Erin Gonzalez is an interior designer who has worked in the outdoor industry with Marcia Blake, founder and president of Outdoor Interiors Inc., for the past year and a half, working with outdoor furniture manufacturers and clients to create inspired outdoor living spaces. Her experiences in the design world have taken her across the pond, where she worked for a design firm in London. Erin will be sharing her passionate views on all that inspires the outdoor room.
Capturing the holiday spirit

Unquestionably, the holiday season is one of ambiance. It is a time where we all gather our closest friends and families and celebrate the blessings in our world. Inevitably, we aim to do so in an environment that lends itself to togetherness and gratitude. During this time of year there is nothing more satisfying than the warmth of a fire, the nostalgia of a classic holiday film and the scrumptio... Read More
Comments (4)Indulging the senses

Without a doubt, fall is upon us. Despite the continued heat in Southern California, the month of October brings a subtle season change, and I personally cannot wait. Fall brings about such a sense of cozy instincts and nostalgia to those, like me, who absolutely love this season. It is a time when people start changing the décor within their homes, switching out bright summer colors for more mute... Read More
Comments (0)Luxury lifestyle in showroom vignettes

It seems everywhere you go big-name retail stores are putting more of an effort into their visual merchandising in order to draw consumers in and create a lasting impression. Retail stores such as Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware and Z-Gallery have been doing this for years, and specialty retailers and showrooms within the outdoor industry are taking notice. Within today's competitive market,... Read More
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