Backyard and Outdoor Living

A HOME AMONG THE GUM TREES

New-look outdoor furniture is all about creating warm welcoming spaces you’ll want to enjoy with family and friends. There’s greater emphasis on sourcing quality furniture, beautiful fabrics and finishes, and improved design flexibility in furniture pieces, as well as fresh new colours and styles.

It all begins with the design layout to help you source the appropriate pieces. A well-considered outdoor space invites you to pull up a chair, put your feet up and relax. Aidan Mawhinney, director of Living Edge, says to begin with, decide on a focal point. “This will anchor your outdoor space, be it a sun lounge, a bench or a dining table, then build from there to create spaces that foster social interaction, relaxation or entertaining, depending on your lifestyle

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