Add a touch of whimsy by designing a playful outdoor living environment with colorful fabrics, textures and patterns and fun decorations to create your dream outdoor space. There are many things you can do to personalize and add character to your space, with the addition of unique furnishings, lanterns, cool planters, plush cushions, colorful area rugs, drapery […]
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54 Cool and relaxing outdoor living spaces to welcome summer
Summer is around the corner, time to start thinking about how you’re going to create relaxing outdoor living spaces that feel inviting, an extension of the home itself. What makes a great outdoor living area is a combination of elements. The first to consider is lighting. Don’t be afraid to do a little experimenting with your light […]
53 Most amazing outdoor fireplace designs ever
Having an outdoor fireplace on your deck, patio or backyard living room instantly makes it a perfect place for entertaining and creates a dramatic focal point. Fireplaces are not only stylish but very functional and can add great value to your property. They also make a wonderful feature for those who enjoy spending their leisure […]
Stunning open air pavilion in Texas: Story Pool House
Story Pool House is an open air pavilion with a living room centered around a swimming pool, designed by architecture studio Lake|Flato, located in Center Point, Texas. The property offers a slice of paradise enveloped by nature, with sensational views over meandering rolling hills. The pool house is a simple, open air pavilion that serves […]
21 Inspirational examples of outdoor summer lounging spaces
Expand your outdoor living room by creating summer lounging spaces on your property such as beautiful hammocks, daybeds, swinging beds and canopies. To create the perfect lounging space in your outdoor living spaces, make sure it is a private oasis that is quiet and with some privacy in case you want to take a nap. […]
47 Irresistible hot tub spa designs for your backyard
After a long, stressful day, a hot tub spa incorporated into the deck in your backyard is simply the perfect must have luxury for relaxing soaks. Hot tubs can be challenging, you need to integrate them into your landscape so that they fit attractively into your design scheme. In order to determine the best location […]
58 Most sensational interior courtyard garden ideas
Building an interior courtyard garden design into your home, spaces defined by walls on four sides, draws natural light and air of the outdoors into the center of your residence. These spaces may seem unnecessary with front and back yards, but they offer a Zen like quality that can bring a tremendous amount of pleasure […]
58 Amazing bright and colorful outdoor living spaces
Adding a bright and colorful decorating palette to your outdoor living spaces can be a simple and very enjoyable task and in time for summer entertaining. Selecting bright colors for your furnishings and outdoor decor can completely change and enhance the appearance of your yard. Summer outdoor decorating is all about taking advantage of the […]
52 Spectacular outdoor string lights to illuminate your patio
Outdoor string lights are ideal to enhance the ambiance of your patio, courtyard or backyard, with so many possibilities to personalize your outdoor living space. Chances are you have string lights that spend 11 months of the year tangled in a box. Why not bring them out and use them to decorate your outdoor living […]
Striking modern home nestled on the Columbia river
The Hotchkiss Residence is a striking modern home that has been designed by Scott|Edwards Architecture, nestled on the banks of the Columbia river in Vancouver, Washington. The home exemplifies a northwest contemporary vernacular in its 2,000 square feet. The one level home, built for a retired couple, was placed on the site to maximize the […]