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Friday, May 3rd, 2019
Would you dare not look at a picturesque scene such as this?
Have you ever thought how the rooms with the most pleasant vibe in your home are actually those that present a wonderful view of the outdoors? You might think that your landscaping and the snow-capped mountain near your home have nothing to do with your interiors but they can actually play a huge role in terms of beautification.
If you live near a shore side or if your home happens to be surrounded by a lot of trees, then you can maximize your interiors by taking advantage of these outdoor views.
Inside Out
Prior to setting up the landscaping on your exterior grounds, you can plan that space by looking from the inside. More often than not, homeowners plan their landscaping looking outdoors, buying the plants right away, and positioning them where they look best coming from the street; you could actually change this approach.
Go inside your home then see how you could create the perfect view for those massive windows. You would want to plan a layout that would perfectly frame the trees and the bushes that will be grown outdoors. You would also like to highlight a flowering shrub.
Don’t be limited to just one room, though. Remember that exterior landscaping can be viewed from three or even more rooms at the same time. The earlier you plan the layout, the happier you will be with the result that you will accomplish.
Outdoor-Based Palette
The American Leather couch effectively echoes the colors of the sandy beaches.
That huge glass pane could serve as one of the walls in a living room. This is the case for a lot of homes these days. It’s like having a full wall painted with nature’s colors. Just imagine if you have a home that overlooks the Pacific Ocean – you will see the sandy hues and the blues and greens each day.
For outdoor views that are brighter and more vibrant, consider using neutrals for your interior palette so that the focus will now be turned to the fabulous vistas.
Create Panoramic Views
Marge Carson piece: The panoramic view outside serves as the colorful walls in this bright living room.
If you don’t already have them at the moment, then there’s no better time than now to create one.
Remodel your home to include a sunroom, porch, conservatory or outdoor rooms that are all great ways to bring nature in. Make sure that this new room will not disrupt the present floor plan.
Set up a screen if you already have a porch. You can also create a landscape in the form of fountains, planters, or even simple potted plants.
Topple Walls and Bring In Greeneries
If your home is like a lot of homes nowadays with the outdoors blocked with heavy draperies, opaque walls, and dark colors, then it’s up to you to create a vista. Here’s a compromise that you will have to make, though – you need sunlight since the plants will need this as you would also.
Open up your space by breaking down walls if necessary. You can also place potted plants on the outdoor part of the windowsills and have the inner sills filled with these potted beauties, too. What you’ll have created is a unified look that will fuse the outdoor and indoor greeneries.
Should you have a window that looks out to an unsightly part of the neighborhood, then you can turn this around by planting ivy and allowing it to climb on a decorative trellis. Before you know it, your home will be paradisiacal.
One Window Is All It Takes
Century Furniture: This one window made the biggest difference in this mainly neutral room.
Sometimes, all it takes to connect the indoors with the outdoors is one, huge window that will provide the best viewing experience. When uncertain, pick a clean, uninterrupted, panoramic view as much as you can.
Pick the floor-to-ceiling type of window complete with sliding doors going straight to the patio. An alternative is the picture window, sliding window or the casement window.
Say no to grilles.
There is also another single window that could provide all the views that you would need. It can even help with the illumination in your home. Installing a skylight allows you to rely on natural lighting as you also get to have a good view of the blue skies.
Beauty and Security
Apart from its aesthetic benefits, a home office window that looks out into the yard will allow the parent to work while still keeping an eye on his or her kids. You also have the advantage of seeing who approaches your property.
Privacy is a main concern for glass window installations, though. If you don’t want people looking into your home all the time, then you could partially obscure the window glasses or have the glass panes tinted. Just be sure to use blinds or curtains at night because the tint will only obscure the view during the day.
Install the Right Window
The window materials aren’t the only things that you should be concerned about. These materials, after all, need the proper architectural frames so that they could truly feature the outdoor sceneries.
Here are the window types that are often used to showcase the best outdoors scenery –
Bay. This is a projecting, three-paneled unit. It is often wide enough to present the landscape in a single frame. It can easily fuse with any architectural feature or it can also be perennially Victorian. It is versatile so it can even be used to replace an old picture window.
Bow. This is much like the bay window but with extra broad glass panes. It can house up to six panels. The sub-windows can be operated so you can let in the breeze while clearly enjoying the views outside.
