The great outdoors

For those who love to entertain, an alfresco living space and pool nestled amid landscaped grounds is the goal

Karen Booth

It doesn’t really matter whether the summer sun is in full force or the chill of winter is in the air, chances are you’ll be looking to your outdoor spaces when you want to entertain. A covered deck, terrace or pergola attached to the back of your house might be all you need, or you might prefer a well-appointed, fully-equipped outdoor room with a built-in kitchen and separate zones for cooking, dining and lounging. You might also want a swimming pool — great for keeping the kids entertained and a boon when hosting summer soirees. But you mustn’t forget about the landscaping. An alfresco entertaining area that looks out over nothing more than a sea of patchy lawn or a bland expanse of paving is a very sad sight indeed.…

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