Our client asked us to build a screened porch to replace an existing patio. She wanted a room that she could use nearly all year and that would give her the feeling of being outdoors. We built the porch out of cedar and designed half walls with screen panels above. The low walls give the porch the feeling of an indoor room, while the large screen panels create the illusion of being outdoors. By using screen panels, the client always has the option of replacing the panels with windows and using the space during any season. We built a sliding screen door between the porch and deck to best use the tight space. Other creative details include the decorative rain chain and glazed French doors.