Backyards come in all shapes and sizes, and just because there isn’t a football field worth of open space in yours that doesn’t mean you can’t have everything you want in a garden. Living in a suburban home means even the biggest lots are a measured size, but that shouldn’t stop you from bringing your vision of a sensational outdoor space to life. Here are some tips to help you turn your small outdoor space into the living area you’ve always wanted.
Set the Theme: Before you ever put the first tool to use it’s important to lock down how you want your new outdoor space to look. Whether you are going for a quaint and private setting to relax or an area where you will entertain friends and family, deciding the feel you are going for is the first step. This decision will determine what will be used to fill the space, and still keep your creative mind flowing in the process.
Stay or Go?: The next step will be to go through your existing space and decide what can and can’t be used in the new setting. Plants are versatile and can be used in a variety of ways, but patio furniture is a different story. Chairs can be refreshed with new cushions to match the updated tone of your new outdoor space, and tables can be re-positioned to open up an area that previously appeared cluttered. Yet, anything beyond plants, pots and furniture should most likely be purged to make way for items that will add to your new look.
Final Touches: If it’s the retreat look you are going for lush plants with vibrant flowers are a great start. Planting hedges and a small tree will also held to produce a shady area perfect for unwinding at the end of an Autumn day. At the opposite end of the spectrum, a fire pit is not only a great centerpiece, but can serve as an ideal gathering place when entertainment is the focus.