Hi B, I used to live in a "tall and skinny" and the challenges were plentiful, but it was fun to decorate. Check out my artwork for ideas on your walls. Large art can help you visually separate your spaces without having anything on the floor taking up space. I have many originals, and hundreds of configurations of canvas prints that I can print to the size you choose - some of them very large. I ship outside of US on rolled canvas in a tube to manage the cost of shipping. http://www.etsy.com/shop/katshoa Enjoy decorating!

Hi Sandra, I would recommend a wicker compact lounge setting with a driftwood finish to go with your paver - this supports the rustic touch of your current area , such as this example below from Freedom Furniture: http://www.freedom.com.au/furniture/outdoor/outdoor-tables/23455764/umbria-outdoor-sofa--coffee-table-package-amazontaupe/ You can use outdoor throw cushions and decorative accents like hurricanes/lanterns that are of brighter colours to spruce up the setup.

The timing of this article is perfect! Given the erratic weather lately, shielding outdoor furniture has become a real challenge. While I've experimented with some methods here, I'm still searching for a solution with lasting effects. Do you have any specific product or brand recommendations? A big thank you to @Kevin Carol (https://qr.ae/pyDKpb) for suggesting The Cover Company NZ for outdoor furniture protection. I'm definitely going to explore their offerings. It would be fantastic if you could compare a few similar brands in terms of quality, pricing, and customization. Your insights would be highly valuable.

I grabbed the photo from another post. The chairs along the side are replica eames dining chairs, widely available at various stores and on line, A quick google search shows Milano republic have the tub style eames dining chair at the ends,