Outdoor Living Space Ideas

outdoor living space

As the warmer spring weather comes around, it’s time to spend more time outdoors. More and more homeowners are moving their living areas outside to take advantage of the views and landscaping. Creating an outdoor space involves more than just placing a table on a patio.Discover the key elements you need to create the perfect outdoor living room for your home.

Seating:  The most important element in your outdoor living space is the seating. For a modern look, opt for a comfortable outdoor sectional couch. You can keep the pieces together to create a cohesive seating unit, or break them up to create smaller spaces for more intimate conversation. If you want to incorporate chairs, be sure to choose chairs with various heights and widths to ensure that all of your guests are comfortable, whether they are young children or elderly family.

Flooring:  If your outdoor oasis will sit atop a concrete slab, consider laying an outdoor carpet down to make the space feel more welcoming. If you don’t want to lay a carpet down, you can have the concrete stamped or dyed by a professional to create a more decorative surface. Other options that are highly customizable include tile and crushed stone.  Wood decking is another flooring option that comes in a number of textures and colors, is weather resistant, and will provide a sturdy surface for your outdoor furniture.

Centerpiece:  A fire pit makes a great focal point in outdoor living areas. They are perfect for providing heat during cool, spring evenings, and even better for roasting marshmallows during the summertime. If your space can’t accommodate a fire pit, try incorporating an ornate table decorated with stone or tile, or create a mock-fire pit with various heights of pillar candles.

Accents:  Boost the visual appeal of your outdoor living space by adding accent pieces. Search through local flea markets for unique pieces to incorporate into your outdoor decor. Showcase your personality and tie in the theme you create within your outdoor living space with decorative pillows or festive planters to complete the look.

Cover:  To provide some protection from the sun and the occasional springtime shower, install a covering over your outdoor living space. You can easily have a patio cover added as an extension to your existing roofing. You can modify your covering to accommodate your outdoor living needs with additions like outdoor lighting, media players, skylights, and other climate controlling features like fans.

Adding an outdoor living space can provide you with a place to entertain guests, spend time with your family, or enjoy peacefully and quietly after a long day, all while adding value to your property! Where will you be spending your time this spring and summer? For help creating the perfect outdoor living space, contact Marina Colella today at 914.761.6150.

 

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