OUTSIDE INTERESTS
Having designed your new garden, the next step is to turn it into the ideal outdoor living space by selecting the right furniture, lighting, heating, paving, shade, decor and more
Now spring is here and summer is beckoning, it’s the perfect time to take a long, hard look at your outdoor living spaces. Is the furniture comfy and stylish? Is it fit for purpose? Does it complement your garden design or interior decor? If the answer to any of these questions is “no”, maybe it’s time to update your outdoor furnishings.
“Australians love the outdoors. They love to entertain, host barbecues, have pool parties or just enjoy the serenity of their own backyard,” says Alex Ashkar, Victorian Manager of Remarkable Outdoor Living. “A thoughtfully furnished outdoor area allows you to do all of that.”
Nicole Arrowsmith, Showroom Manager of Queensland’s Lume Outdoor Living agrees. “A well-furnished outdoor space invites you into the outdoors and gives you somewhere to relax and entertain,” she says. “It also expands your interior living area, making your home feel more luxurious and open.”
“Well-selected garden furniture is the icing on the garden design cake,” adds Brent Candeo, Director of Candeo Design. “You can design and build beautiful spaces but never use them due to the fact there is
