Weekly Faves: 5 Inspiring Outdoor Spaces


Updated 11/17/11 12:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Thanksgiving Outdoor Decorating

Fall and Winter images are dominating my imagination's internal landscape this week. Luckily, inspirational images are everywhere, and I've found some lovely ideas for decorating and enjoying the great outdoors through the chillier seasons. See what you can do with the outdoor landscape this Fall and Winter with some inspiring images! Read more

Weekly Faves: Six Inspiring Outdoor Spaces


Updated 11/10/11 2:50 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Fall Vineyard Pictures Plus More Outdoor Decor Pictures

This week, I'm looking to imaginative outdoor spaces that serve as ideal settings for entertaining and relaxing. Since these areas are intended to bring us closer to the natural world, sometimes the simplest decor creates the biggest impact. The design of these outdoor spaces is definitely led by their surroundings, allowing nature to take center stage. Whether you have an acre of land, a Read more

Get Cooking With 5 Outstanding Outdoor Kitchens


Updated 08/18/11 10:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Outdoor Kitchen Ideas (Pictures) — Aug. 18, 2011

In the heat of Summer, I try to spend every moment I can outdoors. Since I spend much of my time at home cooking up a storm, it would be a dream to have an outdoor kitchen at my home, so I could do both at once. A built-in ventilation system — breeze! — also comes quite in handy. Let's take a look at five outstanding outdoor kitchens for a little design inspiration! Read more

11 Smart Supplies to Have on Hand For Summer Parties


Updated 07/27/11 11:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Outdoor Party Shopping Supplies

Have you thrown a backyard Summer bash yet? If not, it's time to start planning! Whether you're a regular party thrower or only an occasional host, all of these supplies are essential for your events. It's always better to invest in party supplies that are re-usable, which can help cut down on your soiree's waste stream. And even better, many of these supplies can find a permanent use in your Read more

Cool Idea: A Sophisticated and Masculine Terrace


Updated 10/11/10 1:35 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Designer Kyle Schuneman Creates Terrace For Esquire House

Designer Kyle Schuneman sent me an email over the weekend with pictures from the Don Q Terrace that he designed for the 2010 Esquire House in LA. Kyle writes, I was asked to team up with the rum company, Don Q, and bring their brand to life for the pool area of the $18.9 Million dollar Esquire House that is designed to be the ultimate bachelor pad.  The theme was "Fire and Ice" based off of Read more

Do You Entertain Outdoors in Fall and Winter?


Updated 09/12/10 12:10 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 4 comments

Entertaining Outdoors in Colder Seasons

The Summer and Spring seasons present ample opportunities for outdoor entertaining — who doesn’t like lounging on a sunny back deck, drink in hand? But moving the party outdoors in the cooler seasons is riskier and, depending on where you live, may be out of the question entirely. Personally, I like bundling up in sweaters, lighting the outdoor fire pit, and firing up the grill with friends, Read more

House Tour: Lost Weekends in Los Feliz


Updated 08/10/10 2:47 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Los Feliz Home Showcases Unique Perspective of Commune Design

Los Angeles-based design collective Commune Design is nothing if not diverse. Not content to simply work in designing residences, Commune tackles everything from hotels to graphic design from coast to coast, while also maintaining an online shop stocked with its goods. One residential project that caught my eye was this Catalina Street Spanish home in Los Feliz, CA. There are a number of Read more