The demand for sustainable and eco-friendly interior design is growing. According to Grand View Research, the 2019 global market size for eco-friendly furniture was valued at $35.2 billion and is expected to rise to $59.82 billion by 2027. Millennials and Generation Z are also showing interest in eco-friendly and vintage furniture.
While some sustainable design projects can be expensive — like residential solar panels — others can be comparatively simple, effective, and inexpensive.
Let’s take a look at some of the strongest trends right now when it comes to sustainable and eco-friendly interior design.
Using materials that can be recycled into other things at the end of their lifecycle is a great way to get more use out of things like metals, glass, and plastics.
Recycled Metal – Recycling metal reduces pollution and saves energy and is used widely today. Recycled metal can be used to create everything from artwork, to light fixtures to furniture.
Bio-Glass – Bio-glass is bio-degradable and is used for a variety of interior purposes including countertops, work surfaces, flooring and walls.
Cork is a green material known for high sustainability & recyclability. Instead of cutting down cork trees, the bark is stripped and the tree continues to grow, producing years and years of harvestable cork.
Recycled Plastic – Reusing waste plastic reduces water pollution. It is often used to make outdoor furniture, rugs, and other waterproof items.
Jute is an affordable natural fiber used to make a variety of textiles, from burlap sacks to rugs. An efficient source of renewable material, Jute grows quickly and can grow to a harvestable size in 4-6 months.
Bamboo – Bamboo is one of the most sustainable sources of material due to it’s fast growth rate. Bamboo is also is 100% biodegradable, and has antibacterial properties.
The Riot area rug is constructed of wool and luxurious recycled sari silk, in a captivating trellis design.
The Galahad chandelier is impressive and stylish, with recycled glass discs that are attached by hand.
The Side Show table side table is made entirely of rusted patina steel with a recycled rubber top.
Vintage & Antique Furniture
These days, people are looking at antique furniture as a way to shop locally and keep furniture out of landfills. While there are plenty of “new” furniture options out there, a lot of it is cookie-cutter in design. For folks who favor a personalized look, I highly recommend using antique and vintage home furnishings in your design plan.
Think of antique furniture as an investment. Not only do antiques last longer — after all, they’re built to be passed down through generations — they also hold value, whereas flat-pack, mass-produced furniture does no.
Upgrade Items You Already Own
Toy soldiers are arranged to create a colorful mandala pattern. The figures are set on a canvas behind glass in a black wood frame. D-rings are affixed to the back of the mirror so it is ready to hang right out of the box.
Beginning in 2020, we experienced a global slowdown in manufacturing and shipping, which made it hard to purchase new furniture or home goods in a timely manner. During this time people were also re-evaluating their living spaces and how they functioned and supported their families as they spent more time at home. This need for a comfortable, supportive environment inspired people to find ways to use what they already owned. Interest in refinishing furniture and re-using items in new ways has exploded in the last year and it shows no signs of slowing.
My favorite item to upgrade is wood furniture. It can be sanded, stripped and painted, or stained. You can add moldings to create more interest and change out the hardware to give a whole new look to ordinary-looking items. There are also local artisans who will handle the DIY work for you if that’s not your cup of tea.
The Delilah side table is made of an iron frame with a recycled tire tread as the top.
The Paint Can wall art by Phillips Collection is crafted from recycled paint cans.
The hand-forged banana leaf wall sconce is made of 70% or greater recycled content.
One Space, Many Functions
Do something fun with your bicycle when it’s not working anymore! These old bicycles are given life again in these panels, each one unique to the bicycle it came from.
Along with upgrading furniture during 2020, renters and homeowners alike explored ways to get more use out of singular spaces. With more and more families working and learning from home, it’s important to make sure that your home supports your daily needs. Kitchens are now pulling double-duty as offices, and bedrooms and playrooms have been transformed into places to learn.
Multi-functional spaces are not only necessary these days, but they’re more sustainable — and affordable. Here are a few of my favorite solutions:
Transform your unused closet into workspaces using a few shelves, a coat of paint and an office chair.
Open floor plans can be seperated using folding screens, sliding screens or open bookshelves.
Consider trading out single beds for bunk beds or day beds. The extra space you gain can be used for activities like exercise, reading, gaming or doing school work.
The Haru screen is made of walnut and fully finished, allowing placement anywhere in a room.
The Sundara screen is made of recycled materials including rattan and mahogany.
