Outdoor Living – Landscape Design for style and comfort

April 30, 2013

Great landscape design draws you outside, into it. The trends we have reported here prove that if you build it, they will come outside. Outdoor living trends, the rise of the outdoor living room, and fully equipped kitchens replacing the charcoal BBQ grill on the patio are the proof. But along with the form and function of these new spaces think about extending the time you can spend there in comfort.

When the sun is beating down at midday you will want shade to relax in. In the evening when the sun is lower, you’ll want to shield your eyes from those last rays of the day.

• Shade sails, a contemporary approach to sun control are almost sculptural and can transform areas that are otherwise unusable because of the heat. They can be secured over part of a pool so even the very fair can swim, relax, and read in the pool without worrying about getting too much sun.
• Outdoor drapes in weather-resistant textiles are a simple, but dramatic way to block direct sunlight and bring a bit of privacy to your porches and patios.
• Simple solutions include adjustable patio umbrellas, available in several sizes and shapes, in a vibrant array of colors and patterns.
• A cantilever umbrella works better for seating areas, where the base is out of the way and the umbrella lifts and pivots for comfort and control.
• You can also find pieces that double as an umbrella stand/side table combination.

If you are looking for similar solutions to increase the comfort of your outdoor space, we will be happy to help you. We believe that your outdoor space should be the most comfortable room of the house. We don’t just change your landscape, we change your lifestyle.