SPECIAL HOME IMPROVEMENT SECTION
DECKS & OUTDOOR LIVING: Open-Air Luxury
The outdoors continues its rise as the unofficial second living room. In 2026, major trends include:
• Composite and bamboo-based decking that’ s low-maintenance and long-lasting
• Retractable walls and oversized sliding glass doors for seamless indoor – outdoor flow
• Statement fire features that anchor evening gatherings
• Weatherproof kitchenettes for seasonal entertaining
Homeowners are creating immersive environments where morning coffee and sunset dinners feel like a mini-vacation.
LANDSCAPING REIMAGINED: Regenerative and Edible Gardens
The landscapes are beautiful because they’ re functional, and functional because they’ re ecological. Sustainability is no
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