7 Outdoor Space Ideas

Your outdoor space can be an extension of your home. There are many ways in which you can spruce things up outside. Here are seven ideas for outdoor renovation.

1. Install an outdoor kitchen

Outdoor kitchens can add value to your property, and they can give you another way to spend more time outdoors. Most of us may already have a basic grill, but you can have so much more. Consider installing an outdoor sink, a pizza oven, a countertop, and an outdoor fridge.

2. Put in a patio deck

A patio deck would be a great bridge between your outdoor and indoor living areas. Decks can be made out of a number of materials, including Trex. The team at Deck Guardian can help you design a layout and select the ideal materials for your yard.

3. Add an outdoor seating area

Seating areas can add a sense of comfort and coziness to a backyard. If you already have seats set up by your house, consider putting in another seating area in a different spot. This way, you can better utilize each square foot of your yard. A professional team like Well Done Remodelers, Inc. can work with you to plan a hardscape and perhaps put in a gazebo.

4. Warm things up

There's nothing quite like sitting around a fire at night, and fire pits are something that a lot of contractors are assisting customers with these days. Fire pits designed for wood can be highly customizable. Gas fire pits are preferred by some because of how easy they are to operate.

5. Layer the landscape

By thinking about different layers, materials, and textures, you can enhance your yard. Hardscaping can be a nice contrast to grassy or wooded areas. Within that hardscaping, there can be areas for different types of plants. This would create an attractive layered look. You can work with a local contractor to figure out what type of material would be best and what types of plants would complement that material.

6. Install new lighting

Lighting is a relatively easy way to spruce up an outdoor area. You can string patio lights around your yard to create a welcoming atmosphere, and well-placed lights can illuminate pathways. You can also be more dramatic and have new light fixtures installed on posts or mounted onto your home.

7. Install a water feature

Water makes many of us feel at ease. You could take the plunge and have a pool installed, or you could take a smaller step and set up a small pond or a fountain. A contractor can help you select the right type of water feature and make sure it's hooked up properly to your electrical system, if necessary.

There are so many ways to transform an outdoor space. For more ideas about outdoor renovation projects, follow TheHomeMag on Facebook and Instagram.