Dress up your outdoor spaces. This beautiful Michigan garden is casual and comfortable, but carefully chosen pieces and a well-thought out furniture layout give it an air of sophistication. It looks to me like it's in an advertisement for some fabulous European rental villa. I'll take it!
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Having a shady area will help shield the rays of the early morning sun. If you're working on a laptop, you know that the glare of the sun will generally keep you indoors. Try a shady retreat to catch up on your emails and the news.
When is your catch-up time? Morning or night?
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I like the long table for larger parties, as well as the round table for morning breakfasts... love the chaise longuees too! It looks like a very relaxed back yard area... not sure about the gravel rather than grass though.