Picture. This can easily become the focal point in a home. It is basically large so it can provide an expansive view of the outdoors. This does not open, though, so you can combine it with an operating window or two.
Sliding. These may be short but they are wide so they’re the best for smaller rooms that come with low ceilings. You also don’t sacrifice a lot of wall space so you get to enjoy nature without eating up much square footage.
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Monday, November 14th, 2016
This lovely wooden piece comes from FFDM’s Highlands Collection.’Talk of focal points!
Here’s a great reason to begin decorating for your home now – the end result of your project will enhance the mood in your home. With the right decisions come better sleep inside the bedroom, less stress in the living room and much joy in the kitchen and dining room.
Here are some ways to turn your home into a haven –
Establish an Effective Focal Point
One of the first things that you would notice when you enter anyone’s home is a furniture or architectural part of the home anchoring the rest of the design elements. This is the focal point.
It is your duty to create a focal point for your home. This should be something that is noticeable once you enter your home. It could be a large porcelain vase, an abstract painting, or a memorable souvenir from your travels.
Say No to Debris
What are you still doing staring at that pile of old newspapers on the floor? Pick ‘em up.
Piles of stuff on the hallway or the entryway must go. They all spell chaos and mess inside your home and that’s bad for productivity.
Have a place that is designated for every item. Place the most chic containers right by the door then find bins for incoming and outgoing stuff.
Create Ample Room
Anxiety builds where there’s too much stress or chaos. Reduce the clutter in your home by making space. Cut on all the non-essentials. Let go of unnecessary furnishings, magazines, files, picture frames, etc.
A magical way to create space is to paint one of your chairs or tables and let it blend or disappear into the wall. Painting the walls with a light color will also make the room look a lot more spacious.
Highlight, Don’t Flood with Light
It would be difficult for you and your family to relax during the night if there is a bright overhead lamp right in your living room. This is much like attending a concert wherein you are amped all the time. If you don’t want to be revved up all the time, then use spot lighting just for the areas that need brightness. For all the others, install dimmers that you can activate according to your mood.
Find and install full-spectrum bulbs for a more soothing and natural ambience.
Simplify the Color Scheme
Practice restraint when using colors and patterns. Mixing patterns means you must know how to keep the color schemes within bounds. If you are the type that likes a lot of colors, then be sure to keep patterns to a bare minimum or you’d risk making your home look like the venue for the next Iron Man triathlon.
A relaxing room should be one that’s devoid of too many patterns and colors. Find the most soothing hues then put in just the right amount of furnishings and accessories so that your place becomes more meaningful.
Love Mother Nature
In fact, you should love her so much that you are willing to bring her into your own home. Bringing the outdoors in means having pots of houseplants, some mirrors to reflect the natural light, and the biggest windows to accommodate the beautiful rays of the sun; the view should also include an interesting landscape and awesome trees right outside your home.
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Turn Off Your Electronics
Put the TV set and the computers in areas where you are not supposed to relax. These are your home office and the entertainment area. Do not let these electronic appliances interfere with a good night’s sleep by putting them inside the bedroom or the living room. In their place, use throw pillows, lamp shades and the most calming colors that you could find.
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Tuesday, September 20th, 2016
Winners Only Dining Room 60 Inches Farmhouse Leg Dining Table 53661A: The farmhouse appeal is perfect for this season.
While many enjoy summer and the happiness that it brings, there’s always that point when it must come to an end. It’s that time to redesign your outdoor space to make it more suitable for fall. Expect to host social gatherings and dinners during this season but don’t let these become the sole purposes of outdoor living. Know that you can add warmth as well as ambience to your patio or porch so that you can up the level of excitement there.
Choose the Right Kind of Outdoor Furniture
Yup, summer is over and the temperature is about to get coder. This does not mean that you have to stay indoors the entire season till winter. It also does not mean that you have to keep the patio or the porch untouched during the holidays.
If you actually think of it, fall is the best time to enjoy the outdoors. Go out and appreciate the season’s beauty. This means you must use only the best patio furniture that you could find. Be sure to keep the space’s welcoming vibe. But what kind of furniture should you invest in?
There are many factors that can help you decide. First, find out how durable the materials used are. Find the ones that can easily withstand the weather elements. Wicker is one such material which can still look cozy while being functional. Wrought-iron is also a durable material; it is especially hard to topple during storms or windy days. Aluminum can also easily survive outdoors as it can resist corrosion.
