I so wish I owned property to do one of these in my yard…

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{House & Garden Magazine}
It has been scorching here in Milwaukee. I don’t remember a late Spring & early Summer starting off this hot & humid. Usually it takes until July & August. But yesterday alone was 96 with indices at 103 & 108 (by my job). The dew point was in the 70s. Extremely muggy & hard to breathe which I dislike. However I do love hot days cuz that means hot nights and I’m a night owl :-) . If only I had the space to entertain and chill leisurely. The above space is so cozy yet tailored & chic. I love all the potted greenery…

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{Elle Decor}
Love the star shaped tables and tribal print pillows. Perfect for lounging around and evoking a casual atmosphere…

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But having some shade relief would be a must. I like this because it reminds me of blinds…
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Now is the time to crank up outdoor fireplaces & fire pits…

{Kim Kardashian’s outdoor living space}

Our heat wave has ended. I was loving those 88 degree humid nights, although my hair wasnt :-( . But now that the highs are in the 80s, that means our nights are only in the 70s or a little cooler. I can get cold rather easily so these are the times for outdoor fireplaces…

 

Huntington Beach contemporary patio
 
 
House exterior 3 mediterranean exterior
 
Kapalua Bay tropical pool
 
 
International Style tropical pool