What are the Most Popular Outdoor Home Improvements?

Introduction

Why are outdoor spaces important in Home Design?

This is a simple answer. An outdoor living space offers an extension of your home's living area and should be treated as such. It's an easy way to increase your livable space, especially if you are in a mild climate, year-round.

The growing popularity of Outdoor Living and Entertaining

An outdoor space is ideal for entertaining guests, friends, and family. It could be a nice dinner party in the garden, or perhaps a BBQ on the patio. Whatever your fancy, it's an easy way to relax and offer an inviting atmosphere for hanging out and socializing.

Let's explore popular outdoor projects, Below

There are several types of outdoor projects available to homeowners. The most popular types of projects are decks, pergolas, patios, gazebos, and landscaping (plants, flowers, shrubs).

Depending on what your backyard space looks like, any one of these above options could be the right pick for you. Do outdoor structures interest you? Are you a chef and looking for an outdoor kitchen space to show off your skills?

With just a few simple, backyard improvements, you can completely transform your home's curb appeal into a piece of art that will add value to your home, for decades to come.

Landscaping Enhancements

Trees, Shrubs and Flower

Maybe you are not in the market for an outdoor structure and are looking at upgrading your existing landscaping. Adding value to your home can be as simple as adding flowers, shrubs, plants, or trees, to your outdoor living spaces.

By adding color and lush greenery, these simple backyard improvements will not go unnoticed by your guests, friends, and family.

Installing Pathways, garden beds, or retaining walls

If you are looking at a more permanent solution for your backyard updates, a Pathway, garden bed, or retaining wall could be a nice option for you. It will add beauty, durability, and a stylish flair to your space.

Water Features

Most people enjoy the gentle sound of rain, or water hitting a soft grass or space. Running water can be a calming and soothing addition to any backyard space. Would you like to add a small pond, or fountain to your space? A simple water feature will allow different plants and nature to be present in your space.

Outdoor Lighting options

Adding lighting will bring out the best in your outdoor space. Do you enjoy hosting get-togethers or parties in the evening? That would be mighty difficult without lighting or an easy way to see. A selling point for many homeowners is adding a ceiling fan with lights for added brightness.

Outdoor Living Spaces

Decks and Patio

Decks and patios are probably (2) of the most common and easy ways to upgrade your outdoor living space with a home improvement option. Decks are a good way to define your well-maintained yard and to entice potential buyers, if selling your home is something you want to do, down the road.

Pergolas and Gazebos

A Pergola and Gazebo are two very popular permanent structures to add value to your home. If spending time outside with family is important to you, you will be in good shape with a pergola or gazebo. You will probably get the most value and physical comfort by going with one of these choices.

Outdoor Kitchen

An outdoor kitchen can be something fun and exciting to add as part of your backyard improvements. Perhaps even a fire pit? For people who love to cook and have a passion for the outdoors, an outdoor kitchen is the perfect option.

Fire Pit for Ambience

A fire pit is an easy way to add ambiance and can be next to your swimming pool and can give some solid first impressions of your backyard space. If you enjoy the outdoors and hosting friends and family, a fire pit is a lovely idea and is a wise investment for your home.

Budget Friendly Improvements

DIY Landscaping

If you have a strong back and are physically fit, DIY landscaping is an easy way to save some money. Your main costs will be associated with any plants, flowers, and tools that you would need to complete the project.

Hiring a professional to landscape your space is an option, but there can be significant costs to that. Be sure to do your due diligence and homework before settling on a project.

New Paint or Stain

Could your outdoor living space be showing its age? Is paint falling off of your structure, deck, or other items? A fresh coat of paint can make a world of difference and can certainly clean up your home's curb appeal.

In addition, going with a bright, clean color can completely uplift your space and can give you a sense of joy and happiness as you entertain inside of it.

Conclusion

There are several types of outdoor home improvements that you could get into, that would bring everlasting value to your home. Whether you are looking for a structure such as a Pergola, Deck, or Gazebo, or perhaps something a bit smaller like a fire pit, patio, etc, the options are limitless! Just make sure to choose something that will work best for your space and good luck!