Patio Inspiration

FREE IMAGES Where we live, it's not uncommon for the deck to be off the second story and there be an open space or patio with a walk out basement. What to do with that open space can be a struggle for many!

Here are a few ideas to get you inspired to use that extra space instead of wasting it:

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One of the most common reasons for it to not be used is because it's constantly shaded and depending on when the sun gets around to it, sometimes it's just plain dark and dingy. Adding a fireplace can make this unused space a go to for some warmth and comfort. This will also extend the life of your outdoor space!

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Screen it in! Keep the bugs out and enjoy some shade for a change. This will also open up the choices you can make decorating and furniture wise for the space!

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Make it a party space! Set it up for some great gatherings. This also doubles as a back up plan for outdoor parties in case of rainy weather. 

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Add some storage. Make the space have usable storage for all your outdoor needs. Whether it's under the stairs or along one wall, most outdoor spaces could use a little extra storage. 

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Light it up! Take advantage of the beams and the under side of your deck and make it the ultimate setting. Whether you simply add curtains from the beams and or string lights, this place can go from drab to romantic in minutes. 

Absolutely gorgeous, swoon-worthy rooms

FREE IMAGES So maybe it's not the best idea to pine after homes I will most likely never own, but A. I can't help it, and B. It keeps me motivated to work harder!

But for now, with our wedding 10 DAYS AWAY, I need a little serenity.  Enjoy!

 

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Hranowsky can do no wrong.
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Pretty close to my dream kitchen, except for the open shelving

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Love that this backs up to the woods, and the multiple levels.
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Gorgeous little cottages and escapes

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I have been planning my wedding for over a year and a half now.  My words of advice to the recently engaged - make your engagement as short as possible.  The length of your engagement is in reality the length the wedding planning process takes.  With our wedding on May 24th, planning is almost complete but we are also neck deep in smoothing out the nitty-gritty details that take forever and never seem to end.  I think that couples should also get a honeymoon right before the wedding.  For me, it would be a weekend by myself to regroup and not answer any phones, emails, and definitely not look once at a to-do list or calendar.

Somewhere by the water and very, very isolated would be perfect for me.

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Gorgeous outdoor spaces

FREE IMAGES For all of those who are itching to go outside like me, here's a little eye candy to tide us over! Our backyard and patio need some serious love, but until we recover from our wedding expenses, I'll just have to live with gathering inspiration until we can start making improvements.

I would be out here all day...though everything would be covered in dirty puppy prints...The throw pillows are amazing.
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So private and lush!  I could imagine setting up a temporary outdoor office to enjoy it.
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Love this pond side cabana...
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This country style brings in some of the barn like style I adore. Clever use of a tub as a coffee table base too!

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For small spaces, these built in benches might be the best choice! Throw in a cute table and you've got a perfect setting for some outdoor fun. I also love the idea that these benches could double as storage!

Indoor Outdoor Space

FREE IMAGES I can't wait until it warms up enough to open up the house and use our outdoor space! I saw a few great ideas for including your outdoor space into your home that I love and will be using as inspiration this spring:


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