Open-air living

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Optimizing the design of an open-air room can best be achieved by orienting the room 15% east of the south, which allows the room to catch the breeze coming from the southwest. Fans can also be utilized in these rooms since they increase air circulation and increase comfort.

Author: Kellum, Jo
Architecture, Domestic, Home design, Sunspaces

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A little bit of style

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Interior decorator Randy Roper was able to create a wonderful garden after demolishing an old building which ate up most of the 39-foot-deep backyard. Two round tables were placed under the pergola, an ideal place for entertaining visitors.

Author: Kellum, Jo
Interior designers, Backyard gardens, Roper, Randy

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Front step makeover

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Bill and Meachie Kahlstorf improved the design of their porch by replacing the two sets of steps with a single set and a series of landings. By improving their porch, visitors to the Kahlstorfs' home can enter the French doors more easily.

Author: Kellum, Jo
Porches

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Subjects list: Methods, Design and construction
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