When it comes to our bedrooms, living rooms and dining rooms, we put so much thought and consideration into the layout and design to ensure our comfort and that of our guests. We consider functional needs and aesthetic design while layering in our own unique style – but when was the last time you put...
Chef Michael Symon knows a thing or two about barbecuing. Besides penning multiple grilling cookbooks and owning several restaurants dedicated to that perfect char, he’s also a co-host of ABC’s The Chew and Food Network’s Throwdown with Michael Symon, and a winner of the prestigious James Beard Award for Best Chefs in America. This year,...
Gliding across the glassy surface of perfect pool water, basking in the warmth of the sun … is there any better way to spend a summer day? Pool floats have become exceptionally versatile – perfect for kids who are ready to play, parents who are ready to relax and everyone in between. They’re a necessity...
There aren't many interior designers who can say their career began when they were sophomores in high school - but Kevin Francis O'Gara can. A few years later at age 22, after studying interior design and hospitality at Cornell University, the Atlanta-based designer launched his eponymous product and design studio Kevin Francis Design. In addition...
On days when the thermostat dips, the best way to avoid getting chilly outdoors is with a decent heat source. There are several things to consider when deciding which type to use, and which will be most effective in your space. Here is a primer for determining how best to stay warm when the weather...
Comfort. Quality. And style. When it comes to choosing outdoor furniture for your home, these three features top the list of non-negotiables – and that’s why we keep them at the forefront of every piece of outdoor dining and seating we design. (That all of our outdoor furniture is also easy to care for is...
After a long winter of being cooped up inside, Erin Gates was ready to get outside. The founder of Boston-based Erin Gates Design and lifestyle blog Elements of Style had several spaces she wanted to update, and we teamed up with her to help create comfortable outdoor rooms where she could kick back with family...
Is your outdoor living area feeling less than lively? Those finishing touches that "make a house a home" also can make your alfresco space feel fresh and cohesive. Here are seven ways to perk up the style of outdoor seating and dining areas. 1. PILLOWS Just like their indoor cousins, outdoor pillows can dramatically shift...
One of the quickest ways to perk up your front porch or patio is with an attractive door mat. Mats provide a warm, stylish welcoming element while working to keep your house cleaner. There are a number of considerations, depending on what you’re looking for. Come on inside… The Ideal Size You’ll first need to...
While we love an expansive outdoor sofa and lounge chairs, or maybe a sectional with a chaise, not every outdoor space – or lifestyle – calls for a traditional seating collection. Sometimes you need something a little more, a little less, or a little out of the box. Or maybe you have a seating collection...
Roasting marshmallows in the summertime, sipping cider cuddled under a soft blanket in October – no matter the season or the activity, fire pits are often the centerpiece of outdoor living. They’re great for outdoor entertaining from early spring through late fall – and even into winter, depending on how much snow you get. Both...
As the leader in furniture style, Frontgate crafts signature seating you can’t find anywhere else. And one of our favorite materials for flexing our creative muscles is our durable outdoor wicker. Take a look at four all-weather furniture collections, where we transformed this classic material into statement-making centerpieces for your outdoor entertaining space with innovative...
When the sun is shining and the weather is gorgeous, there’s no place we’d rather be than out on the patio, soaking it all in. And that holds true whether we’re inviting friends over on Friday night or looking for a quiet end to a busy day at work. Modular furniture offers countless configurations that...
Now that we’ve hit mid-summer and have a few outdoor parties under our belts, we decided it was time to revamp the traditional barbecue menu and try something new. And who better to help us than restaurateur Donatella Arpaia? The culinary wizard and television personality has masterminded numerous restaurant menus and authored a cookbook, so...
Every year about this time, we look forward to the first post-frost weekend to set our sights on livening up our outdoor spaces. This year, we decided it was time to take our plant styling up a notch, so we turned to our favorite local plant resource, Fern Shop. Owner Megan Strasser is a former...
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