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1. Natural noise reduction The sight and sound of water relieves stress and decreases background noise, and homeowners are incorporating water features alongside patios or as a destination point on a garden path. Styles range from Asian-influenced to modern abstract to antique urns and carved Old World elements. Provencal Wall Fountain from Stone Forest. www.stoneforest.com
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2. Sustainable style Going green extends beyond native plantings and now incorporates outdoor furniture options, with sustainably manufactured yet stylish seating and tables as well as long-lasting fabrics. Sutherland’s Great Lakes Collection by Terry Hunziker featuring EcoPlex. www.sutherlandfurniture.com
4. Appeal to the senses
Gardens are geared toward the senses, from fragrant flowers and colorful blooms to textural foliage. Pools, New innovations in materials make their way from the inside to the outdoors. Try textural tile on a pool surround, patios and accessories are designed to add to the appeal, with water elements and fire features becoming with a grain pattern designed to simulate wood. Hasting popular choices. Wabi carved stone oil lamps from Stone PLI distressed-wood style porcelain tile. www.hastingstilebath.com
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