Outdoor decor is an extension of your indoor space design , you have to put some thought into planning to make true the dream of sitting outdoor on a warm night staring up at the stars or have a relaxing dinner with friends when the wether is agreeable escaping from artificial lights, heat and air conditioners into the fresh air and the sunshine.
Like any interior room of the house, you need to think through how the space will be used before planing a design, otherwise you'll be continually frustrated with its lack of purpose, theses steps may help you DIY.
know the potential of your backyard
To make the most of your outdoor space, you need to survey the property wether its an apartment or a villa, essential questions need to be asked about your own lifestyle, desires, and how would you like to use your porch (party , weddings, familly gatherings). Only then you can actually start planning the more intricate details that will create the mood and atmosphere of your outdoor room.
consider how does your outdoor space look from the inside. And envision how it might look if redesigned. Then take out your tape measure and try to sketch the site, in the end, you may seek the help of an architect.
The goal is to determine the best use for the outdoor space. Typically, you can create several different rooms, unless, of course, your property is constricted on a small urban site.
the success of the design may depend on how well the room works as much as how good it looks. Keep in mind that your budget concerns may affect your final design choices.
theses pertinent questions are meant to start the inquiry. Recognize that each home setting is unique, and of course, the use of an outdoor room depends on preference, but also on climate. Each location brings specific landscaping choices for outdoor rooms and different requirements for treating the natural elements, such as sun, shade, wind, and rain.
. What outdoor space do you now use? . Who in your family uses it and for what purposes?
. How often do you use it? . Do you consider it an outdoor room?
. If you use the space for entertainment, do you find that its large enough for your requirements?
. Is there is place to barbecue and dine?
. Do you feel that your outdoor room is otherwise adequate, or could it be put to better use?
. Are there other spaces that could become outdoor rooms?
. Do you have easy access to the outdoor room from indoors?
. Do you want to redesign the room or redecorate or both?
. How much of the landscape needs improvements?
. Is the landscaping in good shape or does it need some refreshing? Do you like to work in the garden?
. do the walls or floors need improvement?
. Do you need to do any electrical work around your outdoor room? Does this need upgrading?
. How would you like to decorate your outdoor room, in what style: formal, romantic, exotic, minimal, eclectic?
. Would you like to incorporate some of the elements you have now? What new elements would you like?
. If you could have ten luxuries. what would they be? . Do you have enough privacy?
. Is your lighting system adequate?
. What is your budget? . What are some compromises to meet that budget?
Solutions for a small space
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Not everyone is lucky enough to have a large garden or a large outdoor space. However there are many solutions to arrange a small space in a cozy way and optimize each square meter as much as possible.
1 you should have a gazebo
A gazebo offers you a nice shaded area where you can spend the summer day escaping from sunburn.
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2 A fountain is a great touch
why not a beautiful natural fountain like this one to transform your mini-garden into a relaxing eco-system? nothing is better than the sound of flowing water to take a good breath and isolate yourself from the noise of the city.
3 – why not a Jacuzzi ?
The owners of this house definitely have everything they need to enjoy their outdoor space as it should. A jacuzzi, deckchairs? What else do you need more ?
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4 inside outside
this superb patio which makes the junction between interior and exterior and allows its owners to feel outside inside and inside outside ... You got the idea, right?
5 Save space on a small balcony with folding furniture
Forget big furniture to arrange a small balcony! Folding chairs, shelf-ladder for plants, easy-to-move stools and your balcony layout will come close to perfection!
6 hanging plants is perfect for a small balcony
Hanging plants can save space for furnitures.
How to light up your outdoor space
Extending the pleasure of staying outside after dark, what a great idea!
The hot days spent relaxing outdoor often last until late night. In order to make the most of it, there is a lot of ideas to enhance your outdoor environment in the evening, whether you have a large space or a tiny corner on the balcony!
you dont need to take your party inside juste add outdoor lights aroud the patio.
Multiply light sources
Use different light sources and mix them! Lanterns, string lights ,candles, solar lighting. Once night falls, this decor will sparkle with a thousand lights.
String lights and color
You can hang string lights around the yard and/or drape them along your fence to add a sense of magic to your patio. Another great use for patio lights is to draw attention to paths or zones with solar lights. It will make your favorite backyard features literally lights up!
Hang colorful string lights above your outdoor dining area as well to be sure to light up the plate of all your guests.
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Led umbrellas
Adding a little sparkle to your umbrella is a nice tuch . LED Solar Power lights will put a spotlight on your outdoor .
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Use paper lanterns
you dont necessarily need a modern solution, paper lanterns are inexpensive and easy to transport and store.
Photophores
Tealight holders, quite simple! You will need a certain number to see clearly, but the warm atmosphere of the flames will not fail to make your evening romantic as you wish.
How should you furnish your patio to make it luxurious
Figure out your umbrella style
its hard to choose which umbrella works best for your patio. this might help you. First of all, you should know how big your patio is and how much room you have for your umbrella. Does your furniture takes all the place so you won't have a lot of room left for an umbrella? Or do you have too much space and need to find something to fill it? if you know what you need you can choose what works best for you.
If your backyards is big it can hold a Cantilever Patio Umbrella no problem, not the great choice for a small apartment balcony. So if you have a large space the Cantilever Patio Umbrella will add a luxurious look, while giving shade to seats, table areas or even a play area for the kids.
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If you have small space you will need umbrellas that do well in smaller areas.
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Caports are not just for cars
carports are made to keep your car safe. but There are other uses for carports as well.
you ca also use them as canopies. To have a family gathering? A graduation party? to have a shaded spot in your backyard? Carports are sturdy and spacious so that your backyard is exactly how you want it. The pools take up minimal space so that you can decorate your patio or yard in any way you want and still get as much as shade you want.
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There is nothing better than a hanging swing
The best place for some alone time and relaxing is without a doubt a Hanging Swing, you can take a break to just unwind in the backyard. it is perfect for a little get away from the family. a swing is perfect for any yard.
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A Hanging Swing with Mosquito netting is the best idea so you won't have to worry about bugs while you relax and still get a nice breeze through the netting and its perfect even when its rainy outside .
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