10 OUTDOOR LIVING IDEAS

No area of the home has evolved as much in recent years as the outdoor living space. The outdoors have become seamlessly integrated with the interior spaces and vice versa. From pools and water features to kitchens and televisions, here are a few ideas to help you plan your home before you build it.

Outdoor Kitchens

The most popular outdoor amenity is the kitchen. At a party, everyone ends up in the kitchen, and that’s why homes now include built-in refrigerators, food preparation areas, and dining areas under a covered porch.

Living Spaces

When you live in a warm climate, you can sit outside year-round. Whether in a screened porch, covered porch, or landscaped garden, comfortable seating areas expand your livable space. If you live in the South, include a ceiling fan or two.

Outdoor Fireplaces and Firepits

Wood-burning or gas, a contained backyard flame adds ambiance and a gathering spot or a place to roast s’mores on cool fall evenings.

Enjoy low-maintenance, single-level living in a community with close proximity to restaurants and shopping centers, tennis courts, and even an 18-hole golf course right next door.

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Experience

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UPPER $400 s .

Neighborhood Amenities Include:

• Clubhouse

• Swimming Pool

• Pickleball Courts

• Fitness Center

• Miles of Paved Multi-Use Trails

• Seasonal Harvest Field and Apple Orchard

• Farmers Market

• Dog Park

• White Plains Regional Park Right Next Door

» 18-Hole Public Golf Course

» Lit Tennis Courts

» Ball Fields

» Soccer Fields

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is located on the magnifi cent Cumberland Plateau in Crossville, Tennessee. This retirement community is jam packed with a good balance of relaxing and exciting activities. Whether you prefer golfi ng, boating, swimming, or simply enjoying the good life – it’s all here at Lake Tansi.

Landscaping

Don’t forget that green — potted plants soften any porch. Spotlights can highlight a nice tree or shrubbery. Planning your lighting and sound in advance will save you later.

Televisions

If you decide to have a living space, there are now waterproof televisions that allow you to watch the big game outside with your friends.

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Outdoor Showers

If you’ve ever showered outdoors, you may not even need an indoor shower. Creating an outdoor oasis with pebble flooring and plants will make you feel like you are showering in the rainforest.

Footpaths

Stone or rock paths through your garden accentuate the landscaping.

Water Features

In Florida, most homes come equipped with a screened pool or hot tub area. Ponds with water fountains and koi are also a favorite.

Outdoor Bar

If you frequently entertain, stocking a bar with the essentials will keep your guest coming back for more.

Hanging Day Beds

For a very comfortable front porch atmosphere, a swing that doubles as a daybed with privacy curtains is very inviting.

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