The portico is a facet of your house that makes the first impression. The look of your house depends on how well you have planned your outdoor ambience.
There are various options to explore — from fancy waterfalls to trendy garden furniture. If you have a spacious garden and don’t want to crowd the lawn, the best option would be to throw in some elegant furniture that blends with the au natural feel, and some soft lighting.
For a more elaborate garden, one can install a barbeque station, a pool, a music system, bar, stools, a massive patio or an aviary.
For those sunny days, the garden settee can be hosted under a marquee or just a pergola for shade. With various options in pergola ranging from wooden, bamboo to fiberglass, you can earn yourself a customised look that can compliment the interiors of your house and at the same time, give your garden a look of its own.
Adding a hammock under shady trees could be a chic yet cheap option. Once you’ve decided on the kind of furniture, lighting and layout, it is important to work on well-laid paths that lead up to your sitting area — without ruining the lawn or the flower beds.
No matter what kind of design you pick, opting for the most durable and weatherproof furniture is the way to go since the fixtures will be out in the open, with no shield from sunshine or rain.
So, remember to keep the furnishings functional, but at the same time fancy — to snatch yourself that little piece of heaven right at your doorstep.
