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Having an outdoor room is like getting to have your cake and eat it too. Furnishing a protected outdoor space — whether that's a covered terrace, a pavilion, a loggia or a cabana — lets you enjoy the fresh air with all... more »
If your patio is not inviting, you're unlikely to take full advantage of it. But just one move can completely transform your patio from a boring slab of concrete into an inviting outdoor room. Assess how much time, money and help you have, and figure... more »
by Becky Harris
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The owners of this Toronto townhouse have neighbors on both sides, but they still wanted to take full advantage of their spacious rooftop patio. Privacy was an issue, as was the narrow space, and they wanted to make the outdoor lounge low... more »
If you are looking to make a lasting change in your outdoor space, you can't beat the durability and style of built-in seating. Fresh patio furniture is fabulous, but the right built-in bench, designed to suit your space to a T, can make your patio feel... more »
If you've been working on getting your patio in shape, show it off in the best possible way by choosing the right entrance. This mini guide is designed to get the inspiration flowing, so you can get started building the patio of your dreams.
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I love rock in the garden, but I particularly love gravel and other small rocks. I work them into nearly every design I create for my clients, as well as in my own landscape. Why the love affair with gravel? It serves many purposes, from solving drainage... more »
Enhance those long, leisurely evenings on the patio with the right lighting. From subtle landscape lighting and string lights that cast a soft glow to sconces, pendants and more, these ideas will help spark your imagination and plan that perfect patio.... more »
Have you ever found yourself running back and forth between cooking indoors and cooking outdoors on a warm afternoon? The best way to prevent this from happening is to properly design your outdoor kitchen so that it can function like your indoor... more »
by Alex Jewett
When the weather cooperates, there are few meals more pleasant than those you can enjoy in your own backyard. The fresh air and hot grill have a way of conjuring a vacation mood — even if you are only grilling up a quick weeknight dinner. Get inspired... more »
Pieces from the streets of Philadelphia, inspiration from art nouveau Parisian train stations and barn doors from Amish country come together to connect this historic home to its landscape. Located in Princeton, New Jersey, the property looks as though... more »
by Becky Harris
Dreaming of making over your patio? Start with a solid foundation. Begin your planning process with this quick guide to patio flooring options — estimate costs, get to know the process and learn which materials are primed for your DIY projects (and... more »
As I look outside today I'm noticing that everything is coated in bright yellowish green, and I'm looking forward to the day that the pollen count dips below 4,000 so I can start cleaning it up and enjoying my outdoor space. If your pollen count is lower... more »
by Becky Harris
With advance planning and perhaps a few friends to help (bribe them with dinner out), you can make a big difference in your patio in a single weekend. Arranged from fast and easy (hang lanterns, make a repurposed table) to more time- and labor-intensive... more »
Presented with a blank slate at the back of their house, Australian architects Dominic and Marie Bagnato decided to create an outdoor wonderland for their family. Having a playful... more »
