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Outdoor Design
Six easy ways to create the perfect Father’s Day
Week 12: Britt and Taz
The room: Front yard and facade
Score: 31/40 (fifth place)
“This is a really good use of space – very smart,” said Darren Palmer of the outdoor cinema.
Minimal planting and pared-back styling in their front yard were complemented by an inclusion of an outdoor cinema for Britt and Taz.
Britt and Taz kept their front yard relatively simple, allowing the architecture of the house to do most of the talking. The couple included a few different outdoor seating options around the front to create cosy conversation nooks, while keeping the front door clear of clutter.
A generous section of lawn for kids to play in and to soften the facade, included a charming water feature.
Planting throughout the front yard was minimal and restrained with a dainty collection of plants around the perimeter, complemented by a dry riverbed, which matched the one in the backyard.
The couple’s big addition was an outdoor cinema installed along the side of the house, along with an open fire area.
But it was the garage door that proved to be the showstopper, featuring a decal by local First Nations artist Troy Firebrace in the same muted palette of the facade and the interior.
Design tip
A garage door is a great opportunity to be creative and add some personality to your facade. Consider painting it in a strong feature shade for a pop of colour, or even look at a mural or artwork similar to Britt and Taz’s choice.
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Health & Safety
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
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