Function is another factor to consider when buying outdoor furniture. This is especially true when you are buying for a smaller space. An outdoor space used for romantic dinners can have a set of wrought-iron furniture in bistro style. If you have more guests to accommodate then you can add stackable chairs and a long wooden table.
Lastly, you don’t need to compromise the furniture design for function. There are now a lot of furniture sets that offer both. If you want to be true to the vibe of this season, then it’s time to embrace a rustic or country appearance.
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Light a Fire
Since the temperature is colder, you can literally add a warmer glow to your outdoor space by lighting up a fire pit. This allows you to entertainment people with just cocktails or cups of hot chocolate. Don’t expect to hold dinners, of course, but you can have seating for guests to rest on.
See if you prefer wood or gas fire pit.
Pick the Right Lights
Have you ever seen houses lit like coffee shops? These are known as twinkle or café outdoor lights. They can add a more serious ambience to the outdoors. They are also budget-friendly so you can have them installed anytime.
Have them placed over the balcony railing or an outdoor dining area.
Use Outdoor Textiles
Apart from having a fire pit, you can also have warm rugs and soft blankets brought out. Simply bring the indoor comfort to your outdoor space. Don’t worry too much about the rain since you can easily bring the stuff in when it starts to rain. If you want to maintain the chic look even during wet seasons, then consider buying materials that are manufactured for all kinds of weather.
Add Natural Elements
Don’t forget to add fall elements like the following –
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Wednesday, September 7th, 2016
FFDM’s Sunset Collection: This side table can be brought out to the patio to hold potted plants and flower vases.
If you have a lovely furniture right on your porch and you bring it out there during spring or the summer, it could easily become your favorite piece. This is especially true if it is comfortable and sturdy. Even your little ones and pets could easily fall in love with it. A probable downside to this is weathering. This could happen when the furniture is exposed to constant rainstorms or the harshest rays of the sun.
Weathering could result in peeling and cracking, even warping in some furniture. You would soon realize that the piece of furniture was not meant to be taken outdoors.
Outdoor Furniture Challenges
There are many obstacles for your wooden furniture outdoors. First, since wood is biodegradable, it can rot or break. This won’t happen unless you have your teak, cedar or redwood treated to become rot resistant. Still, don’t expect the piece to last forever.
Standard furniture is often made with finishes and interior glue. These are meant to be used in climate-controlled structures. When these are placed outdoors and are exposed to the harsh temperatures and intense moisture levels, the glued joints could turn loose. The finish could also degrade.
Your wooden furniture can stand against such damages if waterproof glue is used.
As for the construction, look for the pieces that are sturdy. Find the ones with thick joints and pieces which decreases the wooden amount exposed to the harsh elements. Indoor furniture is often delicate as it is built with fine joints as well as glued veneers. These are invitations to warping, moisture as well as disintegration when left to the elements.
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The Yard Sale Default
While it may be tempting to get the old tables and chairs and put them up for sale, you might want to hold your horses first. Rather than sell them right away, you can still seal and refinish the furniture. You would have to do this quickly, though, since deterioration is taking its hold each day.
Protection from the Elements
Furniture that is intended for indoor use generally doesn’t last long outdoors. If you want to use an indoor type of furniture that you could also use outside of your home, you should be prepared to have the piece pressure-treated as well as undergo chemical applications that could make it resist rotting.
Technically, interior furniture can be used outdoors but you have to know what to do to protect them. Leave no piece unfinished and make sure that you also choose the right kind of finish. Multiple coats of the correct finish could protect the furniture from harmful ultraviolet rays, even moisture. This is because paint can block UV rays better than the clear finish. Another great bet is for you to apply a coat of exterior primer. Top it with oil or latex-based paint for the exterior.
Achieve a natural wood look by applying various exterior spar varnish coats. This kind of coat can product a built-up type of finish which protects more effectively than oil. Find the ones that have UV blockers.
Prior to painting, be sure to sand down the surface down to the bare wood. You can also use chemical strippers to achieve the same effect. Seal every bit of crack, joints, the legs and bottoms. Seal everything that you could lay your eyes on.
Just to ascertain that your furniture will be more protected, be sure to recoat regularly. The best finishes can still wear and tear when exposed to Mother Nature. Recoating should be done in about a year or two.
