Farmhouse STYLE GARDENS

Add these farmhouse elements to your outdoor spaces.

• RECLAIMED FENCES. Fences are more than borders. You can add character to your space with a white picket fence or a rustic reclaimed wood fence. “You can choose to emphasize the natural color and texture of the wood, or paint and seal the fence using eco-friendly paints and preservatives for added interest,” Bird and Duchars write.

• SHELVING. Storage and shelving are easy to overlook in an outdoor space. Creating shelving allows you to display plants, candles or other types of outdoor dećor. You can even DIY a cute rope ladder shelf using salvaged wood. “Simply saw three planks to the right size and drill holes in the corners. Then thread rope through the holes, knotting on the underside of each plank to secure,” Bird and Duchars write. • TREE BENCH. Have a tree that’s a staple of your backyard? Consider adding a tree bench below it. This will provide a shady spot to escape the sun and a place to gaze out at your backyard. Tree benches are also the perfect seating option for smaller gardens.

You can bring a sofa and living space to your outdoor areas. Take the comfort of your home outside and bring cushions, pillows and blankets to your outdoor furniture. This handmade sofa created from pressuretreated scaffolding boards allows for cozy family time.