Shady and bug-bite-freewhat more could you want?

That’s where the screened-in porch comes in.

Get inspired by the 10 dreamy indoor-outdoor spaces below.

screened in porch

Photo:Photo and Design c/oJillian Harris

), consider bringing a decorative touch to the ceiling of your screened-in porch.

Were big fans of planking, as seen here in a space by interior designerLisa Sherry.

Bring Indoor Comforts Out

Photo byDavid HillegasforHeather Chadduck Design

The goal of a screened-in porch?

screened in porch

Photo byAllyson LubowforJoshua Smith Inc.

Comfort, comfort, comfort.

To make the most of your partially outdoor space, work in a fewindoorcreature comforts.

While that vibe is great, theres also a world where something a bit moodier feels just right.

screened-in porch near a body of water

Photo byMcGinn PhotographyforLilly Taylor Interiors

For this porchsurrounded by verdant woodsdesigner Heather Wellsmimicked the outdoors with deep wood tones and lots of green accents.

The first order of business?

Examine how youlltrulyuse the space.

screened-in porch

Photo byPatrick ClineforLisa Sherry Interieurs

This charming nook bydesigner Jillian Harrismakes morning eggs (or evening margs) an enjoyable, fly-free experience.

screened-in porch with a dog laying on the couch

Photo byDavid HillegasforHeather Chadduck Design

screened-in porch

Photo byEric PiaseckiforHeather Wells Interior Design

screened-in porch

Photo and Design c/oJillian Harris

screened-in porch

Photo and Design by Tasha Agruso ofKaleidoscope Living

screened-in porch

Photo byJoseph BradshawforLilly Taylor Interiors

screened-in porch

Photo and Design by Lauren Shaver forBless’er House

screened-in porch

Photo byPaige Rumorefor Rachel Halvorson Designs