As much as you can, protect the furniture from rain and the sun. Place some form of shade and raise the furniture off the ground so it won’t be exposed to puddles.
The best outdoors wooden materials include acacia, cedar, cypress, shorea, redwood and teak.
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Friday, July 29th, 2016
Hooker Furniture Living Room Accent Chair
Do you believe that designing a comfortable and safe deck is easy? Some could answer this positively while others might be a tad more hesitant. Designing a home deck requires that you initially get in touch with your local building department or the homeowners’ association. There are deck restrictions as well as requirements that you should ask about. There are also zoning ordinances that put a cap on the deck size, its location and its general construct. In many cases, you would need a building permit before you can begin constructing or designing a home deck.
That Lovely Sketch
Find a tape measure then go out with a pencil and paper. Sketch your dream deck, don’t be afraid, go ahead. Include your home’s location including the number of doors and windows. Place also the location of trees and other primary landscaping structures. Sheds are also an example of such structures.
The Proper Location
Decide whether the house exit will lead directly to the deck or if it will be located elsewhere.
A freestanding deck comes with two or more beams. This can be installed right next to your house or right by the swimming pool. If it is away from any of these two locations, then make sure that you have a clear path or walkway leading right to it.
Think also of the kind of view that you would want on your deck. If you require privacy, then you can have a wall built for a portion of the deck. You can also use a nearby shade in keeping the deck cool especially during the summer. You can also place the deck away from a shrub line so you can have some cool breeze pass through.
Essential Deck Parts
Attached decks have ledger boards that can replace one of the support beams. This can be attached using bolts; a tool that greatly reduces material costs. This, however, comes with pest or water damage, eventually.
A lot of building codes require metal flashing for moisture prevention between the house wall and the ledger. If you want to prevent this problem, then have the ledger treated for mold or pest infiltration.
If you are thinking of building that luxurious two-story deck, then you have to provide a long stairway. It would help to break up the stairway with a transition deck. Plan the right connection for the stairs and the deck and where this connection would end.
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Figure Out the Deck Function and Size
If you are a frequent party host, then you would definitely need a larger deck. This is a place where tables, chairs, a bench or two maybe, and other outdoor furniture can be placed. It’s a place where you grill and drink and have fun so make sure that you turn it into a pleasant retreat, one that is comfortable.
Avoid layouts that put a railing right in the middle of any of the windows in your home. Assure also that the doors swinging outward would clear the railings. Should the need call for it, you should adjust the location and size of the deck.
Pick a Style
Decks with some architectural lines made with lumber and vertical metal balusters are complementary looks. If you want a more traditional or classic appeal, then use lumber with visible grain lines as balusters; as much as possible, choose pressure-treated lumber.
Remember that the deck can be exposed to harsh elements. So in installing wood decking, make sure that you use weather sealants and staining. Redwood and heart cedar are often resistant to decay, hence, they are used extensively. If you use any other type of wood, then have it treated with any kind of preservative.
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Monday, July 25th, 2016
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Do you live in a place where the climate is harsh especially during the winter season? Where other people look forward to summertime, there are those who look at it like as curse because it can also be a cruel season. While you are looking to soak up the sun during the summer months, it might be difficult to justify an investment on furnishings which you would just use for a third of the entire year.
Don’t fret, though. There are now a lot of great options to look at for those great outdoor furnishings. Keep in mind that these pieces can also be used indoors should you want them there –
Powder-Coated Metal Furniture
Powder-coated metal seat is a great way to add color to your interior design. This is especially true during the winter months. In fact, if you use them indoors long enough, you might end up not taking them outdoors anymore. Whatever you end up doing with such a seat, this is a welcome addition to outdoor seating when you are setting up a barbecue party.
If the look of metal is too sharp for you, the best way to soften it is to throw a sheepskin on.
Garden Chair
You can create a more dramatic statement when you take a metal yet lace-laden garden chair. This can work well indoors, too, just use it with a modern console to set up the perfect writing nook in the living room or the bedroom. It can work beautifully in any rustic-themed bedroom. Place the chair beside a nightstand so you can have a read before you doze off.
Use the garden chair outdoors when spring has come. A more modern option is the plastic side chair that can be moved indoors and outdoors according to your needs. White is a versatile color whether the chair is painted wood, has fabric upholstery, or is made with plastic.
