Historically, porticos have featured classical columns, either Doric ... awning and a way to add visual interest to the front of a home. A porch is designed to be a social, gathering space ...

These Isis-headed columns form part of the portico built by Tiberius ; on the ceiling is the famous Zodiac. The hieroglyphics are more profuse than in buildings of a genuine Egyptian order." "Au des [ ...

No modern observer can possibly think that such porticos are in any way "risky ... any notion of "form follows function" by placing a single, central supporting column in front of its main entrance.

A small front porch is called a portico. This very small structure is attached to the house at the front door with a roof and columns. A portico does not have room for furniture.