The Pharmacy Rack is made from recycled aged pine and framed in hand-hammered industrial steel.
Sustainable, eco-friendly design is attainable, practical, and stylish. You can even start with what you already own! I hope a few of the trends that are emerging will encourage you to explore how sustainable design can be incorporated into your own home.
In my next post, we’ll talk about the future of Minimalism, which utilizes clean lines, distinct shapes, and high-quality art and design pieces.
Until then,
Laura
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The chair is perhaps the oldest, most utilized, and most functional piece of furniture that we humans have invented. No matter how much space you have in your home, you always have room for a chair. Chairs are often overlooked when considering furnishings. After all, they only seat one person and tend to be an afterthought or a one-off impulse purchase. Chairs usually get stuck in a corner with a side table and a lamp — not quite the inspiring setting in which to read a book or to chat with a friend.
I’d like to encourage you to think of a chair as a statement piece — a way to elevate your space and add some interest through different shapes, silhouettes, patterns, and textures. Also, consider how you want to use your chair. Do you like to curl up and lounge? A wide chair or a chair-and-a-half might be a good choice. If you often host parties, low-profile swivel chairs don’t obstruct conversations and guests can choose where to focus their attention.
Let’s explore a few of my favorite styles!
The Wingback Chair
The wingback chair is named for the tall “wings” attached to the back of the chair. This chair was originally designed in the 1600s and has remained mostly unchanged. The design served to shield occupants from drafts from behind while trapping heat from a fireplace. These days we don’t use them for their intended purpose, but they are still popular for their unique vertical shape and mix of wood and upholstery. This style is often used in living rooms, dining rooms, libraries, and home offices.
The Veronica Indigo Chair exhibits grandness and minimalism at once. The mahogany frame is finished in Harlow silver, with thin ribs of detailing outlining its arms and back. Ample padding makes it as comfortable as it is chic.
The Club Chair
The Club Chair is essentially an armchair with high arms that are padded, creating an enclosed, enveloped feeling. This style — also known as a smoking chair — was created around 1929 in France and soon became a staple in gentleman’s social clubs around the world. The Club Chair is traditionally covered in leather but rich upholstery fabrics are also appropriate. This style works well when paired with a side table, or in a media or theater room. Club Chairs can also be used in living rooms, libraries, studies, or home offices.
Covered in distressed black top-grain leather and mounted on a smooth swivel base of weathered oak, the Maxx Swivel Chair is a modern take on the classic library chair.
The Armchair
Armchairs are the most recognizable style — a cushioned, comfortable chair with arm support on each side. Armchairs are ideal for bookreading An armchair is a comfortable, cushioned chair with a support on each side, where you can rest your arms while you sit. Armchairs are often confused with accent chairs, and it is true that armchairs can be accent chairs, and accent chairs can be armchairs. However, an armchair always has arms; an accent chair may or may not have arms. Armchairs work well in any space and come in various sizes. An armchair with an exposed frame (arms and legs) will feel “lighter” in a space, as opposed to a fully-upholstered armchair that sits low to the floor.
Sculpted arms of drifted oak emerge from shaggy, cream-colored seating of Mongolian fur of the Ashland Armchair.
The Lounge Chair
Lounge chairs are long, low chairs with angled backs that allow for the occupant to recline, either partially or completely. Lounge chairs can be used in both indoor and outdoor spaces, and come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and reclining characteristics. The lounge chair was created in 16th Century France and was known as a chaise lounge, or “lounging chair.” During the Rococo period, the chaise longue became a marker of social status and was used by the wealthy to rest without the need for retiring to the bedroom. Today, lounge chairs complement a variety of decor styles and spaces. They can be found in bedrooms, living rooms, hallways, foyers, and home offices.
The invitingly curved seat of the Chance Lounge Chair is accented with dramatic horizontal channels is covered in soft, camel-colored top-grain leather. Rich, tonal frame captures alluring negative—and positive—spaces.
Fun and Funky Chairs
Sometimes a statement chair is more than a particular style — it is a whole vibe! Whether you choose a traditional style with an updated twist or a unique, custom piece, a statement chair can be just the thing to elevate your space.
Pro Tip: Hanging chairs can be used indoors as well. It creates a fun, unexpected interactive element in your space — and teenagers love it.
The Arch Support Chair features shapely arms crafted of clear acrylic, reminiscent of a chic roadster, while a Champagne Gold finish highlights its custom-designed metal base and legs.
