Broadview Homes Suggestions for a Beautiful Outdoor Space
Getting ready to fire up the grill? Looking forward to kicking back with an ice cold lemonade (or something a little stronger)? Better weather is now upon us, and the days are only going to get nicer. You want to have a beautiful outdoor space, and we’ve got some of the best ideas out there.
Eating Areas
If you’re planning on spending long hours outside, you’ll want to have a space for eating. Choose a table size that’s right for your family. If you’ll be having a lot of people over frequently, you might want to get a big table with extra seating. You’ll find a lot of options at your regular home goods store, including tables with beautiful glass or stone mosaic tops. For seating around the table, it’s usually best to stick with chairs. Benches always look like a great option, but it can be difficult for those sitting in the middle to get in and out of their seats.
You’ll also find many people setting up something like an outdoor kitchen in their backyard areas. Located around the grill, they’ll install a bit of extra counter space. This allows you to do some prep work outside or to have a lot of space for serving dishes at your next backyard barbeque.
Relaxing Spaces
You want a backyard that will help you unwind, so plan for that by setting up a designated space for relaxing. Look for comfortable chairs for lounging, and arrange them in a way that encourages conversation. When selecting pieces, you want things made from material that won’t be harmed in the rain and won’t get too hot in the sun.
Setting up a firepit is an excellent idea. There are few things more relaxing than staring at the flickering flames, and a firepit also allows you to use the backyard area when the weather is a little cooler. There are certainly plenty of ideas for creating your own fireplace from bricks, but consider buying one too. With a gas firepit, you won’t have to worry about having enough wood on hand or waiting for the fire to die out before you go to bed.
Fun for Kids
It will be easier to drag the kids away from their electronic devices if you carefully plan some fun spaces in the backyard. Buying a large play structure is easy enough, and many modern versions look great. You might also paint a portion of the fence using chalkboard paint for drawing pictures. Little kids will love having a special area where they can dig in the dirt with their shovels and trucks or a “mud kitchen” for cooking up some specialties. Fairy gardens are also popular with children.
Cooling Off
In a brand-new home, you probably don’t have a lot of mature trees providing shade in the backyard. Not to worry, though! You just need to set up your own shaded areas. This can be done with things like shade sails over the patio area or a pergola in the garden with fast-growing vines. In order to properly set them up for maximum shade, pay attention to how, where, and when the sun hits your backyard. Professional installation is often available.
Perfect Patios
Having a designated patio area is nice. Many people opt to include a wood deck when they purchase their home. If you did this, look for ways that you can spruce it up. For instance, you could include planters of flowers to give the space some colour. You could add an outdoor rug for a textured look, or some pops of colour with the cushions on your chairs. Whatever ideas you go with, they will add some layers of fun to your patio.
If you didn’t include a deck in your home design, think about adding one later. You could hire a contractor to do the work for you, or create one on your own.
Outdoor Lighting
With the right outdoor lighting, you can stay outside much longer. Think carefully about the mood that you want to create. A basic outdoor light that’s controlled from inside is an easy solution, but it can be a bit too bright, and there’s a chance that it could attract bugs. Instead, look for some more subtle options.
For instance, tiki torches set around the space provide a soft, flickering light along with a bit of warmth. Strings of light, though, may be one of the most fun options. At the same time, they look surprisingly sophisticated. You could put them up just around the patio area, or string them in trees throughout the yard.
A beautiful outdoor space doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. With a few simple accessories, you’ll be able to enjoy your backyard for years to come.
