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from the passing gaze of those walking by.” Monica Palmer says the lush plantings were inspired by the owners’ visits to Singapore. “They wanted to have a tropical feel at home, too. The trick was finding plants with the right look that would thrive in a temperate climate.” resources & more images 44819 at trendsideas.com outdoor living video 45351 at trendsideas.com Above: Outdoor furnishings by Mobilia were chosen by Gliosca to extend the relaxed, resort-like feel. The stone-clad central column provides a visual demarcation between the outdoor dining and living areas, and conceals downpipes that channel rainwater for recycling. Left: The reinvented home shows no trace of its past. Two modern outdoor ceiling fans keep the alfresco spaces cool in summer. search | save | share at trendsideas.com 147