After turning Brooklynites Mark and Jill's spacious, but sparsely decorated deck into a chic haven, George visited The Today Show this morning to offer more advice on sprucing up an outdoor space. His top three tips? Bring the indoors out, buy weatherproof furniture and fabrics, and accessorize, accessorize, accessorize!
Tip 1: Invest in Smart Surfaces
Add flair to your alfresco area with surefire surfaces and flooring that will stylishly define the space while enduring the elements. George is a fan of Cambridge's concrete flooring kits since they're durable enough for outdoor kitchens, waterfalls and even fire pits.
Tip 2: Choose Pieces For Rain or Shine
From sofas to rugs to umbrellas, weather-resistant furnishings make beautifying your patio, porch or portico a snap. Look for items with water- and fade-proof fabrics such as Sunbrella, which also blocks 98% of harmful UV rays.
Things We Love:
Pottery Barn Chesapeake Sectional
Pottery Barn Sunbrella Round Umbrella & Stand
Pottery Barn Palmetto All-Weather Wicker Trunk
Frontgate Greek Key Outdoor Rug
Tip 3: Add Finishing Touches
Just like any indoor room, the final step for enhancing your plen-air joint is selecting the right pieces to set the mood. Mosquito-repellent candles placed in lacey hurricanes, solar-powered lights and shatterproof melamine plates help create a laidback, romantic vibe.
Things We Love:
Frontgate Legacy Hurricane
Frontgate Solar Patio Light
thomaspaul Sea Life Melamine Dinnerware
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