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Make room for kids and grown-ups. A unique design like the combo bench and table shown here can provide a perch for adults sipping wine just as easily as it can play host to toddler tea parties.
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A pair of French bulldogs enjoy the patio of a Mediterranean-style home in Northern California.Designer: Jane Ellison
6. Make room for kids and grown-ups. A unique design like the combo bench and table shown here can provide a perch for adults sipping wine just as easily as it can play host to toddler tea parties.
If you have built-in seating, try adding cushions in bold colors. Your children will spend more time in the yard if they're comfortable, and choosing an outdoors-friendly fabric like Sunbrella will ensure that the cushions will last for years to come.
Others prefer the more leisurely pursuits.6 Ways to Help Your Dog and Landscape Play Nicely Together
The low-maintenance and accessibility theme extends from the landscape to the hardscape. Outdoor dining is synonymous with Southern California living. When the temperature rises, move your meals to the patio. Every night can feel like eating out at the local restaurant that always serves your favorite meal.
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4. 地域で新しい友情が芽生える犬を飼うようになって、友達が増えたり、近隣の人々とのコミュニケーションの機会が増えました。近所に住む、他の飼い主の方たちと自然と仲良くなり、今では犬の散歩とは別に、お互いの家やお店で食事や飲み会を楽しむようにもなっています。子供が地元の学校に通っている家庭では、学校関連の行事などで地域や近所付き合いもありますが、学校が遠かったり、一人暮らしや夫婦だけの二人暮らしだと、そういった付き合いはなかなか難しいもの。犬をきっかけに近所や地域の人々との交流ができ、自分が住むエリアの情報を耳にすることも増えました。
Photos in Indian Valley Road Novato CA
Jane Ellison