a backyard fire pit

Living in Southern California,

we usually have beautiful warm days,

but our nights are always cool.  

So, it's almost an essential

to have an outdoor heat lamp

or fire element for outdoor entertaining.  

Fire pits are becoming

more and more popular

and are a perfect gathering spot 

for friends and family.

Here are a few of my favorites....

Newport Harbor

via Garden Studio Design

via Coastal Living 

  

via David Pedersen Landscape

Peninsula Point

Newport Heights

via Chic Coastal Living

via Sunset

via Sunset

via Sunset

  

overlooking Napa Valley

The Montage in Laguna

  

designed by Trina Turk

via bhg

Here's our new fire pit....

We had it built between our 
dining area 
and pool lounging area.  

The ceramic fish is vintage from Mexico 
and the pillows are from Pottery Barn. 

This is now the perfect spot for 
family gatherings 
and roasting marshmallows! 

ciao! fabiana

balboa island parade

A super fun Balboa Island tradition filled with dogs,

decorated bikes and golf carts, floats, vintage cars,

a marching band, cheer leaders and much more!

Come for the parade and after party 

featuring live music and 

dancing in the street at the fire station.

Bring beach chairs and enjoy a day of FUN!

  

ciao! fabiana

photo credit: The Daily Pilot