In my next post, we’ll talk about my favorite ways to keep your design choices sustainable, green and eco-friendly.
Until then,
Laura
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Wall art is one of the most important aspects of a design plan. While it’s not necessarily functional, like a sofa or a lamp, artwork imbues your personality into your space and helps tie the design together. Think of wall art as a great piece of statement jewelry — a very personal design element that elevates your look and can make or break your outfit. Artwork, like jewelry, can transform an ordinary space into something extraordinary!
Let’s take a look at a few of my favorite ways to use artwork to punch-up your home.
But first…
Find Your Focal Point
The first thing to do when designing any space is to find your focal point. This is the place where your eye tends to land when you look around a room. This spot can be an architectural focal point such as a fireplace or window, or a focal point that you designate yourself (think armchair and side table or a painted accent wall). An easy way to designate your focal point if you don’t already have one is to use the wall opposite of the room’s entry as the default focal point.
Focal points are necessary for creating a cohesive design; they help ease psychological unease produced by a disjointed space where the eye can not relax and “land.” With a set focal point, you can plan your furniture layout more efficiently while create the right atmosphere for your space.
Art has a unique ability to stir emotions, create connections and foster conversations. Therefore, the artwork that you choose for your home should similarly translate your personality, values, interests, and sense of humor into your space.
For instance, if you’re really into music, consider using framed prints of your favorite artists. Concert posters, whether new or vintage, are another fun way to customize and decorate your space. Like to travel? Use your globe-trotting souvenirs as wall art. And remember — wall art isn’t just framed prints — it can be whatever you like!
When most people think of wall art they think of framed prints or paintings. Don’t forget that wall art also includes other materials like metal, wood, textiles, and mirrors. For instance, you can use a long, narrow painting as a headboard — just hang the artwork high enough so that it clears your bed linens and pillows. If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary, you can mix it up by hanging non-traditional art, like these Molten Wall Discs below.
Molten Wall Discs made from combining molten brass with reclaimed Sheesham wood.
Tips for Hanging Your Artwork
Believe it or not, hanging wall art at the wrong height can make or break your design. Too high and it feels out of reach; too low and the focus is diminished. In general, you want to position your artwork so that the focus — the heart — is at eye level. When planning to hang multiple pieces as a group, hang in odd numbers and use the second (or “middle”) piece as the focal point.
If you’re a renter or just prefer a more casual look, consider leaning your artwork against the wall rather than hanging it. Framed pieces and photos can be grouped together on an entry table, for example. Larger statement pieces — much like oversized mirrors — look great when positioned on the floor behind a table or chair.
Pro Tip: If you want to hang your artwork above furniture like sofas and console tables, the ideal range is between 8- to 16-inches.
This Set Of Three Shadow Box Art, Designed by Grace Feyock, Features Gold Finished Sago Palm Leafs On A Neutral Linen Background With Gold Leaf Frames.
In my next post, we’ll talk about my favorite ways to keep your design choices sustainable.
Until then,
Laura
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The real challenge of designing a small space isn’t the lack of square footage — it is using furniture, rugs, and accessories that are too large or too busy for your space. Any home, no matter the size, can be both beautiful and functional. When you’re decorating a smaller room, the goal is to make it feel more open, bright, and functional without crowding it with large or bulky items. It’s a delicate balance but I’m here to simplify things a bit. Let’s take a look at how to make the most of your small space with my top 5 designer secrets!
#1: Keep The Floor Clear
Keeping pathways and floors free from clutter is the best small-space hack in the book. Look for furniture and fixtures that float off the ground in order to maximize your space. Shelves that double as nightstands, wall sconces in place of floor lamps, and desks that fold against the wall when not in use. Drop-leaf tables are another good solution for small spaces, giving you the flexibility to use as much or as little of the table’s surface as you need. In kitchens and bathrooms, cabinetry can also be mounted to the wall so they float, giving you the feeling of extra space while making the floors easier to clean.
#2: Strategic Use Of Mirrors
Mirrors are such a simple but great tool for fooling the eye, even magicians use them! Mirrors reflect light and create the illusion of a larger space. They can be simple or decorative — the secret is in the placement. Tall floor mirrors look great when placed behind console tables or at the end of a hallway. Mirrors can also be used in place of wall art, or and headboards, and used as a backer for bookshelves. You can also use mirrors that are shaped like windows to create a lighter, brighter atmosphere. Look for mirrors that have beautiful details such as antiquing, arches, and panes.
