“Impossibly unaffordable” are two words that Californians are probably less than thrilled to hear. In a recent report from Chapman University in Orange, California, and the Frontier Centre of Public Policy (FCPP) in Canada, that’s exactly how four California metros are described. The 2024 edition of Demographia International Housing Affordability shows San Jose, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego listed among the top 10 least affordable housing markets—not just in the United States, but worldwide.
21 Best Hardscape Ideas For A Welcoming Outdoor Escape
25.07.2024 - 02:55 / southernliving.com
Southerners love their gardening and landscaping, but if you really want to make your outside space feel welcoming and ideal for entertaining, it's time to figure out a hardscape plan. Unlike landscape which refers to the living elements like grass, trees, and flowers in your outdoor design, hardscape is the «non-living» elements like concrete, stone, and more.
«Homeowners like to be able to come home and have a place to unwind from at nights or on the weekends,» says expert landscaper Anthony Carpenter. «They like to be able to sit out on a nice patio and relax from the busy day. We like a nice patio beside a nice water feature that is very relaxing, or a nice outdoor kitchen with fireplace during cool nights to relax with.»
- Anthony Carpenter is the co-owner of Carpenter Landscaping & Hardscaping in North Carolina.
Of course, there's a wide variety of other hardscape ideas that transform the usage and design of your backyard area. Check out these 21 hardscape ideas to get your creative juices flowing so you can enjoy the space outside your interiors.
01 of 21 Rustic Campfire EleganceTo elevate the ambiance outdoors once the sun begins to set, arrange string lights like Sara did here. Combined with the fire coming from the center fire pit, this outdoor set creates a cozy atmosphere along the brick pavers. To make it seem like a true camping scene, we love the Adirondack chairs that contribute to the rustic feel while adding a splash of color.
02 of 21 Combine PurposeMaximize the space of your hardscape by creating an outdoor living room you can both dine in and lounge. The light gray of the stone pavers creates subtle texture and elegance that contrast nicely with the dark couch. Just don't forget to hook up a tv
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