The article discusses the suitability of pavement in outdoor spaces within the mid-Atlantic climate, emphasizing its advantages for high-traffic areas experiencing heavy rain. Robert J. Bell highlights common concerns with uneven turf, especially for formal attire. The concept of 'Mar-a-Lago Style,' deeply influenced by luxury aesthetics found in Florida, suggests that the White House Rose Garden could incorporate elegant hardscaping while nodding to historical design elements, as per Irena Viitiuk's insights. Angie Kreller elaborates on this style's theatricality and maximalist tendencies, referencing its grand and bold design features.
"Anyone who has walked on spongy turf in formal shoes knows that queasy feeling you get when you're not sure if you're going to sink into a soft patch," says Bell.
"It's a blend of Mediterranean revival hints of Palm Beach, drenched in gold finishes, grand chandeliers, patterned floors, heavy drapery, and plenty of oversized everything," says Kreller.
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