Bookcases are nice but bookshelves are better because they require zero floor space! The Lowry wall shelf trio is made of stone-flecked white terrazzo and is a great solution for wall storage in small spaces.The Cru round mirror is made of cast aluminum that feels “carved” and is finished in aged bronze. Perfectly sized for entries, bathroom, or living rooms.
#3: Take Advantage of Lighting
Out of all of the tools in a designer’s toolkit, lighting has the greatest impact on a space. Lighting options include more than just lamps, chandeliers, and pendants. Compact track lighting and recessed lights are the perfect way to light a small space because they go almost unnoticed while allowing for the aiming of light on specific surfaces. For instance, track lighting can be used to illuminate ceilings, artwork, cabinetry, and work surfaces simultaneously. In a narrow, long space, placing ceiling lights down the center of the room will only make it feel more claustrophobic. Instead, opt for wall sconces. Their placement on the wall will help lessen the height of the room and make the space appear less cavernous.
Wall sconces are a great alternative to floor and table lamps. Textured and exuding a rustic appeal, The Herringbone Wood Panel Swing Arm Sconce by Regina Andrew evokes an aspirational charm. The aged finish of the herringbone wooden panel pairs perfectly with the blackened iron arm and oatmeal shade.
#4: Choose The Rug That is Just Right
Rugs can make or break the vibe of your entire space. When it comes to choosing rugs, it’s sort of a Goldie Locks and The Three Bears situation. A rug that is too small makes the furniture feel like it’s floating in space. A rug that is too large makes a small space feel even smaller. A rug that is just right, however, will enhance your space and complete your decorating vision.
In a living room, area rugs should be large enough for you to place at least the front legs of your furniture on the edge of the rug. For a home office, consider placing a rug under your desk and chair rather than in the center of the room. This placement will anchor your space and make your working area the focal point. If you’re having trouble finding the right area rug for your small bedroom, consider using two rectangular runners and place them along both sides of the bed. You’ll achieve the look of a full-size area rug at a fraction of the price. If you opt for an area rug that covers almost the entire room, measure the room and choose a rug that will allow a little bit of floor to show around the perimeter of the room.
When it comes to color and pattern, the choices you make are equally important. If your walls and furnishings are light/neutral, consider a patterned rug to add some interest. Stripes are an especially helpful pattern that can be used to widen or lengthen a room, depending on the direction of the stripes. If your space is very colorful or has dark floors and dark furniture, a solid rug in a neutral color is your best bet.
Pro Tip: For spaces with heavy foot traffic choose durable cotton, polyester, or wool rugs. While natural fibers like seagrass, sisal, and jute are beautiful, they are more fragile and require more care. Avoid using natural fiber rugs in high-traffic areas or in spaces like offices, where wheeled chairs can crush and shred the fibers.
This hand-woven rug of cotton blend offers global inspiration and rich texture. The asymmetric line pattern offers a fresh take on the traditional kilim rug.
#5: Double-Duty Furniture
Small spaces get a bad rap for being — small. In my experience, designing for small spaces is a way to challenge my creativity and provide clients with clever solutions. Furniture that folds, flips and tucks away gives you the flexibility to accommodate overnight guests and host parties, or just to have more space at your disposal. Murphy beds are a popular solution for dual-purpose spaces, like a bedroom that also serves as a home office. Other smart furniture solutions include wall-mounted folding desks, collapsable console tables, and bookshelves that transform into full-size dining tables. If you’re designing a small bedroom for children to share, consider using bunk beds. They can be found in various bed sizes and configurations, including twin over twin, twin over full, triple bunks, trundles, and L-shaped double bunks that sleep up to four kids.
Secretaries and roll-top desks are compact solutions for bedrooms and home offices. This Sea Island Secretary is handcrafted from the finest mahogany. The exquisite skills to create this piece feature distressing, dry-brushing, and antiquing.
In my next post, I’ll explain how selecting the right wall art for your home is the key to creating a beautifully authentic space. From custom pieces by local artists to art prints that can be ordered online, I’ll explain how to get an expertly curated look that expresses your personality in unique and fun ways.
Until then,
Laura
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One of the easiest ways to upgrade a ho-hum home is through the clever use of architectural elements. Details like textured walls, detailed ceilings, and interesting archways infuse charm and personality into otherwise ordinary spaces. Whether you rent or own, there are many ways to enhance your home and make a statement with architectural elements.
