CABANA CHIC
Jodi and Darryl transformed a large, neglected backyard into a chic entertaining nucleus that has become
a favourite place to gather family and friends.
● They started by adding custom granite stonework
around the perimeter of the yard.
● The do-it-yourselfers wanted to create a relaxed
atmosphere with separate seating areas, an actual
bar with a sink, a bar fridge as well as storage for
pantry items and tableware.
● Modern cedar lattice provides privacy and,
during the summer months, is covered in clematis
blooms.
● To the left of the cabana, a hammock provides a
perfectly cosy spot for a summertime read. For
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extra seating, Darryl built a dining table out of
salvaged mahogany and stained it black. Twelve
can seat comfortably on an iron bench and chairs.
● Pillows in sky blue, white and green add punch to
a grey sofa while the gas range fireplace provides
warmth on cool nights.
● White and charcoal-grey drapery panels frame the
space and soften the otherwise hard lines of the
wood, making the cabana feel more contained.
● The couple found everything for the project at
Surrey New and Used (surreynewandused.com).
"With a little imagination and creativity, anyone
can do what we did," says Jodi.
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