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pots are popular, as well as double dishwashers and climate- controlled wine storage that combine form with function. Outdoor Entertaining One of the privileges of living along Florida's Gulf Coast is enjoying our nearly perfect year-round weather to entertain outdoors. Now homeowners can expand their entertaining space from the indoors to the outdoor porches, seamlessly creating a fully furnished living area with covered entranceways and adorned with fire features and fragrant pergolas, making it an ideal spot for everyone to enjoy. e living space can be designed with a range of styles, from casual to Avant-garde, with sliding or French doors that transition the space from daytime to nighime entertaining options. An outdoor kitchen makes al fresco dining a luxurious event. Add multi-fuel grills, pizza ovens, lockable refrigeration and storage, counter and prep areas create cooking options for any menu. Divine dining areas that celebrate water views, pool areas, and herb and edible gardens, are wonderful ways to linger over a meal with friends and family. Let There Be Light Lighting fixtures have taken on a new status in the home. By using LED bulbs, homeowners can create any mood they want – from artistic to create to whimsical – from the touch of a buon. Rope lighting hidden by crown molding or tray ceiling designs provides mood lighting and color options, especially when controlled by computerized systems. Glass artists and contemporary industrial lights designs are also proving popular in renovated spaces. Tapping into eco-friendly options, more homeowners are opting for Florida's natural electricity – solar power – during renovation upgrades. Solar power offers all the benefits of harnessing the power of the sun and offer significantly lower utility costs for both heating and cooling. Getting Underfoot Wood flooring remains the preferred choice, with marble, stone, and tile also high on the design list. Advances in engineered hardwood flooring , oen more durable and easier to install, give homeowners more versatility in the design layout. Choose wide plank, hand-peeled formats, featuring unique woods and finishes that depart from the traditional oak, pine, or fir to open up a world of selections to complement any room décor. Add hand woven area rugs to create an additional layer of design flair to the space. Choose your favorite style of cultural Persian, Indian, or Chinese designs to soen and warm cool stone or tile floors. 24 | FLORIDA HOMES MAGAZINE