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Cool Down As The Summer Heats Up
As the summer temperatures continue to rise, we are looking for ways to cool down. Sitting outdoors by a pool, lake, river or ocean is always a good way to begin. If you are not near any of those...
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The Perfect Gathering Place
Currently, more than ever before, homeowners are validating the significance of the homestead, where the backyard is clearly an enhancement of the living area in the house. The economy has motivated...
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Tables for Two
Catalina Island I recently celebrated my anniversary with my husband on Catalina Island. It was our first visit and we had a fabulous time. We boarded the catamaran for the trip across the channel,...
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A Unique Outdoor Rug
Outdoor rugs frame a space, add color, texture and now with this innovative technique they can be part of the permanent hardscape. Sara Baldwin founded New Ravenna Mosaics in 1991 and Sara Baldwin...
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Last Days of Summer
August is a time for those last minute get-a-ways before the harsh realization that summer is coming to a close really sinks in. No matter where or what you are doing, a vacation should be filled with...
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Stress-Free Everyday Living
The greatest thing that we can do, especially with the stresses of everyday living, is return to the simple things. We must return to nature and allow ourselves to take time to breathe. Life gets...
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Style Options Add To The Outdoor Fifth Room
Nowadays we are extremely lucky to have so many incredible options for our outdoor design solutions. Long gone are the days where Adirondack chairs, rattan and plastic were our only options for styles...
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Landscaping Choices Can Be An Extension of Your Design Style
One of the things I love most about the fifth room is that nature is and can be an essential tool to your creative masterpiece. There are numerous elements in design that can define and detail your...
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Getting Started With Your Outdoor Design
Design, in all aspects, can be extremely complex. It’s what makes it beautiful, and potentially frustrating. The start can be daunting. Where do you begin? And perhaps more importantly, what is it...
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Fire Pits Heat Up As Fall Approaches
Though the heat continues here in Southern California and across the county, it is just a matter of time before we start to feel the cool crispness of autumn. I am personally so excited for the feel...
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