Original article published by Atomic Ranch
October 10, 2021 Jolene Nolte
Photo by Matthew Gallant.
This Pacific Northwest home is rain-ready with a modern pergola sheltering the outdoor Malm and seating area. See more of this home here.
Photo by Rex Bonomelli.
Another outdoor Malm to warm up those cold desert evenings. The green color is especially easy on the eyes, and the curvilinear designs of the patio furniture echo the Malm’s streamlined design. See more of this home here.
Photo by Chad Mellon.
The need for warmth around a fire has always drawn people together, so why not intentionally make your outdoor fireplace the anchored center of a conversation area? The U-shaped seating around this outdoor Malm makes it a cozy place to linger and admire the desert stars and others’ company. And throws are in line of sight on the repurposed ladder for additional warmth. See more of this home here.
Photo by Bret Gum.
This open-air atrium is also designed around an outdoor fire pit and conversation area. This gas, custom built fire pit serves as a functional centerpiece to encourage guests to linger outside. See more of this home here.
Photo by Robert Mauer
This funky propane fireplace looks ready for takeoff, adding some sculptural visual interest as well as warmth. See more of this home here.