Painted Ceilings and Doors
Paint is an easy way to change up your space. Whether you opt for bright pops of color or a neutral color scheme, paint is a relatively inexpensive way to make a big impression. Paint isn’t just for walls, however. Consider painting ceilings and doors as well! A painted ceiling in a small powder bath will make the room appear taller and more spacious. For impact, choose a bold or contrasting color on the ceiling. To create a more subtle interest, choose either a shade darker or a shade lighter the wall color.
Moldings and Chair Rail
Detailed trim work and moldings are great ways to add texture to your walls and ceilings. An arched doorway is enhanced with the addition of trim and corbels. Adding baseboards, chair rail and crown molding to a builder-grade home create instant personality. Trim and moldings come in a variety of budget-friendly materials from wood to PVC. Intricate, thick crown molding can also be “faked” by using a combination of paint and smaller trim pieces.
Architectural Lighting
Lighting is often overlooked as an architectural element but it’s one of my favorites! From lamps to chandeliers, lighting fixtures serve a dual purpose — form and function — and with a little creativity, they can also be the focal point in your space. For recessed lighting, consider replacing the standard white trim package with a metal-like antiqued bronze or polished brass. Chandeliers become statement pieces with the addition of a ceiling medallion.
Drawing inspiration from the natural world, the Ramya Pendant is a muse for organic design. Blending rich textures with a modern silhouette, this unique lighting fixture exudes an exotic botanical look. Each individually-cut coconut shell is dyed in rich black and is finished with wide hoop links that are wrapped in smaller coconut beads, dyed to complement the shade.
Wallpaper
Wallpaper and wallcoverings provide both homeowners and renters with colorful, textured solutions for ordinary walls. There are many options on today’s market — including removable vinyl wallpaper! Wallpaper and wallcoverings can be used in any room and provide an especially impressive impact in small spaces such as home offices and powder baths. A versatile decorating tool, wallpaper can be used inside closets, on ceilings, and on the backs of bookshelves and pantries. If the thought of a fully-wallpapered room is intimidating, create an accent wall instead. It’s an easy way to inject some excitement into your space without going overboard.
Pro Tip: While wallcoverings are made of heavier, textured materials like woven textiles and grasscloth, wallpaper is made from actual paper which naturally is less durable but also less expensive. Wallcoverings are also sold in longer lengths and therefore, will have fewer seams and less waste. Despite their differences, both are viable design solutions for a wide range of styles, from fun and funky to stately and traditional.
Replicating the distressed appearance of aged, hand-painted watercolors, the Free Flowing Wallpaper in Blue is printed in varying, complementary shades with simulated textures adding stunning detail. SureStrip backing is thoughtfully added for paste-free application and easy removal.
Furniture With Character
Never underestimate furniture’s ability to create architectural interest! Most people primarily think of comfort and function when it comes to furniture but they’re missing out on a major opportunity to infuse charm and personality into their home through their furniture’s details. Adding intricate trim or furniture-style legs to a kitchen island transforms it from a utilitarian work surface to a custom piece of furniture. Sofas become pieces of art when their silhouettes and structures are highlighted with turned legs and bun feet. Metal-framed armchairs provide a modern edge to an otherwise traditional living room. Side tables made of stone make a strong statement both indoors and out. The next time you are furniture shopping, pay special attention to the details including the legs, backs, seats, arms, and feet. Do any of their shapes mimic shapes already present in your space? Do any of the shapes contrast? Considering these details in relation to your home is a great way to broaden your style palate.
The Double Date Wingback Settee is specially designed for making a statement. Its winged high-back design provides an embracing comfort. Distinctive wood trim details the elegant shape of this piece, finished off by delicate ferrule tips.
In my next post, I’ll discuss a problem area for many people: the small space. Small spaces get a bad rap but they’re truly one of my favorites to design because they’re challenging and require outside-of-the-box thinking. I’ll show you how to get the most out of your small space without sacrificing your style, function and budget.
Until then,
Laura
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The term “living space” can be expanded to include more than just the rooms inside your home — it should include your available outdoor space, too. If there’s one thing we’ve learned from 2020, it’s that we miss gathering with friends and family to celebrate life in ways both big and small. Our living spaces are now the place where we live, work, go to school, play, and relax. After spending a year at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, folks are re-thinking how — and where — they live.
