For some reason, decks seem to get the short end of the outdoor decor stick.
But this is a highly underappreciated spaceand its time to change that.
Meet the Expert
Why Is the Deck So Often Ignored?
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According to Andi Morse, founder ofMorse Design, it all comes down to time.
If youre not redecorating your home all at once, youre likely moving room by room.
Now is the perfect time of year to tackle this outdoor “room.”
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Anoutdoor living roommakes an outdoor space like a deck inviting.
Graffam notes that planters are great for depth and color.
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Morse says its best to follow some guidelines.
This doesnt, however, mean matching everything, either.
I prefer when the sofa and lounge chairs match or the dining table and chairs match, she says.
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No one wants to hang out on a deck that makes them feel claustrophobic, she says.
Too much furniture can do that to the space."
Stivale agreesand notes that most people make this mistakes because they dont know where to start on the deck.
Imagine how to best utilize the space and place the actual furniture, he says.
Determine not only the best use of the space but how you will ultimately live in it.
Graffam says the best way to make these decisions is by asking yourself a few key questions.
Every square inch matters!
