The Good Life - Urban Livin'

Urban Livin's Helen Bailey shows you how to revamp your space for the summer.

Urban Livin' With Helen Bailey - With a reasonable budget and a little bit of style, it’s possible to bring glamour and serenity to any outdoor space. It’s Summertime - so let’s get started on creating a cool outdoor space where you can chill all summer long!

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Urban Livin' With Helen Bailey - With a reasonable budget and a little bit of style, it’s possible to bring glamour and serenity to any outdoor space. It’s Summertime - so let’s get started on creating a cool outdoor space where you can chill all summer long!

Urban Livin' - Start by determining exactly how much room you have to work with. This will make the choices a lot easier when it’s time to decide on seating and tables. Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to put large pieces in a small space...the trick is to not overcrowd with clutter. If you only have room to seat two, consider whether two chairs or a bench will work best. It will also be necessary to leave space for at least one table to hold drinks, reading materials, phones, music ...

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Urban Livin' - Start by determining exactly how much room you have to work with. This will make the choices a lot easier when it’s time to decide on seating and tables. Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to put large pieces in a small space...the trick is to not overcrowd with clutter. If you only have room to seat two, consider whether two chairs or a bench will work best. It will also be necessary to leave space for at least one table to hold drinks, reading materials, phones, music ...

Urban Livin' - Adding colorful throw pillows to your outdoor furnishings is a good way to bring some zest to your summertime retreat.<BR><BR>A bit of natural greenery is always a welcomed touch too. Keep in mind that lounging there can be just as enjoyable at night as it is during the day, so a few candles (maybe citronella to ward off bugs) are a good idea as well.

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Urban Livin' - Adding colorful throw pillows to your outdoor furnishings is a good way to bring some zest to your summertime retreat.<BR><BR>A bit of natural greenery is always a welcomed touch too. Keep in mind that lounging there can be just as enjoyable at night as it is during the day, so a few candles (maybe citronella to ward off bugs) are a good idea as well.

Urban Livin' - Consider some eco-friendly bamboo to add pizazz and think tropical when it comes to plants. Palms, banana plants and elephant ears are always a sure bet and can be easily found at your local nurseries. Orchids, haliconia and birds of paradise also add a taste of the islands to any outdoor decor.

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Urban Livin' - Consider some eco-friendly bamboo to add pizazz and think tropical when it comes to plants. Palms, banana plants and elephant ears are always a sure bet and can be easily found at your local nurseries. Orchids, haliconia and birds of paradise also add a taste of the islands to any outdoor decor.