Backyard Decor Ideas

1)     Create Outdoor Seating for Two:

It's nice to have a big table where groups can gather, but there's something equally appealing about creating quiet areas for smaller gatherings, too. Pockets of outdoor seating, either in the garden or by a pool, will serve as great conversation areas or spots where you can sneak away.

2)    Add a Fire Pit:

You don't need much space to enjoy a fire in your backyard. Invest in a fire pit, which allows you to sit around the warm flames with friends and family on cool spring or fall nights.

3)     Exterior Lighting:

Lighting is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to cast an enchanting spell in your backyard. Even the simplest of patio lighting ideas—such as a string of twinkling lights—can create an intimate, cozy feel that will invite guests to linger at the table.

4)     Lay Down Gravel:

     Consider substituting some of your grass with pea gravel, crushed gravel, or steppingstones (with ground cover in between). No matter the material you choose, it's important to define your seating space with non-turf materials so you don't have to move tables and chairs to mow the lawn.

5)    Add Soft Features:

Add comfort to your space with outdoor pillows, rugs, and throw blankets. When it comes to styling with outdoor soft goods, pay attention to texture, size, and color palette—just as you do indoors—and don't be afraid to mix patterns, playing off the surrounding environment for the ultimate curation.

6)    Add a Cooking Space:

     Whether it's an outdoor grill or an entire kitchen, adding an outdoor cooking space is a great way to elevate your space. A meal is now an experience—by being able to cook, entertain, and relax while enjoying the calming effects of nature, you're one step closer to creating your own outdoor oasis. 

    *Martha Stewart

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