Your backyard does not have to be some dull and drab space that is unused and is just collecting dust – nay,nay. Some people would kill to have that backyard because it really is prime real estate that can be used as an extension of the home and it can be a great place to make some memories or relax if you know how to spruce that backyard up! Let’s help you turn that backyard from drab to fab.
Cozy Fire Pit Area
Allow Us to paint a picture for you: You sitting by a crackling fire with your friends and family, talking, roasting marshmallows, enjoying the warmth on a cold night. Fire pits really do become the center of any backyard. They can work with just about any decor, be it a modern metal design, or classic stones. Throw some comfortable seating around like pillows or logs, and that is already a cozy space. Swing some string lights above, and you have the perfect seating area on those warm summer nights!
Inviting Hot Tub Haven
Is there anything more serene than sitting in a hot tub at night with the stars in the sky? Whether it is a place to relax or somewhere to spend time with friends, hot tubs are the perfect summer or fall addition to your backyard. Find a gorgeous space in your backyard, and add some plants or pretty tile around it. You can also go for some colorful LED lights to set the mood, and throw together a bar with drinks and snacks close by. This garden oasis will be your favorite part of your backyard!
Vibrant Vertical Garden
Want to add some plants to your outdoor space, but have no room for a garden or flowerbeds? Enter, vertical gardens! This amazing trend lets you add a botanical feel to a small space. There are a ton of ways you can make it happen. You can use wall hangers or tall planters. Horizontal gardens not only clean the air but are also a fun place to take some Instagram-worthy photos. You will have the hottest house on the block!
Functional Outdoor Kitchen
Creating and grilling flavorful meals outside naturally pairs with socializing. Your outdoor kitchen may be very small or very large, include a built-in grill or just a charcoal one on the patio, and can follow through into a full prep zone or simply a seated bar area. No matter what, your friends and family will appreciate having a space to sit and chat while the chef gets to work. With the perfect design, your backyard can easily be transformed into a hub for good food and drink… and people!
Stylish Pergola
You can’t hang out in the backyard if you’re roasting under the sun. But with a beautiful and elegant pergola, you can discreetly enjoy some more comfortable shade outside. Not only does this structure add some character to your outdoor space, but you can also grow creeping plants or hang drapings for a fun atmosphere. And you’ll find that an inviting sofa or maybe a few fluffy pillows may turn your spot into a grown-up hideout!
Fun Play Area for Kids
Kids want to play outside, too! And with a few clever amenities, they can entertain themselves while adding some style to the backyard. Consider a funky and colorful treehouse, a cottage-inspired swing set, or even a little sandbox. Bright, fun touches like wind chimes, murals, or vessels of crayons and coloring books invite kids into a carefree sanctuary of their very own. That way, everyone in the family can relax and have a great time in the backyard!
A Backyard You Never Want To Leave
Having a gorgeous and good-looking backyard really is as simple as this handy dandy guide! So why not draw some inspiration from it and get to work in creating the most fabulous backyard?
