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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
succulents, requiring little maintenance
and minimal space. Have a lot of space
to work with? Think about planting
many of the same type of plant to
create a community garden. This way
you’ll only need to manage one type of
plant, rather than tend to the distinct
needs of several types.
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