outdoor Columns

Heat up the outdoors with backyard fireplaces
July 11, 2011
Portable fireplace
The portable fire column from Bio-Blaze enhances the whimsical architectural details in this garden setting.
http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2011/jul/10/heat-up-the-outdoors-with-backyar...

It's glorious summer, and we are all taking advantage of the living space that we gain with warm weather and a backyard. The barbecue is set up, lounge chairs are arranged and flowers are blooming. If you are thinking about enhancing your outdoor paradise with a fireplace, here are some tips and trends that will not only create instant ambience, but will also extend the time you can comfortably sit outside....(read more)

Kids' playhouse should be a magical place
July 5, 2011
Kids Playhouse
Convert a garden shed into a kids' playhouse with a combination of new and found materials.

Dear Debbie: We have an old shed in the backyard that we are fixing up for our kids to use as a playhouse. This may sound like a silly question, but should it match the exterior of our house, or can it be completely different?

- Nancy

Dear Nancy: No, you do not need to match the main house. It should be a magical place, something the whole family can design together....(read more)

Outside In
June 27, 2011
Outside In
An old tree trunk found on the homeowner’s property was cut and sanded smooth for this sturdy table base.
http://www.thespec.com/print/article/552898

Warm weather brings about a more leisurely way of life with your personal space spreading out of doors. Decorating is less formal or fussy.

We take advantage of this period of lighter spirit to loosen up and make due with what’s on hand. Country or rustic décor rules, with the accent on basic, natural materials such as wood, wicker, stone, cotton, gingham and wool....(read more)