Dining Al Fresco

Happy Spring!

One of the best things about spring and summer (in my opinion) is being able to eat outdoors again!  The fresh air, the warm sun, and great food and wine is quite possibly one of the combinations that makes me happiest. I think for that one meal, it almost makes you feel like you are on vacation! 

This one would be my dream setup...

These are a little more attainable, and will hopefully help you get excited about warmer weather (or maybe inspired to try one of these spaces yourself!)

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Prefab Fabulous

M and I have been on the house hunt now for a little while, and, we quickly realized that it is going to be really hard to find exactly what we want.  Well, yesterday I came across these amazingly awesome contemporary pre-fab semi custom houses. They are very affordable, green, and really cool if you like the look of clean, contemporary lines, exposed wood and metals, and wide open floor plans.  Here are some views of how these pre-fabs are completed...

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