“Leisure and laziness are two different things.
— Benjamin Franklin
People don’t use the term “leisure” much anymore. When they do it tends to differ little from idleness or recreation.
But leisure isn’t either of those things.
Leisure in its true form is recovery. Healing. Stillness. Enjoyment of the moment and not simply the state of “not working”.
Leisure is snatching back moments of peace from a busy world.
These days we’re bombarded with chill-time stimuli that invades our peace of mind and turns healthy leisure time into a crazy sense of guilt that we "should" be doing something else.
Advertisements, doom and gloom news or the latest drama on social media are all sources. In light of this, helping people master the art of leisure has really become a central focus for why we do what we do.
The importance of making space to “make space” can’t be over-stated these days. We all work better when leisure and recovery are respected.
So often, what’s needed isn’t always vacation, its a space for leisure to flourish right at home.
Aside from things like boosting resale value, the best reason to landscape your home is to have a space you don’t want to escape from.
Think of it like a space where leisure is the only objective — be it with family, friends or solo.
Here's a few spots we've built that help their owners do precisely that.
Sleek modern patio to keep things tonal. Bring a heat lamp outside for warmth, so you can still hang out there during the chillier months.
If you have limited usable outdoor space, you can still take advantage of the fresh air in style. You may live in the city. But that doesn't mean you can't also reap the beautifying benefits of greenery
Alfresco dining is great, but cooking outside is even better. A covered grill and wet bar allow for dining without the fuss of all the plumbing upgrades required for a full kitchen.
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