People are spending more of their time at home or at their cottages and spending less time and less money on vacation travel and restaurant spending. Professionally designed and constructed outdoor environments are on the increase.
Currently, one third of Canadians have an outdoor kitchen and living space at their home or cottage. Half of the rest say they are planning major renovations to include a functional outdoor room.
The Pacific Northwest lends itself to year round outdoor recreation and dining ‘al fresco’ is no exception. David’s passion for masonry, his love of good food and a hospitable climate all combined to become an expansion of his business when he committed to represent Forno Bravo - a leading manufacturer of authentic Italian made wood-fired ovens and fireplaces.
David Johnstone Masonry and Design will assist you in finding the best ways to make the outside of your home look as good as the inside and increase your living area by incorporating your outdoor space.
Outdoor rooms with covered patios offer shelter and with a fireplace or freestanding patio heater, the outdoor season is further extended. Timberframe, built in gas barbeques, wood burning and gas fireplaces, bake ovens, sinks, concrete and stone counters, wrought iron utensil hooks, stone planters… all add ambiance and entertainment value to an outdoor room.
For some, the focus may be river rock planters for herbs and flagstone walkways that connect more than one outdoor space. Others the focal point may centre on the fireplace, bake oven and outdoor kitchen with exterior lighting and a fully wired sound system with interior/exterior connection. The combinations are endless…. A cohesive design will match your needs to any size space.
Wonderful food with fresh ingredients, knowing what’s in the food you’re eating, cooking tips and lots of great recipes at www.fornobravo.com/forum all help to make each meal as great as the last.
Back to basics…family, good friends, fresh air, great food, relaxed entertaining that’s casual yet elegant. It’s more than just an outdoor space, it’s a lifestyle!
Redefine outdoor living with David Johnstone Masonry and Design.
