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WRITTEN BY MICHAEL BUNN

1 SAVANNAH HARDSCAPES Dining al fresco has led to cooking al fresco. The moveable feast has moved to the great outdoors, and Savannah Hardscapes leads the way with a full range of outdoor appliances to make your outdoor entertaining sizzle. Whether you intend to grill it, smoke it, wok it, cook it on a rotisserie or in an oven, there’s an outdoor kitchen appliance for the job. There are warming drawers to keep your food fresh after it comes off the fire and outdoor hoods to keep the fresh air fresh. There’s a full line of refrigerated storage and dispensers to make sure your favorite brew or nicely aged Chardonnay stays at the perfect temperature. All you need for a perfect backyard outing are some wonderful guests and a day of sunshine. SAVANNAHHARDSCAPES.COM

2 FOUNTAINS ‘N’ SUCH With today’s challenging economy, people are spending more time at home and many have discovered that water features can provide relaxation while enhancing the environment, creating a much-needed oasis in their backyard. For nearly a decade Fountains’n’Such has been providing a wide range of creative options from residential fountains to larger projects including the new interactive fountain at Forsyth Park. With a variety of fountains to fit any budget, Fountains’n’Such is just the ticket to create an inviting and welcoming refuge. FOUNTAINSNSUCH.CO

3 YEAR ROUND POOL The latest wave in the swimming pool industry is “green,” environmentally friendly and cost-effective products. People are looking for alternatives to chlorine to use as a sanitizer. Year Round Pool Company offers the Jandy Aqua Pure and Aqua Link saltwater sanitizing systems for pools and spas. Saltwater swimming pool systems have a saline level similar to eye drops so they are easy on the eyes and skin. ACE saltwater sanitizing systems are also available for self-contained spas. While many people love saltwater pool systems, until now the technology has not been a viable option. YEARROUNDPOOL.COM

4 PACE LIGHTING Exterior lighting offers many benefits to homeowners. A well-lit home is safer and more secure, illuminated steps and pathways help prevent accidents in the dark, and strategically placed lighting can create the right mood for an outdoor soiree. Lighting at night also showcases your home and surrounding property, and Pace has all the equipment and know-how to key in on architectural features to create a visually interesting space. PACELIGHTING.COM

Guest Editor: Michael Bunn

Michael Bunn is the manager of the outdoor living division of Savannah Hardscapes. In addition to summer kitchens, Michael also offers top quality outdoor furniture lines such as Richard Schultz, Brown Jordan, Lloyd Flanders, Gloster, Barlow Tyrie and others. Stone fireplace mantels from Francois & Company and Chesney’s are also offered. Contact Michael at 843.784.6060 or at mbunn@savannahhardscapes.com.

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2. Frameless Framing- Plexi face mounting is a crisp, sleek, contemporary way to display photos. Art lovers may not recognize it by name, but its been used for signs and graphics for years and has recently gained popularity in the world of fine art photography. The front of the photo is mounted to the reverse of the plexi, adding depth and luminosity to color photographs. At Image is Everything, they’ll print your photo and plexi face mount it for you. The edges are polished—suitable for hanging directly on the wall.

3. Period Frame Design and Restoration- Master Solutions specializes in the art of traditional frame building. They start from raw moulding and build upon it using traditional methods of hand carving, gilding and various specialty finishes to create a masterpiece of a frame. They can custom design a frame for a specific work of art, but they also specialize in restoring antique frames and in recreating period frames.

4. Whimsical Frame- Shop SCAD offers a line of brightly colored fabric frames called Puffy Frames. They were designed by Ashley Olson (B.F.A., fibers, 2007) and are now part of the Working Class Studio collection. Fun and whimsical, they are great for framing posters, lightweight mirrors and photos.

5. Architectural Salvage Frames- At Pinch of the Past, framing fanatics can get creative amidst a selection of vintage and antique frames. The store also offers painted window sashes, leaded windows, and other odds and ends that easily convert into a unique frame for a mirror or photo. A wonderful item is the tin sheet ceiling. The folks at Pinch of the Past can cut out the middle for an instant frame.

About the author: Jenny Weldy is a Savannah native, founding member of the Savannah Local Food Collaborative, board member for DesotoRow Gallery and owner of Maldoror’s Frame Shop in Savannah’s Starland District. Maldoror’s Frame Shop offers budget- friendly, preservation-oriented and eco-friendly custom picture framing services along with a selection of matted and framed antique prints.

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