Phase 2 of The House Behind The Trees ~ The downstairs #TeelsBuildaHouse

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So we are starting the downstairs ... I HATE to say basement because we had a basement in our old home, where you opened a door and went down stairs separated from anything else. It was a finished basement complete with a bedroom, craft room, family/game room and we spent a lot of time there ~ our oldest son moved down there in jr high and stayed through high school ... until we finished the master suite in the attic then he moved back up to the bedroom floor with his brother and sister.  So here our downstairs is open to the rest of the house, you can see through to the outside from the top of the stairs going down because we have a wall of windows down there as well.  We really didn't plan to have a kiddo down there but since we are having to do a switch-a-roo with rooms (I'll explain later) he is moving home soon and will be downstairs. Anyhoo, our downstairs will house our main family room, our middle sons room, a full bath and kitchenette.  I thought it would be fun ...
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Clever Decor Ideas For Small Patios

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Even if your outdoor space is tiny, it's still possible to create a stylish, welcoming patio you'll love to spend time in. From creating privacy and adding mood lighting to choosing furniture you love, here are 11 ideas from our friends at Houzz to transform your patio.

Decked Out
You don't have to live with a crummy patio floor anymore: These easy-to-install wooden tiles can be snapped into place quickly and taken up if you move.

Chic Seats
If you can only fit a chair or two, make sure they make an impression. Here, mod white chairs mingle with ceramic garden stools and potted succulents for a fresh, fun look. Soften the edges of a tiny patio with curvaceous pots and tall greenery.

Secret Garden
An arched trellis can provide privacy, even if you live in a city with tall buildings. Sitting hidden beneath green vines, you'll hardly remember you have neighbors.

Zen Retreat
A simple wood-slat trellis and minimalist furniture create a peaceful space to unwind. Choose smooth river stones as mulch and one meaningful sculpture or icon.

Detail Oriented
Map out your patio space on paper before making any changes—you may realize you can fit more than you thought. In this small space, the designer squeezed in a grill, a dining area, and built-in planters.

Raise the Roof
Have a rooftop patio? Take advantage of vertical space by planting tall trees in large planters. The visual lift will make your rooftop feel like a real destination.

Light It Up
An outdoor space feels bigger and more welcoming when it's well lit. Try adding landscape lighting to the plantings in the corners of your patio to draw the eye all the way to the edges of the space.

Go Solo
Forget sharing: Make your patio all about you. Place one lounge chair lengthwise, plump it up with comfy pillows, roll out a simple mat beside it and finish the area with a few potted plants.

Off the Wall
Wall-mounted planters add extra green when floor space is at a premium. A slender console table is another smart addition to this patio, providing space for candles, watering supplies and extra seating tucked underneath.

Privacy Please
Cable wires mounted between fence posts create a sturdy support for climbing plants. Over time the plants will fill in the area, providing privacy for your patio.

Water Works
A wall fountain helps mask street noise and chatter from neighbors, while providing a beautiful focal point you can enjoy indoors or out.

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