Celebrity Outdoor Spaces

Last, but certainly not least, how do your favorite celebrities spend their time outdoors? While most have spectacular pools, it's often the views that stand out to me. So why only enjoy breathtaking views through panes of glass? Go outside and live!! Your outdoor spaces can be utilized for dining, relaxing, meditating, and even showering! So don't be afraid to maximize your outdoor square footage... after all, it's yours!

Indoor/Outdoor living at it's finest in Kelly Klein's Palm Beach, Fl home

Outdoor living room complete with fire place at Jenni Kayne's home

Outdoor balcony at Will and Jada Smith's home

Also at Kelly Klein's home, this outdoor shower
connects to the master bathroom

Lounging area around the pool at Ellen Degeneres and Portia DeRossi's home

Outdoor pavilion by the pool at Jonathan Adler's home

Multiple outdoor living spaces at Adam Levine's home

(All photos courtesy of Architectural Digest)

How to create outdoor spaces with interior items

When it comes to entertaining in the summer, taking full advantage of all your available square footage is just smart. That means utilizing your outdoor space too. Here are a few ideas on how to maximize your outdoor space for entertaining.

When you're thinking about reupholstering indoor furniture, think about using an indoor/outdoor fabric. Not only will you be able to use those pieces outside when entertaining, any inevitable spills will be a snap to clean up! And today's options when it comes to indoor/outdoor fabrics may surprise you... 

Ceramic Asian plant stands do double or even triple duty. From holding potted plants inside, you can then move them outside to be used as additional seating and/or side tables.  From traditional to ultra-modern, there's a plant stand out there just for you.

Lastly, don't forget to 'dress' your table! Bring out your linens, china, and crystal for an elegant evening complete with candelabras and flowers. Or, for a more relaxed evening, hang some old mason jars with tea candles from the trees with simple place settings and a bushel of fruit as your centerpiece. 

Tell me what you love to use to when entertaining outdoors!

Indoor/Outdoor Living

True outdoor/indoor living feels like a natural extension of your home. Here are a few great examples...

 Natural stone and stainless steel come together in this natural mountain setting.

 Outdoor living the way we really live. Who would ever want to venture back inside again?

  

 There are all kinds of things you can do to show off your personality. In this space it's the signs that set the tone. Remove them, and the whole mood of this tropical poolside bar would be irrevocably damaged.

Remember, it doesn't take much. What ever space you have, there is a way to stamp it as yours!