If the white chair doesn’t work for you, then consider using a white garden stool as an end seat for your casual dining needs. This will give you that bohemian flair.
Pair metallic chairs and have them placed at the foot of the bed. This should give the room a more charming appeal. This pair offers more versatility than the usual single bench.
Add bronze metallic chairs for a cozier breakfast nook. Bring in some potted plants or a vase of flowers for that unexpected fresh twist to any stainless steel kitchen or dining area.
Lantern
Even a well-lit home deserves decorative lanterns for a more charming ambience. These beautiful lights will add happiness indoors during the coldest winter months. During the warmer season, these lighting fixtures will surely work wonders on walkways and patios.
Stringing the lantern lights will also make them more awesome. Say yes to this and skip those holiday lights during the holidays.
Chinese Garden Stools
Two or four of these stools can be grouped to create a smarter alternative to the coffee table. These can be moved according to the needs of the party guests. As soon as it’s time to move to the patio, then all you have to do is to carry these stools without having your living room turn into a deserted area.
A garden stool made with ceramic can add color to the bathroom. This is the perfect place to put a towel, robe, even a book.
Kitchen Cart
Simple kitchen carts can also be beautiful accessories apart from being functional work surfaces. These are indispensable during summer when you want to do much of your cooking outdoors. A garden cart can also have practical uses indoors. This can be used to hold art materials, unused clothing and goods for donation or charity.
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Monday, June 27th, 2016
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The porch. This is one of the most beautifully-designed parts of a home; first, because it is the first impression that your home could have on visitors; second, because it is a place that should be classified as restful.
So when you’re out to make a remodeling project on your porch, treat it as you would a renovation project on any part of your home.
Integration
So what should be your first concern when renovating or decorating the porch? This should be how to add the porch in such a way that it would seamlessly be fused with the rest of your home. When bedroom windows line the back of the house, it is crucial to not diminish the size of each opening. The roof must not be too high so that it creates water intrusion during heavy rains or on snow storms. It is also not advisable to just extend a low-pitch roof outwards.
Define the Scope
The roofline is a sensitive project that must not be taken lightly. Your porch requirements should match the goals that you have set for the rest of the rooms in your home. The design for the whole project – not just the porch – can take months in some cases yet a good amount of your time will certainly be spent on this front part of your dwelling.
Every homeowner’s goal when setting up a lovely porch is to create a place that opens up naturally as an extension of the adjacent room. This same room, after all, has been classified into other names namely sunroom, screen porch, even the three-season room. Whatever you wish to call your porch that space, it should represent the outdoors of the region where you’re living at.
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Screens are a great alternative to doors as they are airier although they can also keep the bugs out. Walking into a well-designed porch can be both dramatic and fun. The beholder notices the type of flooring used, the screens that have been installed from the floor to the ceiling, and the furnishings that were carefully chosen especially for that place.
How ‘Bout a Fireplace?
It is also a great idea to put a fireplace at the end of a porch. If there isn’t much of a view outside, then this fireplace will definitely steal the attention of your visitors.
It will be satisfying to build a porch that meets all your requirements. This has to be a place that is comfortable, enjoyable, and a space that evokes conversations and other social activities.
See how much you can allocate for this kind of project. It can be as pricey as a living room project but it will definitely be something worth your budget. A porch project could easily cost $300 for every square foot.
Define the Activities
After evaluating the amount of space that you will allocate for the porch, it’s time to define what kinds of activities will be held in that area. Depending on the amount of space that you have assigned, this place can be a play area for kids, a simple sitting room, or it can also be a breakfast nook. If you live in an area where winters are harsh, then make sure to find furniture that is versatile in these kinds of harsh weathers.
Essential Additions
You need to carefully consider the flooring material that will be used on your porch. Use a rug and allow it to dry when it is not in use. This is so you would prevent mildew from growing. Covered porches, on the other hand, should have jute or sea grass rugs. These can bring color as well as texture to an often dull space.
Humans often create porches so they can have a great view of the outdoors. If there isn’t a picturesque view to enjoy, then consider hanging flowers in urns, basket plants, and planters with green plants. These small additions could make your porch more fragrant and comfy so go ahead and bring ‘em there.
