Summer is on its way, and it’s the right time to get ready. The Summer weather is perfect for many activities, including traveling, enjoying the beach, and taking road trips. However, nothing beats enjoying the outdoors from the comfort of your backyard. Here are five ways you can prepare your house for summer backyard entertaining.
Outdoor lounging
A comfortable seating area in your backyard is a great outdoor fitting for entertaining guests. The options include outdoor lounges, stools, and benches. Furthermore, you can add cushions to the seats to maximize comfort and enhance the aesthetics.
The layout of the seating area can centre around a fireplace or a coffee table. The objective is to create a space where guests can relax and mingle. Other fittings that can improve the outdoor summer lounging experience include hammocks, hanging chairs and swinging armchairs.
An outdoor fireplace creates a uniquely relaxing experience ideal for any lounging area. The heat allows guests to enjoy the outdoor lounge late into the night and relax to the sound of crackling firewood. The fireplace also looks good and enhances the outdoor aesthetics.
Outdoor kitchen and dining
Setting up an outdoor kitchen is a good way to entertain guests in the summer. Everyone likes hanging around the kitchen, especially while cooking is going on. Therefore, fitting an alfresco kitchen creates a great space to mingle and prepare meals.
Some of the must-have appliances for an ideal outdoor kitchen include a freezer for canned drinks, a barbecue grill, a countertop and a gas burner. You can also set up the kitchen to double up as an outdoor bar by fitting bar stools along the countertop area.
An alfresco dining area also provides a great space to entertain guests over a nice meal or drinks. Most dining designs have a simple table with outdoor dining chairs. However, a dining bench is also an excellent option for hosting people around a dining table.
Outdoor pool
Although installing an outdoor pool is expensive, it’s worth every penny. A pool is a unique installation that adds aesthetic appeal to your backyard and creates a great space to entertain guests. The hot summer weather also makes it an attractive installation.
Swimming pools are great for a cold dip, pool parties and exercise. There are a variety of swimming pool design options for residential properties. Your choice boils down to budget and space. Vinyl and fibre-glass pools have the best swimming experience, but concrete pools are versatile and welcome several additional fittings.
Backyard lighting
Summer is the best time to spend your evenings in the backyard. After the sun has set, the outdoor temperatures are perfect for lounging. Good lighting and the right outdoor furniture create the ideal space to relax.
Backyard lighting primarily includes functional lights and accent lighting. Functional lights are installed around the patio or lounge area to illuminate the space. On the other hand, accent lights are installed for aesthetic appeal. They include fairy lights and coloured wall lights.
Another lighting installation is the security lights. These bright bulbs are installed in the backyard to illuminate the entire space. Modern designs are hooked to motion sensors in and around the backyard that operate the on/off function.
Backyard garden
A backyard garden is a great DIY project for the summer. However, prepare your garden in advance and choose the right plants. Summer flowers add some colour and life to your backyard. Furthermore, you can plant vegetables and herbs for cooking.
As Summer fast approaches, dig into your creativity and turn your backyard into the ultimate entertainment area.