Special section: HOME DESIGN TRENDS: INSPIRED UPGRADES
Indoor-Outdoor
Connectivity
Decked Out
Your living space doesn’t have to be
contained within the four corners of your
home. Discover the flow of open-concept
living that expands from beyond the kitchen
and den and into the great outdoors.
Creating an all-in-one space—where there
is an indoor-outdoor connectivity—is
more on trend than ever. From a design
perspective, you can start at the door with
a grand entrance. If you don’t already have
a suitable entryway, consider building
French-style doors that lead onto your
deck. You want the outdoor space in your
home to transform into another living room
with the addition of a few key pieces and
accessories.
Start from the floor up and begin
sectioning off areas to create more interest
and to give the illusion of more space.
The easiest way to accomplish this is with
area rugs. A natural jute rug is one of the
most outdoor-friendly styles you can use. From here, you can position a decorative table
and accessorize by placing lanterns and potted plants along its center. Grouping chairs and
ottomans together to build cozy nesting spots is an easy way to add comfort to the outdoors.
One of the most popular outdoor furniture materials is wicker, especially paired with chic
cushions. Others include wood, resin, sling and metal. Each one is a great option in terms of
durability and affordability. Beyond the design and texture you can create outdoors, you can
build on bringing the inside out with lighting, entertainment and music. n
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