enclosed porch

Glassed-in sitting area

An enclosed porch is a porch that has been walled in with windows, screens, or glass panels rather than left open to the elements.

It provides shelter while maintaining connection to the outdoors: We sat on the enclosed porch watching the storm.

The term distinguishes such spaces from open porches or fully interior rooms.

Also called a sunroom or three-season room depending on construction.

Related

rocking chair · mosquito netting · summer breeze · breeze · glass · humid · lemonade · iced tea · ceiling fan · cushions · lattice · wrap-around · outdoor living · conservatory · awning · shade · houseplants · potted plants

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Opposites
enclosure/exposure

enclosed porchrooftop terrace

Outdoor area atop building

pergola · sundeck · veranda · wraparound porch · gazebo

architectural integration

enclosed porchbackyard

Outdoor space behind home

yard · patio · terrace · lawn · garden

Family

enclosed, enclose, enclosure, enclosing, encloses, close, closed, closer, closest

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G