging on a porch swing in the shaded breeze. The city of Minneapolis, like many US cities, encourages the addition of front porches. From a neighborhood standpoint, front porches bring people out of their homes and out of their backyards. From a safety perspective, they put more "Eyes on the Street". But most importantly, they are charming and restful spaces that are a pleasure to design and inhabit. David Lund Design