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In metropolitan areas with a dense population, private outdoor spaces come at a premium.  Although there may be a large rooftop garden or pool deck, some apartment or condo buildings offer a small balcony for private use. Even without an expansive, lush yard with a deck, a balcony or terrace can still become your outdoor oasis.

When shopping for new furniture, customers hear the terms “modern” and “contemporary” thrown out often. Although these descriptive words carry much of the same connotations, they each bear minor differences that can greatly affect how a set of furniture can turn out. When used to describe furniture, these words form the foundation for how the furniture should start to look. A minor deviation in the direction that these words go pave the way for any particular set of furniture to appear completely unrelated.

Where does the time go? The holiday season is already upon us! (Yikes!) Now that Halloween has come to an end, the time has come to start planning your family gatherings.

Have you completed your outdoor space or is something still missing? While outdoor seating and tables are the pivotal components of your outdoor symphony, sometimes accessories are needed to complete the entire performance. Here are a few suggestions for that extra touch that can fine-tune your backyard ensemble. 

On a hot summer day, don’t escape into the air-conditioned house. You’ve waited all winter to spend time outside. Patio covers, umbrellas, or cabanas are a great way to add shade to your outdoor space and make sure you stay cool. Let’s take this a step further and discover the science behind summer shade.

If the short, gray days of winter are giving you cabin fever, lift your mood by planning your Springtime outdoor living activities. Escape a dreary afternoon by daydreaming of a lively backyard with new outdoor furniture and accoutrements that all your friends and family will admire!

The patio is not just a place to grill, it is an extension of your home. Make your stamp on the patio, just as you did indoors, and proudly claim your unique outdoor space. Your location, personal style, and budget affect how you make your patio your own, but these areas are where your designs will make your biggest statement.

A swimming pool adds value to any home, provides a fun activity for friends and family, and allows homeowners to extend their style to the yard. Ditch the traditional look and feel of a backyard pool by exhibiting your creative side and adding function and appeal to the pool deck.

Nothing says winter like a warm log cabin on a snowy day. For a select few, however, a log cabin is a daily dream. This unique architecture requires a rustic style of furniture and décor.

Sunrooms, patios, and California Rooms allow for leisurely living outdoors with the warmth and comfort of the indoors. These spaces increase a house’s livable square footage with less construction costs than a fully furnished room. There are many items to consider when designing an outdoor room.