Here’s the back porch with a cozy spot for my clients to relax in while their son plays in the backyard. Outdoor teak lounge chairs are anchored by a lovely outdoor rug. A cool blue paint color scheme ties the whole space together.

Another view of the lower deck at our Queen Anne Outdoor Project, taken in late summer when the leaves were just beginning to change colors. Once the rains start, the furniture covers will get taken out of storage and a huge umbrella will give added protection from the rains. For the time being, we...