Design 101 - 20th Century Era Wicker and Rattan

Early 20th Century Wicker Steamer Chair by Perret & Vibert

Wicker furniture has been an outdoor staple in Western outdoor spaces since it took a firm hold in the Victorian era.  Wicker furniture designs evolved greatly through the 20th Century.

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Exceptional Spaces - Wicker and Rattan Styles

Outdoor wicker and rattan come in so many wonderful, shapes, styles and colors.  This week we will be exploring the history and evolution of outdoor wicker and rattan.

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Discover - Houzz.com

Inspiration from Anna Looper via Houzz.com

We are always looking for design inspiration for outdoor spaces. When we can't find examples of outdoor spaces we will draw inspiration from interiors. A prolific resource of design inspiration that we visit often is Houzz.com. 

Design 101 - Modern Country Rustic

House Beautiful

The modern country design style also embraces the beauty of objects as they are.  The patina of age and the elements give everyday objects and furniture a whole new look that is totally unique.  In this outdoor space rusty vintage mid century chairs and a glide are paired with bright outdoor pillows and a weather worn wood table.

Design 101 - Modern Country Mix and Match

GAP Interiors - House and Leisure Feature

This South African country home pulls together cozy and comfortable outdoor spaces by mixing and matching rustic and modern designs.  The broad mix of materials (plastic, wood and metal) all seem at home together.

Get The Look - Cape Cod Hardscapes

Polhemus Savery DaSilva Architects Builders

From crushed gravel to brick and slate drives, patios and paths, Cape Cod outdoor spaces all have hardscapes incorporated into the design.

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Exceptional Spaces - Cape Cod Outdoor Living

Last fall I moved into a house in a cute post war Cape Cod style neighborhood.  This winter I've been spending my time studying Cape Cod style outdoor spaces as I dream up a design for my outdoor space come this spring.  Here are some exceptional spaces in the Cape Cod style through the eyes of two designers.

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Armchair Traveler - The Dolder Grand, Switzerland

The Dolder Grand - Zürich, Switzerland

Happy Thanksgiving!

I have friends who discovered that traveling abroad over the Thanksgiving holiday is the way to go.  All of us state side scrambling to travel between coasts leaves planes to Europe with plenty of available seats. Plus the holiday isn't celebrated abroad so no worries about inconvenient closings, holiday hours, etc.  This year my friends are headed to Zürich and that inspired my armchair traveling for this holiday post.

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Dream - Outdoor Living Pas de Deux, 3

Rick Eckersley Garden Architecture