Patio, Porch, or Lanai?

According to our builder, our new home has a "Lanai." The definition of a lanai is "a roofed porch." I've always referred to it as a "patio." Well, we have a roofed patio, porch, or lanai.

In any case, here's a shot of our newly redone furniture. You'll be able to spot my tiny palm tree and red Anthurium plant that I bought while in the rental. They're both quite happy with the move. When the weather remembers that this is Florida and warms up a bit, I plan to buy more tropical plants.

We have had this outdoor furniture for over thirty years. It's aluminum, and I've had it repainted from the original beige to gray to match the house exterior.

There's a chaise lounge,



and a chair and ottoman,



along with a two-seater rocker



and a coffee table.



When we moved, I had new cushions made from an online company for $351, and then found a local company to sandblast, repair, and bake on a new dark, brown color for $450. They tell me that the furniture should last another ten years. We do have some straps to repair, but considering the fact that the rocker alone would cost more than the total spent, I'm happy.



Please notice all the furniture is empty. It's way too cold to sit out here.

We plan to have our patio, porch, or lanai screened in as soon as the homeowners association approves. So, what do you call it: patio, porch, or lanai? Take your pick.

Susan at A Southern Daydreamer is the gracious hostess for Outdoor Wednesday. Participants post pictures of anything that they might find outdoors.