place for IoT devices, elevating risk for security breaches. It’ s important to always authenticate your devices with unique usernames and passwords.
OUTDOOR
Outdoor trends for 2018 are focusing on using nature to nurture. From flower gardens and modern green spaces to reflection pools and water features, outdoor spaces are bringing serenity to your home. Create an outdoor living area that calls you in with cushioned sectionals, accent pillows and outdoor rugs that are inviting and functional. Add a focal piece such as a fireplace or fire pit to add warmth and a relaxing ambiance to the space.
• Patios that add style: When choosing your concrete style, less is more. Paving in sections allows you to add interest to the space. Whether it’ s using a combination of concrete and grass, or concrete and gravel, add depth and dimension by varying shapes or sizes of concrete sections.
• Back decks get a facelift: Decks are getting a lot of love and attention this year with more people wanting to spend their time entertaining outdoors. Add multiple levels to a deck to create separate spaces for dining, cooking, and relaxation. No room for adding on to your deck? Get the same effect by grouping different types of furniture together to create distinction between the spaces. Water features are also making a splash this year. Small whimsical fountains have a calming flow of water to bring serenity to any area. Looking for more? Create your own outdoor spa, with a hot tub integrated into your deck design.
• Trends in landscaping: With homeowners spending more time outside, ambiance is important. Whether you have a sprawling lawn or a quaint space for outdoor living, creating a welcoming space can be easy. Smaller areas should make use of multipurpose features, such as container combinations, arranging multiple plants into one pot to add interest and depth. No grass? Add green to the space with a plant wall and
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