Michael Keaton's Traditional Porch Decor Revels In the Beauty of Natural Materials – It Transforms His Montana Retreat Into a Relaxing Oasis

Rocking chairs, cowboy boots, and wide-open mountain views define the 'Batman' actor's outdoor space – here's why it works and how to recreate it

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Looking at Michael Keaton's Montana patio feels like taking a big breath of fresh mountain air. Anchored by natural wood furnishings and stone construction, it's a masterclass in designing spaces that blend with the outdoor surroundings.

Given that the Batman actor built the rural McLeod home in 1997 as a rustic escape away from the bright lights of Hollywood, it makes sense that his front porch idea channels total relaxation.

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There is a strong psychological undergirding for why Michael Keaton's porch feels so relaxing, and it's taking over outdoor decorating trends in 2026. Experts at Wayfair predict 'Zen Retreat' as one of the top design looks for the year. The team explains: 'Serenity and the great outdoors go hand in hand. Lean into this natural pairing with sustainable designs, organic materials, and a tranquil palette.'

'There’s nothing quite like stepping into a space that instantly makes you exhale—and that’s the magic of the Zen Retreat trend,' adds Wayfair Professional Tastemaker Tiffany Brooks.

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A patio that celebrates the beauty of natural materials, like the one at Michael Keaton's home

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Luckily, Michael Keaton's traditional cottage porch decor is easy to recreate with a simple focus on using natural materials like wood and stone. Tiffany advises: 'By using sustainable materials, organic textures, and soft, tranquil tones, you’re creating an outdoor escape that’s not just stylish but soul-soothing. It’s all about bringing calm vibes into the great outdoors.'


Ultimately, natural materials are one of the most timeless and stylish ways to keep your outdoor space enduringly relaxing. The surroundings will always be the best design teacher. If you enjoy our celebrity news and interior design advice, why not sign up to our newsletter so you never miss the latest features?


Sophie Edwards
News Editor

Sophie is a writer and News Editor on the Celebrity Style team at Homes & Gardens. She is fascinated by the intersection of design and popular culture and is particularly passionate about researching trends and interior history. She is an avid pop culture fan and has interviewed Martha Stewart and Hillary Duff.

In her free time, Sophie freelances on design news for Westport Magazine and Livingetc. She also has a newsletter, My Friend's Art, in which she covers music, culture, and fine art through a personal lens. Her fiction has appeared in Love & Squalor and The Isis Magazine.

Before joining Future, Sophie worked in editorial at Fig Linens and Home, a boutique luxury linens brand. She has an MSc from Oxford University and a BA in Creative Writing and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College.