Clockwise from top left: Two wicker rocking chairs offer additional seating at the edge of the porch, while Mondo grass, planted between large stepping stones, gives the feel of a naturally formed terrace. The fireplace, which is located at the far side of the garden, is a quiet retreat that Beebe says she enjoys using year-round. During the renovation, a koi pond was removed from a space near the fireplace. To incorporate a new water feature, Beebe asked for a fountain that would provide a soft, tranquil sound. Facing page: Comfortable, oversized chairs that feature custom upholstery, along with pieces such as the starburst mirror, patterned rug, and pair of matching lamps make the covered porch feel like a true extension of the house.
Design Resources Carpentry—pergola and gate Tom Presley, Bigelow, (501) 804-3726 Design Talena Ray and Mona Thompson, Providence Design, Little Rock, (501) 372-1886, providenceltddesign.com Landscape design The Good Earth Garden Center, Little Rock, (501) 868-4666, thegoodearthgarden.com Accessories and lighting Providence Design, Little Rock, (501) 372-1886, providenceltddesign.com Floral—silk trees Silks A Bloom, Little Rock, (501) 228-6989 Outdoor furniture Antique Brick Outdoors, Little Rock, (501) 375-0060, antiquebrickoutdoors.com; Ken Rash’s of Arkansas, Little Rock, (501) 663-1818, kenrashsoutdoorfurniture.com; Providence Design, Little Rock, (501) 372-1886, providenceltddesign.com Painting—decorative Phinality Design, North Little Rock, (501) 349-4196 Pool—liner and maintenance Morehead Pools, Little Rock, (501) 868-7946, moreheadpools.com March 2016 | athomearkansas.com 51