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WSVN--This enclosed front porch has become a urban garden of sorts for the homeowner, but it still needs that extra something to turn the entire space into a little piece of paradise! It's all about decorating around the plants on today's Room For Improvement!
Martin Amado: "Room for Improvement."
Martin Amado: "How often do you use it."
Rosalie: "I do use it a lot of repotting, watering and just doing functional things for my plants
."Rosalie: "I want something attractive, but still functional
."Martin Amado: "You can tell Rosalie has a green thumb. But, right now her front porch looks more like storage for plants rather than a showcase. So let's clear out the jungle before we begin."
Martin Amado: "I'm sure we can find a more attractive way of storing the potting soil than this
."Martin Amado: "Last plant"
Design Direction:
Having all these plants on the ground really takes away from the beauty of the space. One solution is to use these planters and give them height.
Martin Amado: "You can also use decorative hooks and give the room more eye candy."
Martin Amado: "I came up with a creative container to store Rosalie's potting soil. And, I simply used a terra cotta pot and a saucer."
Martin Amado: "To make the lid. First drill a hole in a saucer
."Martin Amado: "I decorated the lid with some outdoor paint and simply added a handle."
Martin Amado: "Since I'm using this for soil, I need to plug the drain hole. All I did was take a smaller saucer. Use some liquid nails and place it right in the center
."Martin Amado: "Total project cost, less than ten dollars."
Martin's Amado: "Bistro sets add a lot of charm and are a perfect seating arrangement on a small porch or balcony to have your morning coffee
. Thank you.Martin Amado: "Even an Etagere can become a beautiful plant fixture. In this case, Rosalie can also use it as a potting bench."
Martin's Magic
Final touch a doormat and a decorative wreath that ties in with the garden room we created.
Martin Amado: "This morning what appeared to be a greenhouse was actually the front walkway to the home. By using decorative planters and furniture pieces, we've created an outdoor room for the homeowner to enjoy more often and a space that's more welcoming to those who visit. Final budget, less than $500!"
Martin Amado: "Open your eyes."
Rosalie: "Oh My. This is gorgeous. This is gorgeous
. I love it I love it!"Martin Amado: "Who said you have to give up on your love of gardening just because you don't have a backyard? With the right elements in place you can still create a beautiful retreat that brings you closer to nature just by walking into your front porch or balcony! Until next week."
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Contact:room@wsvn.com
DADE: 305-576-HOME
BROWARD: 954-962-HOME