outdoors
O U TD O O R LIV IN G
DO N O T DISTURB
Drapes,
above,
add
privacy and screening
from afternoon sun.
A wisteria vine brings
additional shade
overhead and helps
connect the pergola
to the garden.
CO M FO RT ZO NE
Cushions, pillows, a rug,
a fabric table cover,
and drapes—all made
of outdoor-suitable,
weather-resistant
material—provide
indoor comforts in an
outdoor room,
right.
FIRESIDE
CHAT
Things to consider
when shopping for
an outdoor fireplace:
■ Cost and style
Custom fireplaces
often cost $
10 ,0 0 0
or more and are
built to suit. Prefab
units with a choice
of finishes may cost
only half that, but
offer fewer design
options.
■ Fuel source
Wood provides the
sounds and smells
of a campfire,
although gas is
more convenient
and burns cleaner.
■ Local code
Regulations apply
to outdoor fires, so
check local codes to
see what’s allowed
in your location. £2)
For buying
information see
page 286.
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