Design Your Outdoor Living Room

As you know from yesterday’s post, interior design can be a fun way to show off your personal style. Well exterior design can be just as fun and is just as important! How you feel about your home has a lot to do with how it looks. Front, back and side yard… get ready to be inspired with our creative tips and ideas to transform your outdoor living.

Exterior Design Tips & Ideas

Start with a Base – Transforming the ground you walk on will make an immense difference to the overall appearance.

• System Pavers’ has an endless array of paving stone colors, patterns and textures that can be used in an exclusive design. They will add beauty and value in a way you never imagined.
• Paving stones are superior to concrete and asphalt as they will not crack or break, even under the harshest conditions.

Achieve a Pristine Lawn – Keeping your lawn looking perfectly manicured can be time consuming and costly. That is why synthetic turf is the perfect solution!

• It looks and feels like the real thing, and is perfectly safe for children and pets.
• Eco-friendly, SP Turf will also save you money on your monthly water bill. And if you check with your city, you may be eligible for a rebate.

Grow a Garden – Lush trees, shrubs and colorful flowers really add beauty to a home. Or why not try growing your own fruits, vegetables and herbs?

• Trees and shrubs add a healthy, flourishing feel to your yard. A tip to find plants that will thrive is to look for plants native to your area. Go to the garden section in the local home improvement store or find a local landscape and garden center.
• Flowers add a beautiful pop of color that you are sure to find appealing. If you choose to plant them on your own, perennials will last longer. Or if you don’t mind replanting, you may find lovely annuals suit your home best. And adding mulch or wood chips to the garden bed looks nice.
• Fruit trees are easy to maintain… And you will be glad when your favorite fruit is right in you own backyard. As for veggies, they may vary so consult your local garden center. And for tips on growing your own herb garden, see our May 11 post.

Garden Accessories – Adding a little décor to your garden can really create a little more style to your outdoor spaces.

• Wind chimes are a simple way to create a relaxing mood.
• Garden benches create more seating and can add a sense of style. Maybe you would enjoy a wooden bench, a boldly colored one or even a swinging bench. You can even add accent pillows to make them more comfortable. 
• Furniture cushions with fun colors and patterns will make your patio furniture stand out in the best way possible.

Barbeque Time – Equipping your back yard with the entertaining essentials will make your home an inviting place for friends and family.

• When it’s time to start up the grill, a state-of-the-art, built-in barbeque island is exactly what you’ll need.
• Fire pits are great for entertaining too. They emit a warm feeling of nostalgia and create the perfect ambiance for any occasion.

Illuminate Your Home – Lighting can create a sense of safety and security, but it also helps create a cozy atmosphere.

• Whether for an intimate meal or a huge event, SP Lighting will effortlessly set the mood.
• Good lighting will showcase you home even after the sun goes down. The lighting will look beautiful from the inside too as you gaze out the window.
• If you install energy efficient lighting, it can cut back on your monthly utility bill as well.

Make it Meaningful – Whether you choose to keep it simple or really add flare, make your outdoor design something meaningful that reflects your family’s style.