When you’re planning on building a deck or thinking about a deck renovation or patio project, consider how you’ll use your outdoor living space. Outdoor kitchens are popular, but you might also consider creating an outdoor family room with a cozy seating area and warming fireplace.
Outdoor family time is a great way for family 
members to reconnect with each other while also enjoying the outdoors. When you’re planning your outdoor family room, keep in mind that you’ll want to incorporate many of the elements your family enjoys in their indoor environment.
Your inside family room probably includes comfortable seating and convenient furnishings, ample and varied light sources, room for playing games or snacking, and special spots for reading a book, holding a conversation or even taking a nap. You can recreate each of those vignettes in your outdoor deck or patio space as well.
See blog on Features to Consider When Creating a Living Space Outside.
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