May Edit- Outdoor Living
Is it true? Is it time we cautiously extend our living into the great outdoors? This month as the sun starts to warm up, my mind is definitely on what’s happening in outdoor décor & design and how to make the most of our short season.
Brown Design Group - Montecito Family Home
First up, major inspiration is found in this family home in Montecito, CA. Multiple spaces are defined for cooking, dining and lounging by the fire, all surrounded by beautiful hard landscaping and thoughtful planting. The yard is designed in a truly laid back manner, allowing a somewhat “wild” feel in the yard all the while the paying homage to the architectural style of the home.
Two words.
Plunge pool.
Yes please.
Small footprint, less expensive to build and heat, easier to incorporate into your landscape plans. Sounds perfect.
Ok, so if a plunge pool isn’t in the budget for this year, may we suggest a standing heater lamp?
Perfect for chilly evening alfresco dining and super stylish.
This beautiful residential project in Tulum, Mexico is absolutely stunning. An abundance of warm tones, white stone and natural materials effortlessly combine the indoors and outdoors. Click on the link to see even more stunning design.
This is one of the images included in the book “The Art of Outdoor Living: Gardens for Entertaining Family and Friends” by exterior designer Scott Shrader. In this image, the abundance of cozy seating surrounded by greenery creates the perfect private sanctuary.
Imagine yourself in Provence enjoying a lovely dinner, on this wisteria draped patio accompanied by the aroma
of nearby lavender fields…. ahhhh. Happy May!