Creating An Outdoor Space You’ll Love Is As Easy As One, Two, Three
The three most important components of building a comfortable outdoor living space are found in style, function, and comfort. Whether you’re creating an outdoor dining room or a cozy study nook, these three concepts combined are the key to a harmonious design.
1.) Style
Style is different for everyone. Some people like very modern designs with straight lines and bold colors. Others may be more traditional and prefer lots of patterns in soft neutrals. To create a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces, try to use a similar color palette and style as is used in your home. If you’re looking for a style upgrade, the emerging trends for 2021 and beyond include rattan and wicker furniture, natural fabrics and recycled materials.
Based on time-honored Mayan hammock weaving technology the Acapulco lounge chair is an indoor/outdoor lounge chair that unifies tradition with innovation and harmonizes the function of ergonomic comfort with retro-modern aesthetic form.
2.) Function
The function of your space is important and requires a lot of consideration. A well-planned space will give you the flexibility to grow and evolve with your family’s needs. If you enjoy cooking and entertaining, consider creating an outdoor kitchen and dining area. If relaxing with a good book and a glass of iced tea is more your speed, perhaps you’d like an intimate seating area. Remote working and learning are now quite common — consider creating a comfortable area where all members of the family can charge devices, laptops and get a breath of fresh air while they tackle their tasks.
The substantial and comfortable Leroy Sofa features wide planks of washed brown teak and UV-resistant and water-repellent Sunproof fabric — perfect for every member of the family (including pets).
3.) Comfort
The final component of a good design equation is comfort. Now, more than ever, people are searching for things that bring comfort into their lives. Comfort can be found in soft cotton throws and deep lounge chairs that you can sink into for the evening. Comfort also comes in other forms like warm colors, rich woods, and luxurious candles. Comfort can also be a simple hammock strung between two trees. Whatever you choose, a comfortable space should be a sanctuary for you and your family.
Bohemian meets elevated comfort in the Dana Linen Rope Collection. Intricately woven and well balanced, this artisanal collection creates a fresh, relaxed, and textured look.
Outdoor Living Trends For 2021 And Beyond
Now that we’ve discussed the three most important components of creating an outdoor space that your family will enjoy for years, let’s talk about some of the emerging trends for Outdoor Living in 2021 and beyond.
Year-Round Gathering – Homeowners are enhancing their outdoor gathering spaces with upgraded seating, fire pits, heaters, and fireplaces. Having a usable outdoor space for entertaining friends and family is now a must-have.
Bring warmth and ambiance to your outdoor space with the Natural Log Rectangle Outdoor Fire Table. Modern and user-friendly, there is no hookup to propane or gas lines required. Simply use firewood or disposable gel fuel canisters and gather ‘round for hours of conversation and laughter with family and friends.
A Desire for Privacy – In 2021, people are shifting many aspects of daily living activities to the outdoors. Whether you’re relaxing, exercising, or having a family dinner, a private space now ranks at the top of the list for home buyers. Options for creating privacy in your yard include fencing, large plants and trees, pergolas and gazebos, and all-weather drapery.
The Outdoor Office – Over the last year, remote working and learning have become a necessary part of life. Having the option of a secondary workspace gives your and your family freedom to work and learn where they’re most comfortable. A change of scenery can help reduce stress and improve concentration. Consider upgrading your WiFi for outdoor access and adding extra electrical outlets to your deck, patio, or porch. Consider installing an outdoor TV or Bluetooth speakers for a fully-connected experience.
Plants With A Purpose – The COVID-19 pandemic has made us rethink what we’re getting out of our gardens. Vegetable gardens, container gardening and composting all grew in popularity in 2020, and for good reason. Growing your own food can be fun, educational and delicious! If you don’t have space for a traditional garden, you can use pots and planters to grow fruits, vegetables and herbs on your patio.
Grow your favorite plants in style! This hand-crafted Stoneware Planter features a reactive glaze and holes to add rope for hanging.
I hope I have inspired you to take advantage of your usable outdoor space! Transforming your patio, deck, or porch into a place where you can relax, rejuvenate and maybe even get some work done can be simple, with the proper planning. Just keep the Style + Function + Comfort equation in mind and you’ll have a family-friendly, flexible outdoor space that everyone can enjoy.
In my next post, I’ll discuss how to use architectural elements to enhance your home.
Until then,
Laura
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