We all sometimes have a need for a place of peace where we can reconnect with nature and relax in the fresh air. If you own a house then maybe giving your backyard a makeover is the thing for you. Giving your outdoor living space doesn’t have to be costly in order to provide you with a sense of relaxation and peace you always wanted. In reality, sometimes the right furniture, nighttime lighting, and a little DIY effort will provide all you need for your dream yard.
1. Growing Ivy
If you like plants and are a fan of the Victorian era then you should try growing Ivy in your backyard. Ivy can grow massively around houses and any outdoor structures and it will create blankets of walls with its bright or deep green leaves. If you live in an area with a variety of flora this will surely increase the natural look of their home and will certainly bring more colour to it.
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2. Concrete patios
These patios are rather simple additions to your backyard. Some people might call them monotonous but sometimes this is good for keeping your yard visually calm. Due to their material concrete patios get dirty easily, however, a good power wash every once in a while will keep them looking as good as new.
Photo by Gennaro Fattore Design
3. Stone path
We all remember when we used to jump from rock to rock as children. If you treasure this memory then maybe you should consider a stepping stone pathway in your backyard. Basically, all you need is several large stones and your creativity will do the rest. You can always adjust your pathway however you like. Whether you want your path to be straight, abstract or rounded, it’s all up to you and your imagination.
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4. Hammocks
Everybody loves hammocks. They are a great way to relax after a long day because they bring the comfort of your couch outdoors and slowly lull you to sleep. The comforting sway from the wind breeze will relax any mind and will provide your body with a weightless floating sensation.
Not only are they a good place for resting, but they are ideal for interrupted reading and a great private space to be with yourself. They are easily affordable and easy to install.
5. Trees wrapped in lights
We often see these around the holidays in almost every yard and but not that much during the year. If you enjoy the fairy-tale feel of colourful lights at night then maybe this is the thing for you. Trees lit up with hundreds of small bulbs will surely give your backyard an uplifting tone and will certainly impress your guests.
Photo by Black Bear Builders, Inc.
6. Outdoor kitchen
Sometimes we want to prepare food that just isn’t easy to prepare inside. Some foods just need too many people to work around the kitchen and with what you end up is overcrowding. Outdoor kitchens are ideal for family celebrations and gatherings because they are spacious and allow multiple people to prepare meals. Also, you can have multiple kitchen accessories such as a grill, pizza oven, smoker and basically anything you want because finally, you have enough space.
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7. Backyard shed
We all sometimes need time for ourselves. The most obvious way to achieve this is to actually build your own backyard shed that you can use as a studio for your projects or just your personal time. If you think this is for you then you should buy some good old fashioned construction timber and start building.
It is always good to be creative with your outdoor space whether you want to spend lots of money or be creative with DIY options. It is your space and it is important not to let it go to waste.