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Creating an outdoor living room for extended space
Rather than extending the footprint of your house, why not consider an outdoor room?

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Extend your home's living space by creating a versatile outdoor living room. Options range from simple covered decks to fully equipped garden rooms. For a cohesive look, create a seamless transition with level thresholds and similar flooring materials.
Bring indoor comforts outside with modern weatherproof furniture, rugs, and even outdoor fireplaces. Features like louvred roofs and heating allow for year-round use, effectively adding a valuable, multi-purpose area to your home without a major extension.
Outdoor living rooms: from a deck to a full-blown garden room
This outdoor space designed by Bolig Architecture, offers a beautiful alfresco setting with all the comforts of an indoor room. Image: John Williams
All the creature comforts: outdoor living rooms that emphasise living
Designed by Jessop Architects, this covered outdoor room extends the living area of a Remuera home. Image: John Williams
Outdoor living rooms that maximise your indoor space
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