porte cochere

noun

Definition of porte cocherenext
as in porch

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Recent Examples of porte cochere In addition to the Blumhouse Space, the venue will feature a 1,000-seat theater for film premieres, screenings, events, and concerts, 64 new luxury rooms for the hotel, a new lobby, a new porte cochere and more. — Andrew McGowan, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025 Sitting on ocean cliffs, Ocean House is fronted by a porte cochere that leads into a double-height lobby finished with limestone and oak millwork. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2025 The Fontainebleau’s porte cochere rises from the place where Thomas Hull opened El Rancho, the first casino complex on Highway 91, which connected Los Angeles and Las Vegas. — Jason Sheeler, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2024 This starts with the private porte cochere, which serves as a peaceful transition point between Midtown and the world of the building. — Jessica Cherner, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for porte cochere
Recent Examples of Synonyms for porte cochere
  1. porch
  2. sleeping porch
  3. piazza
  4. veranda
  5. stoop
  6. lanai
Noun
  • Guests can also enjoy the Club Grill Steakhouse, light bites on Caldwell’s panoramic front porch, gourmet burgers at BRGR Kitchen & Bar, and alfresco dining at The LakeHouse.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 July 2026
  • The home faces south so the porch to avoid heating up the house, and is also shaded by a generous overhang.
    — Jennifer Castenson, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of porch
Noun
  • Two guest rooms — ideal for Kamal and Riva’s twin daughters — connect through a former sleeping porch with a fireplace and built-ins, creating flexible space for an office, hobby room or hangout area.
    — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
  • Yes, modern designs can incorporate privacy solutions and cozy elements to create a comfortable and relaxing sleeping porch space within current design standards.
    — Maggie Burch, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
Definition of sleeping porch
Noun
  • Whether discovering familyrun wineries, exploring historic neighborhoods with local experts, or simply lingering over lunch in a quiet piazza, travelers have the freedom to engage with each destination at their own pace.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 24 July 2026
  • The project is set across three buildings named Verdi, Rossini, and Puccini, an homage to its history, with a new piazza that connects the site with the neighborhood.
    — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of piazza
Noun
  • The estate sits on nearly half an acre of landscaped grounds, with a covered veranda overlooking formal lawns, a pond, and a vegetable garden, as well as—an uncommon feature for the area—a 41-foot heated swimming pool.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 June 2026
  • The newer Oceania Vista and Oceania Allura offer concierge-level single accommodations; these feature larger verandas and concierge lounge access (the latter another way to meet fellow voyagers).
    — Janice Wald Henderson, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 June 2026
Definition of veranda
Noun
  • Why all the sneering and haughty body language from the front stoop of a cinderblock double-wide?
    — Lo Patrick, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026
  • The work rests between the porch and the stoop and shows two women tending to their residence.
    — Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
Definition of stoop
Noun
  • Main-level highlights include a fireside living room that spills out to a spacious ocean-view terrace, which hosts a covered lanai with a fireplace and an infinity-edge spa.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 20 July 2026
  • Inside was a formal entryway and a lanai—oh how Williams loved light—a stone fireplace, and a breakfast nook.
    — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 24 June 2026
Definition of lanai

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