10 Tips For Backyard Designs For Entertaining

Whether you’re throwing steaks on the grill, hosting a flag football game, or relaxing with friends by a cozy fire, a well-thought out backyard design can create a wonderful place for entertaining. Not only is it refreshing to get outdoors, but a backyard outdoor patio can also serve as an extension of your home. Here are a few things to consider when getting started with your backyard design.

CONSIDER THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE

Are you designing a small, private space for your family to enjoy or are you planning large gatherings? Designing for five people or 50 people is a big difference in how you tackle a space and how much space you’ll need.

Designing flexible spaces that serve a dual-purpose can be a good way to leave room for extra guests without looking empty without them.

Also, be sure to consider the overall size of your backyard. Some people like the idea of designing out every square inch of their backyard while others enjoy the look of a fresh, green lawn.

CONSIDER ACTIVITIES

Backyards can serve a wide variety of different purposes and are designed based on these activities. Not sure what exactly to use your space for? Here are a few ideas for ways to make the most of your backyard oasis:

OUTDOOR DINING

Add a dining table onto a patio or under a pergola to create the perfect outdoor dining space. You can even hand string lights from the rafters for a truly picturesque evening. Use it for large gatherings or special nights under the stars with your family.

MOVIE NIGHTS

Use a projection screen and a wall of your house for a fun at-home movie night. Lay out blankets and pillows onto the grass or a patio and serve bowls of popcorn or candy!

SPLASH PARK

Design spaces where water fun could happen. Consider a hill for a slip-&-slide or a safe zone for a kiddie pool.

HERB GARDEN

Use raised planter beds to design a wonderful herb garden that you can use in the kitchen. Some of the most popular herbs grown at home includes basil, rosemary, thyme, lavender, and mint. Check out this aerogarden kit for a small scale indoor garden.

BUTTERFLY GARDEN

Use flowering shrubs and plants to create a magical butterfly garden that will have fluttery visitors all spring and summer long. You can add in some winding paths and serene seating for a relaxing oasis out back. Plants that attract butterflies include: zinnia, sage, marigold, daylily, purple coneflower, or the butterfly bush.

GRILL MASTER ZONE

Installing an outdoor kitchen extends you cooking space and can make outdoor entertaining a breeze. Add a TV so you don’t miss the big game and some comfortable seating to keep guests there past halftime!

KIDS PLAY SPACE

To let adventure run rampant in your backyard, consider adding a fun place just for kids. Incorporating an outdoor play gym, sand box, or trampoline in the overall design of your yard is a fun way to let the kids join the action. In areas that get a high amount of kid traffic, consider swapping out the grass for rubber mulch, which would be easier to maintain.

INTRAMURAL SPORTS

If sports are your game, be sure to leave enough room in your yard for whatever size field you need to play. Also, avoid obstacles like unnecessary terraces or raised beds, which may be a trip hazard.

OUTDOOR READING

For the best outdoor reading areas in the warmer months, look for large shade trees or ways to carve out unique areas for seating. Hammocks, loungers, retaining walls, or even lawn berms can be designed in a way that makes a cozy reading spot.

PET PARADISE

For pet owners, consider adding special treats for your furry friend to enjoy. Planting interesting herbs like cat nip, rosemary, or dandelion root (for cats) or peppermint, oregano, or basil (for dogs) may be just the incentive your pet needs to get out and enjoy the great outdoors.

Fuente:   BackyardBoss

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