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Writer's pictureMia Moilanen

Backyard Makeover: From Drab to Fab

Updated: May 17, 2022

With the weather warming up and spring just around the corner, now is the time to spruce up your backyard into a new space. Whether you like to entertain just yourself or groups of friends and family, making a few simple changes to your space will make it feel like the new fresh setting you have been waiting for all winter.


While landscape remodels can seem like a daunting task, they don’t need to be. Sometimes just a simple change with some new outdoor furniture or a new fire pit can make all the difference!


Decorate to Impress

To start simple, consider replacing your backyard furniture to create multiple spaces within your yard. No area is too small for something as easy as a couple of outdoor chairs with a side table! If you have a little more room, consider adding two separate spaces, like an outdoor dining table on one side and then a fire pit and chairs on the other. This will make your backyard feel bigger, and allow for more options for entertaining! In any space, don’t forget to add some pops of color- especially in the desert! This can be achieved with an outdoor rug, fun cushions on chairs, or a simple potted plant as a centerpiece on the table!



Drama in the Kitchen

If you want to make a more dramatic change, start by thinking about what would be the most useful to you. If you enjoy entertaining, the addition of a built-in barbecue with a wraparound bar for seating makes for an entertainer's dream and creates the illusion of a separate kitchen (like a second heart of the home)!



Healthy Hardscape

For a quicker refresh, check in on the health of your hardscape. The Summer heat can be extremely damaging to anything that is in the direct sun, causing large cracks and chips to the ground. Consider replacing your cement patio or cool deck with brick pavers or stamped concrete! To help with the overall life of your backyard, adding a pergola or sun shade can give your furniture and finishes a break from the sun while also adding a new dimension to the yard!





Get Inspired

As always, we recommend consulting with your local landscape design company and hiring a concierge company to oversee your project while you're at work. They will be able to look at your space and give you direction on the best way to turn your backyard into a new oasis for the summertime!



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