Tag: Outdoor
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Why Outdoor & Patio Living Has Become Essential Residential Space
American houses are shrinking while homeowner expectations keep growing. Census data shows that the median new-construction footprint has fallen by roughly 8 percent since its 2015 peak, yet surveys by the National Association of Home Builders indicate that more than three-quarters of buyers now rank a “usable outdoor room” among their top design priorities. Architects…
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Why Outdoor & Patio Living Has Become Essential Residential Space
American houses are shrinking while homeowner expectations keep growing. Census data shows that the median new-construction footprint has fallen by roughly 8 percent since its 2015 peak, yet surveys by the National Association of Home Builders indicate that more than three-quarters of buyers now rank a “usable outdoor room” among their top design priorities. Architects…
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Luminis Debuts Ellington Line for Indoor, Outdoor Lighting
Luminis® (www.luminis.com), an established innovator and manufacturer of specification-grade interior and exterior lighting solutions, today released its Ellington by Luminis family of interior and exterior luminaires. The family blends retro and modern design to create a cohesive aesthetic, indoors or out, for a diverse range of design visions and functional needs. Ellington by Luminis continuous…
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Using Vertical Elements to Add Interest to Outdoor Design
When it comes to outdoor design, most people instinctively think in terms of what’s spread across the ground—lush lawns, stone pathways, and garden beds. But there’s an often-overlooked dimension that can transform a basic landscape into a captivating space: height. Vertical elements are not only visually compelling, they’re also deeply functional. Whether you’re designing a…
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The Link Up: Em’s Outdoor Flatware Set ($35 for 6 Settings), Caitlin’s Sturdy Summer Sandals, And A Charcuterie Board We Plan On Having For Dinner
Happy Sunday and happy first day of June! Wow wow, it always gets here so freaking fast. Not too many updates aside from shooting some very important rooms in the river house (yay!), Les wrote his highly anticipated Father’s Day gift guide, and we hope everyone had a good long weekend this past week. Wait,…
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The Link Up: Em’s Outdoor Flatware Set ($35 for 6 Settings), Caitlin’s Sturdy Summer Sandals, And A Charcuterie Board We Plan On Having For Dinner
Happy Sunday and happy first day of June! Wow wow, it always gets here so freaking fast. Not too many updates aside from shooting some very important rooms in the river house (yay!), Les wrote his highly anticipated Father’s Day gift guide, and we hope everyone had a good long weekend this past week. Wait,…
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Backyard Design Trends for Modern Outdoor Living Spaces
Looking to create a remarkable outdoor area? Outdoor living spaces now serve as focal points for modern lifestyles rather than just being home extensions. By applying the right design approach you can develop an outdoor sanctuary that integrates functionality with style and comfort. And here’s the thing… Current backyard design trends focus on developing versatile…
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Great Dupes: Emily’s Favorite Outdoor Pieces
I think I can say that the majority of us love looking at beautiful homes filled with beautiful things that are often outside of our budgets. It’s both aspirational and sometimes a bummer because WE WANT THOSE BEAUTIFUL THINGS TOO. The good news is that there are so many products on the market, including so…
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How We Made Vintage-Inspired Corbels For The Outdoor Kitchen Gazebo
As I was designing this “kitchen gazebo,” I found almost no inspiration that looked and functioned like I wanted ours to look/feel. They were mostly big boxy McMansion-looking Texas-style structures or hexagonal sweet old timey gazebos, but I found almost no images of rectangular covered structures that looked charming and pretty. So I knew that…
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Milwaukee® Introduces New Line of Outdoor Hand Tools
Reinforcing their commitment to landscaping and tree care maintenance professionals, Milwaukee Tool introduces a new lineup of high-performance outdoor hand tools. Addressing common frustrations, such as fatigue and durability, Milwaukee now offers a full range of solutions for the outdoor trades with the introduction of new Outdoor Hand Tools, ensuring professionals have the most reliable…