Wicker furniture is probably the most common type of furniture used in outdoor spaces. It’s appreciated for its lightweight design, casual look and functionality. When spring gets comfortable after a long winter, all everyone wants to do is finally spend some time outdoors. People are excited about being able to sit on the patio or on the terrace and relaxing in an armchair. Most often, it’s a wicker armchair.

Wicker furniture is preferred for the outdoors because it’s easy to move around

The term “wicker” is of Scandinavian origin and it defines a woven fabric formed onto a rigid material. It’s usually used for furniture and it’s often made from material of plant original. However, plastic fibers can also be used. Wicker furniture is very appreciated mostly because it’s lightweight and yet it’s very sturdy. This makes it perfect for patios, porches or terraces because it has to be removed during the cold season and it’s easier to do that when the furniture is not heavy.

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When it’s no nice and beautiful outside, you don’t really feel like staying inside the house. You want to transfer all the main activities outside. For example, who wouldn’t like to have an outdoor dining area? It’s a wonderful feature that allows you to entertain your guests while allowing them to enjoy the weather and the views. But what should that space include in terms of furniture and décor? Here are some tips and ideas.

If you have a patio or terrace, then you’ll also be able to admire the views

You could try to a simple design and just have a table and some chairs on the terrace or deck. It would be nice to also have a patio, preferably a covered one so that you don’t have to get inside when it rains. But if you prefer to feel closer to nature then you could move the dining area to the garden.

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Having a house with a pool is what most people dream about. But have you ever wondered how that house would actually look like? Where would be pool be placed and what would it be its design? These are all important questions and you only get to think about them when you’re facing the actual situation.But let’s explore the subject and see what options you could choose from. We have selected 20 pool designs and backyard decors for you to take a look at.

A long and narrow pool can be a viable option for small plots

One idea would be to have the pool placed in the backyard but adjacent to the house. You could have a thick glass wall that separates them and you could actually see the water on your window. Of course, it’s a more extravagant idea. There are also simpler options. For example, you could have an outdoor sitting and lounge area with the pool on one side and with lounge chairs, tables and umbrellas on the other.

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A home is defined by both its interior and its exterior. Most people only focus on making the inside of the house beautiful but you also have to pay attention to the exterior as well if you want a harmonious design. So let’s now turn our attention on the backyard and let’s see what exactly you can do to make it more beautiful.

Create a sitting area, preferably in a corner or a more private area

When referring to landscaping, most people seem to think that plants and flowers are the only elements that need to be included in this category. But you have to think holistically and to also take into consideration elements such as the fence, the walls, the deck, the patio, the water features and everything else.

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Sometimes it’s fun to give up the comfort of staying at a hotel and to just use a tent instead. It’s adventurous and it can be a great experience. But using a tent doesn’t mean that you have to give up all the comfort and to suffer. You can pick a tent with a great design that allows you to feel comfortable and that will make your trip substantially better. Here are a few of the most interesting tent designs we could find.

Wedge tent.

This is the Wedge tent. It’s an inflatable tent designed by Heimplanet and it allows you to quickly get installed without much effort. It’s composed of an inner tent, the fly sheet and a stable and robust inflatable frame. It also has an innovative design that allows it to withstand wind.

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