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15 Idea-Filled Outdoor Rooms

Life on the coast means spending more time outside than in. Create the perfect hangout with ideas from these gorgeous spaces.

Dark-stained wooden shutters allow the flow of air from the outside patio into the airy living room.

Photo by Jean Allsopp, Text by Katie A. Gregg

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Let Nature Be Your Guide

All-wood design schemes ground outdoor living areas in the setting. Exotic hardwoods such as teak and mahogany naturally resist pests and stand up to harsh coastal climates.

Use louvered shutters to promote circulation and provide privacy. Shutters also serve as a decorative touch, imparting a Caribbean feel.

NextCreate A Family Hangout

Bright green color makes a surprise appearence on this sun porch ceiling while its walls are kept stark white.

Previous Slide Tie It Together

The entire family sits on chairs while relaxing and taking in the view on this porch that faces the ocean.

Next Slide Create A Family Hangout

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Dark-stained wooden shutters allow the flow of air from the outside patio into the airy living room.

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