HOME d e s i g n + s t y l e
The Great
Outdoors
Living in the South comes with
wonderful advantages like having
friendly neighbors, sipping sweet tea,
and being able to enjoy the outdoors for
a good portion of the year due to mild
temparatures and sunny days. Outdoor
living has naturally found its niche in
our warm climate, but the pandemic
forced us all to reevaluate how we use our space at
home. Inspirational ideas from HGTV and Pinterest and
a recession that have also helped shape a trend toward
outdoor living that has blossomed into a multi-million
dollar industry. Today, the retail market offers a multitude
of innovative products that help us stretch out the seasons
and create outdoor spaces that are as comfortable as any
well-designed family room.
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When creating an outdoor space for your family to
enjoy, think of the design as a continuation of your existing
home minus the walls and traditional heat and air conditioning.
Here are a few tips to help you get started:
START AT THE BOTTOM
Outdoor rooms don’t typically have walls, so one way to
define an outdoor living space is to start by adding a rug.
A rug anchors and defines the area as a space to stop and
relax. Rugs are available in a variety of colors and patterns
that compliment your interior spaces, just make sure to
choose one that’s made of material, like polypropylene, that
will withstand the elements and can be easily cleaned.
CREATING A STYLISH RETREAT
IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD