I've been dreaming for some time now of a change to our outdoor space, specifically our deck and patio area.
I've been looking at many ideas and inspirational photos and dreaming of the changes we could make to our current outdoor space. I like many of the design elements and possibilities, along with the decorating ideas for creating our own outdoor escape. I have long wanted a covered porch where we can enjoy going outside and having a place to sit and relax or dine, even if it's raining, but keeping my outdoor furniture covered up most of the time to protect it does not provide an inviting place to dine, or to go have a sit and enjoy a glass of wine.
We are currently in the planning stages of making this dream a reality!
These inspirational photos of beautiful decks, porches and patios have great design elements for ideas that I would like to include in planning our outdoor escape.
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-The best of both worlds in an outdoor space with covered and open areas.
A ceiling fan adds extra breeze. A speaker tucked into the corner for some tunes is a nice addition too.-
A ceiling fan adds extra breeze. A speaker tucked into the corner for some tunes is a nice addition too.-
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-A deck area and a hardscape area. One for sun, one for shade.-
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-An outdoor fireplace offers a cozy warm place during cooler weather or chilly evenings.-
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-When it's warmer, candles in the fire place are a great idea, and cozy too.-
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-The louvered shutters are a nice way to add shade, and privacy to a space.
The white lightens up the area.-
The white lightens up the area.-
Image source - Southern Living
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-Curtains offer shade and privacy, and could make the space feel a little more intimate.-
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-Two different levels of outdoor living space.-
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-Having a TV outdoors would be great too!
We enjoy watching the games..."Are you ready for some football?"-
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-A mobile table could be moved easily and used in different locations. A
rug could add softness, more color and also match furnishings or cushions.-
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-Having a TV outdoors would be great too!
We enjoy watching the games..."Are you ready for some football?"-
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-A mobile table could be moved easily and used in different locations. A
rug could add softness, more color and also match furnishings or cushions.-
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-I can just imagine having a nice nap or spending the night out here.
Roll down the shades and relax.-
Roll down the shades and relax.-
image source - Southern Living
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Dreaming with great anticipation...
~ Tammy ~
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Dreaming with great anticipation...
~ Tammy ~
