Last week, we talked about setting the stage for your new outdoor room by determining what type of outdoor living space you would like to have, planning a location, and installing the flooring and hardscaping required to support the space. Today, we move on to part two of our how to design the perfect back Read More
Use Indoor Rooms as Inspiration for Outdoor Decorating
Creating a designer-worthy deck or patio is a whole lot easier when you apply the same design principles that you use indoors. They are called “outdoor rooms” because they are meant to be every bit as inviting and comfortable as the rooms inside your home. If you have already placed some outdoor furniture on your Read More
Layering in Style: A Guide to Outdoor Decorating
I grew up watching the Christopher Lowell Show with my mother. As one of the original television personality interior designers, he frequently entered our living room and inspired my mother and I to take on projects around the house. Even though his show has long since gone off the air, many of his teachings and Read More
Beat the Heat with these Outdoor Decorating Ideas
Blistering temperatures don’t have to mean that you can no longer enjoy your deck or patio. There are a number of ways to beat the heat with patio furniture and accessories. Today, I am going to list my favorite outdoor decorating ideas for summer. 1. Cantilever Umbrellas What’s not to love about these gorgeous patio Read More