Here are some tips from design pros and veteran DIYers on how do just that.
To transform those underutilized outdoor spots into functional spaces, Lemieux encourages thinking yacht.
This means you are taking the design upward rather than outward.
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The vertical elements draw the eye and maximize limited square footage, she says.
Lemieux recommends installing anything Murphy, like flip-down tables and shelving.
For greenery, look up to espaliers, climbing plants, orvertical gardens.
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For McDaniel, a small porch can add enjoyment and even increase property value.
That’s when I embarked on a crazy journey to make this circular deck.
And yes, its the perfect spot to watch his garden flourish.
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So often the outdoor space discussion defaults to backyards.
She took up her own challenge with a short-term rental property.
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