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Homeowner Leslie Saeta of My 100 Year Old Home has a covered outdoor room that allows for airlow during the summer while also providing shade. The roof will also keep the rug and seating cushions in better condition.
PHOTO BY BRET GUM
1. DETERMINE FUNCTIONALITY. First, as with any room plan, decide what you want to do in the space. Will you be entertaining? Do you want a place to sit with a cup of iced tea while you supervise your kids? Look at your space to see how it might best fit those needs. If you want to be able to work on your laptop while overseeing playtime, you’ll need seating in the shade so you can see your laptop screen, but also have a view of the yard. If you want to entertain, make sure you have enough space for a table that will fit the number of guests you typically host.