Your porch or deck should invite you to sit awhile.
Have you ever considered the outside area of your home as another room or extension of your living area? Even though porches or decks are seasonal in some areas they should still be inviting and should offer a place for a retreat - sort of a place to unwind.
So how do you go about making this a retreat? Think of the perimeter edges of the space as your walls as you did inside your home. The view is your color, picture, and window that is provided by nature. Next think about where you naturally would walk so you aren't making it difficult to get to the door or steps. Once this is determined you can start thinking about how you want to use the space - dining or relaxing with friends and family or maybe if you have enough area you can use it for both.
Now add the key pieces of furniture that dictates the use. Keep in mind the space and proportion or scale of the items. Once these primary pieces are added you can now decorate. What do I mean by decorating - you still want the fabrics to soften and add texture or pattern. Then add appropriate accessories. Naturally since this is outside you need to consider plants, glazed pots, pillows, candles..........are you getting the picture? After you've finished sit down with a lemonade and enjoy your new room.
For other ideas and a consultation call me at It's A Hootie Staging & Redesign, Inc. Great results are just a phone call away.
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