DSDG Architects, Sarasota DSDGINC.com
Havana Deep
Seated Sofa.
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surround
sound, for those
who like to watch movies under the
stars.
where brilliant feasts are created.
Outdoor kitchens are perfect for
hosting large get-togethers and
enjoying quiet evenings en plein
air. These practical living areas are
now being built with a variety of
exceptional features that include
commercial quality gas grills, woodfired pizza ovens, a rotisserie, warming
drawers, refrigerator, dishwasher, beer
tap and beverage/cocktail centers ….
and outdoor plasma TV screens with
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Fashioning an outdoor living area can
command the same enthusiasm as
decorating an interior. Today's stylish,
versatile weather-and-sun resistant
outdoor furnishings and accessories
have evolved into a stunning array
of choices, far superior to the plastic
options of decades past.
A charming French bistro setting
might include rust-resistant, caféstyled tables and chairs shaded with
bright market umbrellas. Or, if your
taste leans toward the exotic, the
textural look of woven banana leaf or
braided synthetic rattan will create
the illusion of a splendid lanai on a
distant archipelago. Treated mahogany,
incorporating a distinct Asian fretwork
pattern, could be your passport to
capturing an Eastern exposure. And
the always charming classic white
wicker furniture, with its gracious
appeal, now made rugged and easy to
clean, is a classic option. Beautifully
designed cabanas and pergolas can
also offer perfect respites - with no
sunscreen required.
Adding new levels of tranquility
and beauty, swimming pools afford
an opportunity to enjoy and elevate
your outdoor living space. Current
construction techniques and new
exciting design motifs allow unique
pools incorporating high-tech features,
controlling everything from lighting to
the climate of the pool deck itself.
Architect, Mark Sultana of DSDG
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