Take Your Living Outdoors: Design for Style & Comfort

June 12, 2018 | By webadmin

Summer is the season for outdoor living! The kids are out of school and lazy evenings and weekends spent outside are a must. Extending living space to the outdoors has been very popular over the last few years, but now there is a bigger focus on creating comfortable spaces for entertaining.

Looking for some way to make your space more inviting? We think adding one (or more!) of the following features is the way to go:

Pergolas

With the intense sunlight we have here in Texas, adding a pergola for shade to your outdoor entertaining space can make all the difference. Pergolas can be made of a variety of materials to complement or contrast the design features of your home. They also provide a structure for adding lighting and ceiling fans keep the air moving. Throw in some misters with those fans and you’re talking serious summer comfort!

Pergolas extend your living space and offer much needed shade below.

Landscape Lighting

Long summer days turn into nights. If you want to take you relaxation and entertaining into the night time hours, you’ll want to make sure you add adequate landscape lighting. There are many options for lighting that are not only functional, but also attractive and artistic. Choose warm colored light for your patio areas that isn’t too bright -stay away from bright spotlights or security lighting as it can be blinding in areas where you want to entertain.

Stylish warm lighting extends a gathering into the nighttime.

Patios with Built-ins

Installing a patio will create an instant gathering space in your yard. These days, we’re always thinking about ways to take your patio to the next level of comfort and enjoyment. We love to add features such as built-in seating, built-in coolers, surround sound for music, or a built-in fireplace or fire pit. Including built-in amenities will make your patio the favorite family hang out spot.

A built-in firepit makes this area extra inviting.

Bring the Indoors Outdoors

Creating outdoor spaces that feel like cozy rooms make your outdoor spaces more inviting and livable. This can be accomplished by defining spaces by adding outdoor rugs, strategically grouping patio furniture, or using potted plants and vines as partitions to create outdoor “rooms”.

Trellises with vining plants can help define outdoor rooms.

Outdoor Kitchens & Bars

Nothing is more relaxing that enjoying dinner and drinks outside. Being able to enjoy them with friends is an added bonus. Instead of having to run inside every few minutes to grab something that was forgotten, we can create a functional outdoor kitchen to keep the party all in one location. Outdoor kitchens have evolved these days to include serious amenities such as dishwashers and full bar service.

When one grill isn't enough, add additional cooking and prep space.

Whatever your preference in regards to entertaining, we completely believe that the right outdoor living space adds value to your life and your home. Call us so we can get started on a plan for you today.