Outdoor Design

Take it outside

FOR SOME TIME NOW, INDOOR-OUTDOOR LIVING has been a popular concept. And although the idea has been around for a while, in recent years it has become about more than just a table and chairs in the garden — it’s about creating a beautiful space outside that is just as attractive and well coordinated as the inside of your house.

Outdoor spaces are now seen as an extension of the home — hence the phrase “outdoor room”. This means that decor and design are just as important outdoors and the current crop of furniture reflects this. Even the smallest of spaces can be an outdoor oasis with some thoughtfully chosen pieces that match the size and style of the space available.

Under the sun

Gone are the days of faded wooden settings and peeling cane

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