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Friday, April 29th, 2016
Hooker Furniture Living Room Melange Flowered Drum Table
Your outdoor space, without a doubt, is a valuable spot in your home. If you have been thinking for the longest time that it needs a makeover, then it’s high time to go ahead and push through with the patio makeover project. Big or small, it’s time to turn that space into something more alluring –
Choose the Right Table Shape
Look for the right kind of outdoor table. This has to go well with the chair set. Consider an oval-shaped or circular table rather than the usual rectilinear table.
Rounded tables are a lot easier to navigate and are better known to accommodate guests in a jiff. Of course, no one wants to sit in corners when having dinner.
Optimize the Garden Walls
A lot of gardens focus on the ground surface though walls and fences can also be spots for design improvements. Give a renewed purpose to some of your old belongings. For instance, old mailboxes can be reused into planters. This is a great use of space if you have a limited amount of area in your small patio.
Take a look at the top of the garden wall, too. This can feature a unique layer of wood planters. This is a great design project to take on especially when you have a view that you need to block or if you would want added privacy from your prying neighbors.
Take note, though, that you will need carpentry skills to come up with the best looking planters.
The Sound of Nature
It is great if you find out that your patio is blessed with the natural sounds of buzzing bees or some chirping birds. If it does not offer any of these sounds, then you might want to incorporate the sound of falling water.
Have a small fountain installed in the middle of your patio. Landscape projects can also add water features such as ponds and beautiful fountains.
A wind chime would be the perfect addition to your patio if you do not have ample space to accommodate a fountain or a small pond.
Have Some Privacy
The patio, though a part of the outdoors, need not be a public place. Add draperies for sun protection, drama, softness, and above all, some privacy. Drapery panels are most effective in softening the sun’s rays during the morning. They can also provide a level of coziness and privacy. Shift the shades according to your privacy needs.
Sheers are only semi-private and they can soften pergola hard lines. They cannot offer protection from the rain and the sun though they can effectively keep the bugs out. Sheers can also add a different kind of drama as well as romance in your patio.
Sunbrella is an outdoor fabric that you can use for areas that are often exposed to elements – such as your patio. Find panels that come with weighted bottoms so you won’t be running after them during a breezy day. Anchor them to any overhead structure such as the underside of a patio overhang.
String up some lights for a wonderful transformation. The cost could be anywhere from $10 to $175 for every string depending, of course, on the quality of lights.
‘Turning Japanese? String some paper lanterns to complete the look of your new patio. It’s time to personalize this part of your outdoor space. Be creative, unleash your artistic side. Find ways to express your ideas beyond mere potted plants, flowers in vases or shrubbery. If you can, use bottle trees, which are popular garden elements in the south.
You have just made a charming patio – are you ready to invite guests over?
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Tuesday, March 22nd, 2016
FFDM’s Summer Home Collection provides a beautiful set for that perfect cabana. Don’t forget to display a bowl or tray of fresh fruits and some flowers to complete the look.
The pool house is a second house right inside your property. This could house a second kitchen, guest room, spare bedroom for a family member, or a game room. A pool house may just be adjacent to a major structure (your home) but it needs a building permit and a whole range of requirements. This is often a place that is also referred to as cabana though, technically, this is not the proper term to use.
Cabana is a three-sided structure that is roofed and is used to provide privacy right at the pool side. This can be considered a tent or it can be big enough to be built with a permit.
Whether you would want the cabana to be a full-blown pool house or a changing room, perhaps a storage room, the thing that you need to accomplish is the overall landscape. Cabanas are big so they cannot be hidden behind plants or bushes. This can be a part of your property that can improve its market value.
Position It Correctly the First Time
The cabana is big – more often than not – focal point in your backyard. Create a structure that is visually pleasing, one that would harmonize with the rest of your home’s current architecture. You have the leeway to repeat the colors, materials and finishes used on the facade. Your goal is to make the cabana appear like it was created together with the home when it was first constructed. The visual link should be powerful enough so make sure that you install the necessary elements such as outdoor lighting and accents.
Place the cabana right inside the property lines. Create a balance between the cabana and the pool as opposed to the cabana and the property line.
Preserve any plant life or tree in your backyard. Position the cabana so that even the trees of your neighbors will serve as a perfect backdrop for it.
