Friday, August 5, 2016

Bring the Indoors Out

   An outdoor garden is a vital part of any home and nothing is more rewarding than creating a ‘special place’ in your garden where peace and relaxation reside.  I choose this picture from gardenoholic because of the way it brings the indoors out onto the patio or lanai.  With the way the cushioned chairs with pillows and the coffee table are situated with the lamp nearby and chandelier overhead, this space has the look and feel of a warm, cozy family room but the openness all around makes it fresh and airy.  I love the way they have captured the ambience of both. 
   So when creating your garden space, choose items that have meaning but remember that the items you choose will affect how you feel as you spend time in your special place, so choose those that evoke positive emotions and pleasant memories; visual inspiration and reflection has a calming sense that helps develop serenity.  In addition, those items strategically placed around your garden provide opportunity for conversation or contemplation.   

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