There are so many reasons to improve your outdoor space, however you choose to do it. For a start, doing so helps you create a more functional, better-looking outside area in which you can relax or entertain friends and family.
You’ll also feel a greater connection to nature, plus you’re likely to spend more time in the open air as a result, which can only benefit your mental and physical health. You effectively extend your home’s living space, and blur the lines between your outdoor and indoor worlds.
A well-designed exterior living space can also add value to your property, since it will obviously appeal more to potential buyers than one that’s been neglected.
But making the most of whatever al fresco area you have so that it caters to your needs, hobbies and interests and becomes a personalised oasis for relaxing and entertaining doesn’t have to involve major, time-consuming landscaping projects.
And now is a good time to reassess your garden or patio, given that summer holidays are fading from memory and before winter sets in.
Here are some creative ideas:
Add some sporting elements
If your household is an active one, encourage a love of sport with things you can do in your back yard. Think about fitting a makeshift tennis, badminton or volleyball court, a few pieces of outdoor gym equipment or a football goal. Alternatively, install netball or basketball goals outdoor players will love. Do it now, while there are still enough after-school hours of daylight to enjoy. The kids will love being able to shoot some hoops before or after school!
Outdoor furniture
You may be surprised at the difference garden furnishings can make to the overall look of your al fresco space. Modern pieces tend to be comfortable and functional as well as stylish and smart-looking. What’s more, this is a change you can make to your space quickly.
Plus there’s now a greater choice of designs, materials and sizes than ever. But, in particular, if you go for teak outdoor pieces, you can look forward to a host of benefits including incredible longevity and durability in all weathers with minimal upkeep. Thanks to this hardwood’s naturally high oil content, common problems such as rotting, warping, slipping, cracking and insect infestations become non-existent. This oil also provides a protective barrier from water, so it’s the ideal choice, for example, for poolside furniture.
Teak regulates its own temperature, unlike some other materials, meaning it’s consistently comfortable to the touch. Finally, apart from anything else, teak just looks stunningly elegant, with minimal maintenance and upkeep.
Finally, you’re not confined to standard table and chair sets. Let your imagination soar with garden sofas, benches, sun loungers and the like.
Garden fencing
This is another ‘quick win’ when it comes to your outdoor areas. A fence protects against intruders, creates a safe space for children and pets and gives you privacy while safeguarding wildlife and plants in harsh weather and clearly defining property boundaries.
Smart-looking wooden fencing in particular offers a classic look and is a renewable, environmentally friendly resource, while repairs are cost-effective and the designs versatile.
Finally, a fence gives structure to your land and improves the overall aesthetic of your garden. From two-panel statement fencing to bold colours, you can let your imagination run riot whether you’re after wooden fencing in Hampshire or anywhere else.
With so many ways to give your garden a fresh look quickly creatively before winter, you can give your space a refresh in no time.
