Spring is here, and summer will be soon to follow, which is why we’re going to explore inspiration for your outdoor living spaces!
Maximizing the outdoor areas of your home can make you feel like your living space has doubled when you can lounge around and enjoy family and friends in the open air. There are dozens of options when you’re exploring ways to renovate your backyard.
Here are a few elements of outdoor living spaces that could inspire the unlocking of your backyard’s potential:
Fire Pit
Photo via Style Me Pretty
A fire pit – which depending on the complexity of your design, could be DIY’d in a weekend – surrounded by Adirondack chairs as seen here create an inviting space you can enjoy from spring into fall!
Hammock
Photo via under the table & dreaming
With two perfectly positioned trees (or wooden posts if you have them handy) you can create a relaxing oasis for afternoon nap time. Add an extra element of fun by hanging string lights!
Lighting
Speaking of lighting, you can’t really go wrong with string lighting. Hanging it from trees, dangling them around your patio dining area… A few weeks ago we shared this Home Depot how-to on creating a string-lit look for your outdoor dining space!
Lounging
Hammocks are fun, but hard to share. Don’t underestimate the lounging potential your backyard has to offer, combined with the dozens of easy how-to’s like this one on creating DIY outdoor lounge areas.
Photo via Shanty 2 Chic
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