Indoors and Outdoors: A Fusion
Every cabana is a unique place to its owners. The indoor and outdoor spaces could be anything from a fireplace, bar, or a covered patio. It is quite common to find covered patio during hot or rainy seasons. The barbecue place can also be located in a cabana. The more open space it looks, the more that it will become a visual add-on.
Orient Express Furniture Dining Room Vera Dining Chair – Havana Leather 6833.HAV-PA206 is perfect for a relaxing cabana.
Design Smorgasbord
Cabana can be symmetrical where both sides show equal parts of the beautiful landscape design. Pairing the plants is also a good way of creating symmetry in your design.
A curvilinear layout is a design that makes use of three or more elements. Say no to even pairings here as oddity is the key.
The cabana can also be screened allowing for outdoor living minus the mosquitoes. It can also be a place for entertainment. For those who want extra storage, then this will serve as a room for gardening supplies and equipment. Just make sure that you make the entryway large enough so that you can easily bring in (and out) the supplies that you need.
Consider also what you would want as your cabana view. The outdoors offer versatility and style that you can play with especially when you have a creative mind. Say no to a boring backyard. Now, the cabana can provide practical uses but it can also be a stylish focal point.
Do you want an outdoor dining area? This isn’t just another picnic table by the poolside. You can get creative by adding the right dining set. For a more put-together look, use luxury linens and drapes.
Lastly, the cabana can be the ultimate relaxation spot. Just set up a simple bedding, even a hammock, and tranquility is yours for the taking!
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Saturday, February 20th, 2016
FFDM Harbor Spring Collection features this dining set that’s perfect for the patio.
If you are given a chance to choose between a patio or a deck, which one would you want? The patio is a courtyard that is not necessarily surrounded by walls. It can be attached to a house or detached from it. The patio is versatile as it can take on any shape or be built with different materials. You can find a patio made with concrete, tiles, stone, pebbles, or rocks.
Many patios are installed on a concrete slab or a pebble base. And since they are built at ground level, they do not need to have safety railings.
When you have a landscape that comes with different plant textures and types, then you don’t have to worry about adding more patterns. Take it easy, what you need is just a visual relief which can contrast the scenic view already offered by nature. Interesting furniture should provide that needed contrast.
If your patio is shielded from the harsh elements, unluckily, it is also shielded from the breezes that come during the summertime. A pergola or a roof overhead can protect the ceiling fan that you will install. This can drop the temperature during the summer season to as much as 10 degrees. You can also outfit the ceiling fan with light so you can have a little illumination during the evenings.
For homes that have limited backyard space, set up a screened seating area for the family. This should give you with a private space where the prying eyes of neighbors will not reach. There are other visually pleasing ways to gain some privacy. You can install an attractive fence, plant tall trees, or have a hedgerow.
Outdoor lighting comes with different functions. It can ensure safety on the walkways or provide a cozy ambience as the sun goes down. Lighting should therefore be a crucial part of your patio design. Pendant lighting would be nice above a dining area. It will provide a cozy feeling during those intimate dining moments with the family.
Bricked or paved patio that ends suddenly will not pair well with a larger landscape. Rather, you can transition materials then reinforce a link between the two. Pavers can provide the needed pathway from the lawn to the patio. Containers and mulch subtly segue to the planted spaces.
One excellent way to create gentle borders in your patio is to use tall trellises. They can also be the home for your flowering vines. Just check out the area’s lighting condition so that the vines won’t disrupt the illumination.
The fragrant scent of the vine will even attract the attention of passersby. Closer slats on your trellises will create a denser border for your flowering vine.
Consider borders such as different sizes of stones to separate the seating and eating areas. Red bricks can be used to define the dining area. Stone floors may also transition to stone borders that surround the patio. These can also be built to a certain height that can be used for seating.
The front yard is a curious spot to put a patio in but you can actually take advantage of this space. Decorate the area properly and you will have a lovely spot to engage with your neighbors or visitors. A planted bed can transition to the lawn.
Decorative elements can be used in a patio especially when the space is protected from the elements. For those who embrace an eclectic style, then the decor should be mainly wood, with a touch of metals, and it should use the colors of nature.
A single use patio may be too limiting for large families. You can also use the patio as your home bar. Shop for the right bar table and chairs, add bottles of wine and other liquor and you’re good. This can also be your breakfast nook.
Cap your patio design with a birdbath or a small fountain to ensure visual delight.
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