Inspired Living Jan 2019

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January 2019

Homeowners opt for integration of indoor, outdoor living space

No boundaries

ROBSON RESORT COMMUNITIES /MARK BOISCLAIR PHOTO PHOTOGRAPHY, INC.

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our amazing Arizona lifestyle at home doesn’t have to stop at your sliding glass doors. Indoor/outdoor living, where a living space is created from seamlessly connecting your home’s interior with the outdoors, is becoming the most popular configuration among homeowners of all ages across the state.

“Our buyers from out of state really enjoy the Arizona climate and the opportunities for outdoor living that are rather limited in other regions,” said Steve Berry, senior vice president, Architecture and Design, for Robson Resort Communities. “Our front and side courtyard spaces are smaller and more intimately scaled, while our already generously covered outdoor living spaces can be expanded to create a grand space as buyers may need for entertaining and plenty of shade under roof. Our covered outdoor living spaces accommodate several furniture arrangements for multiple uses.” For a home in Arizona, “outdoor spaces are ideal for additional living because they can be enjoyed year-round due to favorable weather,” said Hal Looney, Arizona President, Trilogy by Shea Homes. Most Trilogy communities cater to residents 55 and older. “Our homes offer generously-sized covered patios in all floorplans and front and side courtyards in several,” Looney said. “But to meet consumer trends, Trilogy communities are introducing new floorplans that maximize outdoor spaces by connecting the interior living areas and expanding outdoor amenity options.”

PebbleCreek Bacara Great Room.

Features that maximize indoor/outdoor living

Robson offers several options for its covered outdoor living spaces, Berry said. These include fireplaces, sliding glass doors that stack or recess into the wall, tongue and groove wood ceiling finishes “that really warm up the space and give buyers the opportunity to work with our preferred landscape partners for additional outdoor design elements to complete the outdoor living experience. We show

outdoor built-in barbecues and water features frequently as part of the outdoor lifestyle experience. The sound of water is very pleasant in our desert environment, especially as temperatures warm up. We love to show a variety of outdoor flooring finishes as well, such as pavers and travertine even in the covered areas, continuing the tile from the inside the home.” Looney noted that “making indoor/ outdoor living a reality starts with erasing NO BOUNDARIES, continued on page 2

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Rejuvenating outdoor furniture doesn’t have to be difficult

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ome of the most popular materials for outdoor furniture include weather-resistant fabric or canvas; metal; and an wicker and rattan. What are the best ways wa to revitalize faded, worn, torn or rusted ru outdoor furniture pieces? For sofa cushions, “evaluate the strength st of the existing fabric,”, “evaluate at the strength of the existing fabric,” advised ad Timothy Harris, owner of Relics Upscale Up Consignment & Antiques in Phoenix. Ph “Outdoor fabrics that are worn due du to sun exposure can feel uncomfortable abl and leave a residue on clothing,” he said. sa “They can become rough or faded and an the fibers weakened by the sun.” If the fabric strength is adequate, try power-washing po the cushion to remove any an soil or mold and allow to dry in the sun, su he recommended. Overly worn covers co will rip easily, so it may be time to recover, re he said. “If the covers still appear to be worn, it’s time to decide whether the th foam insert can be salvaged or needs to be replaced as well. If the foam is unstable st or brittle, it’s best to invest in new inserts. in Select a new fabric and inserts through th an upholstery shop.” Iron or aluminum furniture can be refreshed re short-term, Harris said, with high-heat hig spray paints. To protect OUTDOOR FURNITURE, continued on page 2


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