A backyard can be a fabulous extension of your home. They can say just as much about life there (or the possibilities, if it’s a home on the market) as the interior of a house can. There are myriad ways to transform a backyard into an escape and it all depends on how you plan on spending your time there. Ask questions such as, what will be the primary uses of the backyard? Entertaining? Relaxing? A place for the kids to play? All three? Once you have answered this question, you can start turning your backyard into the one of your (or your buyers’) dreams. Here are 10 ideas for a backyard escape to inspire you.
For a low-maintenance landscape, the right ground cover can make all the difference in creating a space that is beautiful and functional. This seating arrangement is casual to suit everything from dining to relaxing conversation.
Pergolas are a great source of shade for a backyard. Vines help create a more natural appeal while twinkling lights improve the atmosphere.
They made the most of this small space by creating two levels – one area for seating, one for dining – and adding privacy with a trellis and wooden wall.
A backyard can be turned into your own personal oasis, complete with a koi pond, lush foliage and a bridge.
Get creative with your dining arrangements. Here, a rustic table and stacked cushions make for casual yet chic dining.
A sofa doubles as dining seating around a large coffee table, creating a multi-functional arrangement.
An outdoor fireplace can have the same warmth and charm as an indoor one, complete with a mantle for decor.
Two simple arrangements – a dining area and living area – could easily be combined and moved around depending upon the entertaining needs of the evening.
You can look at affordable alternatives for outdoor flooring, such as a gravel cover.
Built-in seating can be another cool option for an outdoor set-up, fitting truly into the landscape.
A backyard can improve the value of a home, so be sure to give it as much attention as the inside.
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Megan