Deborah Krasner, author of The New Outdoor Kitchen, shares some practical tips for creating an outdoor environment that "matches our homes in quality, style, performance, and attractiveness," in a recent article in Elle Decor. She makes 3 wonderful points we'd like to share, as featured in Elle Decor: Recognize a Good Area: "Consider choosing the spot... [Read more...]
"The Outdoor Living bug" has bit the editors of design publication Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, and we're loving the fresh-from-market outdoor products they've selected for their readers with a well-trained eye. From hand-blown glass bird feeders to an inexpensive but luxurious-looking lounger from Ikea, here are a few of their favorites finds for the outdoor-minded. Longing... [Read more...]
Outdoor Living Trends for 2010: Back to Basics
Posted on March 23, 2010 By eralls (Edit) Leave a Comment
According to a recent survey by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), homeowners are still spending on outdoor living, but they are forgoing many of the bells and whistles (think sport courts, showers and outdoor TVs) in favor of focusing on the basics (dining and seating areas, grills, lighting, firepits and fireplaces). Other outdoor living... [Read more...]