Showing posts with label Outdoor drapery. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Outdoor drapery. Show all posts

Client Project: A Refreshing Backyard Oasis

Welcome to a place this family can enjoy for nights to come!

With a lovely arbor to house this beautiful dining set, we can just see so many wonderful meals to be had here.



We picked a bright yellow accent to pop in the Texas summer heat, and we love pairing it with a teal!


Maybe our favorite accent is this black and white striped coffee table. AH.


Do you need a relaxing space to hang out in this coming fall? Ask TCI!

Outdoor Fabrics Favorite Fan - The Dog

Who is an outdoor fabric's biggest supporter?? PETS!

And of course, my Ozzy just loves the beautiful Sunbrella fabrics in our backyard!
He can't mess them up, and they are basically indestructible ... 
while beautiful all at the same time!
(I think he needs braces....)

Here are a few reasons to pick Sunbrella fabrics for your back porch:

1: Weather Resistant:


2. Durable for Food Stains and Pets:


3. Attractive Prints and Patterns:


4. Drape-able for Outdoor Curtains :

Are you convinced?? Sunbrella is the way to go... inside the house as well!! 
Just ASK US!

Top 8 Picks for Outdoor Accessories

This week, I am getting to spend some much needed time with my family in Florida!


As we've sat and enjoyed the ocean breeze outdoors so much this week, it got me thinking about my favorite accessories for outdoor patios, gazebos, and porches.

Do you need some tips on how to make your back patio feel a little more homey this summer? Ready to do some entertaining but embarrassed of your thrown together porch? 

Put these accessories to WORK:
Pillows: Always incorporate pillows on your seating. Even though you are outdoors, you still want to be comfortable, and pillows add the touch of color and comfort you are looking for.


Colorful Umbrella: For your perfect pool setting. A pop of color above a couple of pool chairs is needed to complete your oasis.

Garden Stools: These became popular several years ago, but we love seeing them used in unordinary places. Like as bunching stools, or decor in a garden. 

Wire Outdoor Chair: Incorporating unexpected seating into a normal setting will almost always be a conversation starter for you and your guests you plan to entertain this summer!

"Ball O' Fire" Fire Pit: Depending on where you live, it might still get a bit chilly in the evenings, and what is more perfect than this modern fire pit?

Area Rugs: This is a MUST for any patio. It brings the indoors -- out! It softens the hard ground and provides a place to pop some color.

Planters: We LOVE planters. When you find the perfect succulent or fern to add to this modern planter, it will transform any sidewalk or flowerbed instantly.

Lanterns: What patio would be complete without an awesome lantern? This is one to love for sure. With it's modern lines and clean hurricane candle, we are swooning over this guy.

Now get to putting that patio together ;)

Adding Drama with Drapes to your Outdoor Space





Here is the inspiration for this week's Connell Interior's newsletter... a twist on our classic projects!  As noted in the ezine, we won't be changing our name to Connell Exteriors, but it sure was fun creating a room in the great outdoors. 

The newsletter provides tips on bringing lighting ideas to your backyard space, which only scratches the surface of ways to enhance your outdoor living area.  We'll get to the appliances and tech features another time and focus on a bit on an unexpected element... outdoor drapes!
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I do have to sadly admit that selecting the furniture to fill this space was one of the favorite parts of the process (and if only I could have added draperies... no go for the guy in the fam!)  If there is a tv, I'm sure window treatments are definitely prohibited... rats~

Outdoor drapes can:
  • add a touch of elegance to your space
  • create privacy
  • filter bright light and protect furniture from rain
  • add a disguise for areas you do not want seen
  • add flexibility by sliding to the side or removing when not needed

Remember the Sunbrella fabric I told you about in the first newsletter?




More affordable option... Target~


Weatherproof fringe option from Frontgate


Ballard Designs- love the green and black

Sheer Delight!

While you are thinking of which panels to purchase, don't forget the outdoor drapery hardware.  I just saw some at Bed, Bath and Beyond and also received an email with the following from the Finial Company.



Ladies, maybe try this while your guy is out of town!  You'll love it:)

Until next time,
Traci

images via: Moi, HGTV, Pottery Barn, Frontgate, Target.com, Ballard Designs, The Finial Company



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