Outdoor rooms can be the most extravagant and luxurious design feature one can add to their home, but they can also be the most useless if homeowners don’t know how to make them work. A few simple but exciting topics to consider for creating an outdoor living space include: adding a firepit, building a deck/patio, painting your home’s exterior white, or harvesting rainwater. Here are some ways to make the most of your outdoor living space at home
1. Make sure the living space is defined
We are usually focused on the inside of our home, and after we close our barn door privacy locks, we forget all about our outdoor living space. The uncomfortable truth is that most people have no idea how large their outdoor living spaces need to be, so they don’t know how to make the most of them. Most people need about 400 square feet of outdoor living space; however, that can vary from 80 square feet for a 2×4 pergola in your backyard to 1600 square feet for a 3×3 deck.
2. Choose the right outdoor furniture
One of the best ways to make your outdoor living space an extension of your home is to use the same furniture in your living room. Make sure to choose a set of furniture that will look good outdoors and is weather-resistant. It’s essential to treat your outdoor furniture just slightly better than average, but don’t worry about it too much. Additionally, whether in your living room or office, you should consider using the same decorative elements.
3. Add a polished concrete deck
One of the most popular and appealing types of exterior décor to add to homes is decks form of polish concrete. The polished look gives an outdoor space a more refined feel, while the durability of concrete gives it built-in longevity. For example, if you wanted a more rugged feel to your deck, this is the material; however, if you wanted something that looked like it could be outside all year long, use it as well. Other materials that one can use include limestone or granite.
4. Create a flat roof garden
Sleek and simple, the flat roof garden provides the illusion of an outdoor room on top of your home’s roof. It is trendy because it looks more like a balcony than something you would put on your roof. However, it’s not a balcony as you are still indoors, but rather a garden that grows things while providing shade in hot weather. One way to create one would be to have one large plant, such as zucchini vines, instead of several small ones that you might find in other designs. These are form with PVC pipe and come in many different styles, curved and straight.
5. Invest in quality outdoor furniture that lasts
One unfortunate aspect of outdoor furniture is that it is often just not as good as indoor furniture. If you want something to last, you should consider buying quality outdoor furniture. However, a great way to find quality outdoor furniture is to look for brands such as Minka Aire, Signature Design by Ashley, and American Standard. These brands have been around for many years and guarantee the highest standard of artistry in the industry. Although some may see this as an investment, it has turned out to be one of the best investments one can make in their home.
6. Build outdoor fire pits
These are excellent for those who love to sit outside and enjoy the nice weather. These can be made of various materials, such as concrete, stainless steel, or even slate; however, it’s important to remember that you need to follow local codes and ordinances to do so. You must also follow safety precautions because these can get very hot very fast. The best type of fire pit is enclosed in brick or some other material so it won’t catch on wood in your yard or deck.
7. Set up electronic entertainment options
The power of an outdoor television might not be able to hold a candle to the real thing, but it’s a great way to bring the outside in. If you are concern about making one portable, outdoor TVs can come with stand-alone units or design into walls. They can also come with motion sensors that allow them to turn on and off on their own and other features such as surfboard displays and stereo systems.
Making the most of your outdoor living space at home is no easy feat. Most people don’t know how to make the most of their outdoor living spaces and often lack quality furniture and other accessories. However, if you are willing to put in some work and do it right, you can enjoy a beautiful outdoor living space that will make your home more luxurious and comfortable.
