Your backyard is a sacred place where you can unwind after a long day at work or turn into a party zone on weekends to catch up with friends and family. Making slight upgrades to your exterior design can go a long way and turn your outdoor space into the coziest place of the house where everybody wants to spend time and get some fresh air.
We’ve collected the easiest ways to make your backyard cozier without spending a fortune; the best part is you can do most of them by yourself.
Create a relaxation and entertainment zone
Do you love doing your yoga practice in a quiet place before starting the day? Are you trying to create a safe place where your children can play undisturbed? Or maybe you want to relax with your friends on the weekend? Whatever your favorite hobby is, you’d like a nice, comfortable and shady place where you can enjoy it.
Add a retractable awning.
A retractable awning is a perfect addition to every backyard. It protects people, furniture and pets from harmful UV rays and creates a shady and airy area for everyone to enjoy. In addition to outdoor comfort, these structures also reduce the indoor temperature during summer and energy bills during winter. Motorized retractable awnings are best for effortless adjustments even from far away.
Add pillows and blankets.
Pillows and blankets always bring comfort to any area, especially if you put time and effort into choosing the right colors that compliment the rest of your setup. You can put a large rug on your mowed lawn and arrange soft pillows around where everyone would love to spend time. Turning a nearby wall into a projection area would be an excellent opportunity to stream your favorite movies with a pack of popcorn on a Sunday afternoon.
Arrange an outdoor dining space
Seating area
Arranging an outdoor dining space always comes in handy, either if you like to invite friends over for a BBQ or dine with your family outdoors, enjoying the fresh air. You can start by building a DIY table and a seating area with benches, chairs or even wine barrels for a more authentic feeling. Wooden pallets with some nice and cozy pillows will also do the job.
A fire pit
You can go further if you want to exceed expectations and make everyone want to come back. A fire pit will create a heart-warming atmosphere and welcoming ambiance you want everybody to feel when visiting your home. The best part is that it’s not that difficult to make.
All you need is some large stones, preferably of similar shape and size and enough space around them for safety reasons. Add some seating places, and there you have it. The highlight of your backyard is ready to greet your guests.
Add a BBQ or create an outdoor kitchen.
The possibilities are endless when talking about outdoor BBQ or kitchen. You can use your DIY skills or spend more on a fancy BBQ to impress your guests. A simple grill and an outdoor sink will go a long way, but you can also go the extra mile and install a refrigerator to have a cold beverage nearby. You can also install a bar with seats to create a truly unique atmosphere.
Lighting is a must
Lighting can change the ambiance of every bar, house and backyard. If you want to create a cozy, warm and welcoming atmosphere, invest in soft yellow lights that you can place above the seating area or above the backyard paths to highlight the outdoor structure.
There are many budget solutions that you don’t even need electricity for. Instead, you can use rechargeable batteries, or for a more eco-friendly solution, you could invest in rechargeable solar lights.
