What are some ideas for building front steps?

Front steps should be built as wide as possible to make porches seem larger. Add curved or rounded steps to make an entryway appear grand. Match front steps to the rest of the home's construction for a seamless appearance, and add potted plants, mosaic tiles or bright paint for interest.

Low stone, concrete and wooden steps are ideas for traditional front steps. More contemporary or modern front steps might include built-in lights, or have an abstract design with metal accents.

Slate, granite and wood are common, natural front step materials. Concrete and stucco are man-made front step materials frequently used for durable steps.