Outdoor Furniture & Design- Get ahead in the Fall!

As Fall approaches, (my favorite time of year!) I am finally getting around to planning my back yard space. This house has taken me forever because we are NEVER home, between me working on client's homes, having 2 kids and husband that also works like crazy. But finally, it's time and one of my last lose ends before the house will be ready to sell. 

Since my post on planter boxes is my most popular post, I thought i would share some of the processes and sources I am using for the outdoor space design and furniture.

I started with fabulous Landscape Designer Angie Verge @ AV Garden Design

She gave me the plan of attack with a full list of what to plant, where, on my budget and knowing that I have no business caring for high maintenance plantings. 

Since some of these can be best planted now, I better get moving.

Now I've got the plan for the yard.

 The deck is pretty big and is in okay shape but I hate the railings. I am planning to take the railing off and install a Chippendale style railing. This is my favorite style and I can say without doubt that 

I have NEVER met a Chippendale style railing I didn't die over.

@ Pinterest via Martensen Jones Interiors

I actually have a large recessed platform for a hot tub yet, 

I'm considering making it a warming firepit area instead.  

 

 Image via Thomas J. Story

I'll be getting some fabulous planters for sure, which reminds me...

You MUST see the absolutely stunning gardens from Robin Kramer Garden Design 

Robin has totally inspired me to have some ornamental hedges

 (images via Robin Kramer Garden Design )

 And I'm totally planting some giant alliums

(image via cloth paper scissors)

When it comes to outdoor furniture, this is an easy one because I absolutely love the line we offer called Skyline Design. Our clients from Nantucket to Rhode Island -to- Boston to Maine love it! 

Here's what is going on my deck.

(Available through New England Home Staging & Interiors)

And a little of this over by the warming pit.

Images via Skyline Design 

Most of our clients start getting excited about outdoor furniture buying right around the same time every year. Can you guess when?

Yes-Right before (like 3 weeks before)the 4th of July.

 Our phones start buzzing and everyone wants the same thing; outdoor dining sets, traditional look with a modern twist, Restoration Hardware but a better value. If you missed the pre-spring boat, late summer is a great time to order your outdoor furniture.  Not to mention, how great is it to snuggle with hot cocoa and a fire in the New England Fall weather!

AHHH- I cannot wait for Fall! And to get this yard done.

Daytrip Design: NANTUCKET Island

 

One of the best things about living in New England is having Nantucket just a quick boat skip away.

The houses here are beyond words. As if we weren't already in the mood for summer, this magical seaside island could convert the best of a Summertime Scrooge into a beach loving ADDICT!

Seriously. 

 

I absolutely LOVE this little shop Anderson's! 

Hello?? You had me at lucite foot stool.

Lots of my suite mate Jill Rosenwald goodies here too!

I need these little mermaid andirons! C'mon.

These hand made boat mirrors are TO-DIE-FOR! I cannot afford but good idea for a DIY project.

Who says we don't need more white foo dogs??

Luckily while perusing the watch shop with my watch addict hubs, I spy both of these little numbers.

Vintage Rolex- yes, both please.

On to more houses... Holy hedge love. 

The hydrangeas here are so unbelievable this time of year.

A place to park your oh so stylish ride.

 (my son Gannon)

Next stop...The Lion's Paw

And one last stop at C Wonder ! 

ACK!

Now off to Jettie's Beach

So much more to do and see and yet, someone is totally pooped out. 

That hour long ride to the Cape on the fast boat is dog heaven with the wind in your fur!