After months of cooler (or, downright cold) temperatures, I can't wait to break out with my outdoor patio decorations for the warmer season. But, though spring is definitely upon us, the evenings can still be a bit too cool to linger. While sidewalk restaurants can call on portable heaters, they're still on the more cost-prohibitive side. (And not exactly pretty to look at.) The better option: A backyard fire pit, which adds warmth, light and atmosphere to any outdoor area.
A batik-print umbrella and oversize woven furniture make a simple but stylish statement. A ceramic garden stool creates a space-saving side table on the petite patio.
Coastal blues and greens—from cozy pillows to a graphic rug—create a lively color scheme for this outdoor room. Two oversize hanging swings offer a scenic spot for an afternoon nap.
No other room offers the feng shui potential that the outdoor room does. When it comes to feng shui, no other room can compare to this particular room.
A dining nest or outdoor room doesn't have to be a grand affair. A simple table and chairs, a small draping of blue, and walls on two sides create a quiet, contemplative spot for morning coffee and afternoon tea.
Just because you don’t have a good offer space in your outside garden, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy beautiful garden design. It simply means that you have to rethink your garden decorating scheme to accommodate a more compact scale. No matter what size outside space you have, you can create a beautiful oasis to enjoy throughout the seasons.
