BACKYARD INSPIRATIONS

DECKS AND PATIOS

Establish a gathering place - One of the most important features of an outdoor space are areas for socialization. A central location with a variety of seating options creates a welcoming atmosphere. Adding a deck or patio to create usable outdoor space can create an enjoyable place to gather, it can provide a focal point to your backyard, and enables the space to be used later into the season. Consider a built-in fireplace or a fire pit that can be moved to different locations depending on your needs.

PONDS

Water is in…. Whether bringing in fountains, endless waterfalls, or fishponds, the soothing sounds of water can turn any backyard into a private oasis. Plants that drink responsibly like succulents, cactus, yucca and ferns are easy, conserve water, and add sizzle to your landscape. Water features such as fountains are showing up in beautiful back and front yard settings. From classic to contemporary to a simple DYI Ponds can add peace and serenity to any backyard.

SUCCULENT GARDENS

A Succulent Garden is a fun and easy way to add greenery to your home. Whether you live in a cozy studio apartment or on a spacious estate, these trendy plants are versatile enough to decorate any indoor or outdoor space. Combine succulents of different texture and color in unique containers, such as a fishbowl or cowboy boot, for a more striking effect. Succulents are easy to propagate and grow quickly.

FIRE PITS

No question that purchasing or building an outdoor fire pit can add warmth, style and drama to your backyard, patio or deck. That uniquely relaxing and captivating feeling of sitting around a campfire with friends, family, or a special one no longer has to wait for the annual camping trip. Thousands of people now make it happen right in their backyard throughout the year.

BACKYARD BARS

From Lemonade to Lemon Drops. Whether you build a complete kitchen or a standalone bar it can make your backyard a reason to entertain and enjoy with family and friends.It can be simple or elaborate depending on your budget and desired outcomes many are made of repurposed objects and materials like wine barrels and palettes while others are part of a customized dream kitchen. Some bars are attached to a narrow countertop connected with a pass-through kitchen window. Others are known as outdoor bars, backyard bars, or their owners’ special names, bars are populating backyards and outdoor spaces. Have fun and get inspired with your custom outdoor bar.

CREATING AN INVITING PORCH

Ocean breeze and summer warmth create the perfect porch environment with daydreams and sweet dreams, lemonade and biscuit cookies. A front porch allows you to wash away the stress... Let us help you create one you’ll never want to leave or can’t wait to get home to. You can hear the creak of a rocking chair or the sweet smell of flowers in bloom. Maybe that’s why even in this “connected era”; we still love that heart warming, cozy, front porch. Grand or modest, porches serve as a place to gather for family and friends or just to relax in quite time. We can help you outfit yours as the most welcoming, relaxing, personal space. To make your covered porch as perfect as possible use the many options in weather-resistant furniture, fabrics and area rugs to get all the comforts of the indoor spaces outside. Because porches are more sheltered from the elements than a deck, it’s OK to accessorize them with items you wouldn’t normally use outside. Overstuffed pillows and decorative candles and accessories make for a uniquely you porch without too much effort or expense. Accessorizing Furniture: Make it easy to lounge by adding end tables by each seating area and softening the rockers, benches and other seats with throw pillows and cushions. Stripes and floras, plaids and prints liven up your space with a common color palette to tie it all together. Creating an inviting space to sit and relax. Warmth: Outdoor heaters are a great investment, and they may buy many additional evenings that would otherwise be too chilly to enjoy.

Top to Bottom: Add an outdoor rug for barefoot comfort. Paint ceilings a light color like off white or a pastel blue to create an uplifting sense of larger space. Sound Mask your Space: Relax, refresh and rejuvenate with the soothing sound of a burbling fountain. The variety of designsfrom floor size to tabletop-means one will fit your porch and create calm. Privacy: Block unwanted views with curtains and screens. Tall potted plants, or a trellis with a climbing vine also work well. Light: Candles while your using your porch to add evening romance but strings of twinkle lights also add mood without the hassle or concerns of open flames or try battery operated candles work well. Installing dimmable recessed lights overhead provides flexibility. Garden lights connect porch to yard and invite twilight strolls.