Tell us about your outdoor project and how you enjoy it: We wanted a comfortable, practical and colorful space to sit outside and appreciate the garden in all the different weather situations in Portland, Oregon. Perfect for morning coffee or an evening cocktail for one person or a with group of friends.
How did you create it?:
A change was needed to go from a shabby chic outdoor look to a more sophisticated one. Alot of thought was give to color, pattern and texture and we repurposed the existing furnishings and structure to achieve all the seating we needed to get out of the space.
Recommended store, site, product or resource?
Duralee and Kravet outdoor fabrics, Surya outdoor rugs, and any hardware store for the spray paint!
(Re-edited from a post originally published 06.25.09 - NM)
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What an incredible french door idea!!! This is really sweet and colorful.
So unique and beautiful. I love the use of black.
Thanks for sharing.
Lovely.
Lovely! I love the idea with the different, black-painted windows/doors to protect from the wind!
This is really gorgeous! Great job!
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I don't even know where to start. I love everything about it.
lol – even the geraniums match! Well done!
Fantastic job Leeann! Your outdoor space looks so warm and inviting. i also love the french door/window wall, the fun colours and the drapes that can be closed to make it feel like a room. Very fun and cozy.
Phenomenal color choices. That covered patio is a highlight of the Great Outdoors entries I've seen thus far.
Love it!
How many months out of the year would you say you get to enjoy an outdoor space in Portland? Six?
Love the garden.
Lovely! I love the painted iron (?) furniture best of all! :)