subject: Harmonious Outdoor Living; Beyond Home & Garden [print this page] A new lifestyle trend that you will see in most architectural or interior magazine is outdoor living. As a homeowner I am sure you have seen the articles and have died to start renovating. If trends are anything to go by, the main living space in your home, no longer needs to be indoors. In fact in our new environmentally conscious psyche, it is imperative that it not be. A well thought outdoor living area can often be the most used space for your family. It can also greatly appreciate the price of your property as a value addition.
If you plan to seriously indulge in a lifestyle, which involves outdoor living one of the things you will have to consider is security and privacy measures for this area. Whether you choose an intimate privacy fence or secured fencing, privacy is a major factor as youll want to keep your outdoor living area warm & inviting,yet private. Selections of privacy fences may include those made from wood, metal, plastic, stone, wrought iron, etc. You may also consider constructing large pergolas, trellises and other screens to provide privacy to your garden and outdoor living area.
Furniture will, of course, play a large part in your outdoor living area. There are many types of outdoor furniture and garden furniture available. Buy outdoor furniture that is comfortable, comes in the pieces that you desire and within your budget. Its always a nice idea to browse the outdoor furniture department when youre looking for home and garden supplies. Take time to browse at whats available so youll know what you want when the time comes to buy.
Lighting in your outdoor living space is crucial because it creates a nice ambiance and allows you to use your outdoor living area at night. Candles and fire pots can be very romantic as well as using tiki torches and outdoor fire pits. Using solar lights in your garden is also an option versus outdoor lighting that requires electrical installation. Either of these lighting options will probably be located in the lawn and garden supplies area.
The two most important tips that you should keep in mind before embarking on this project is the amount of garden space that is available and your budget. When it comes to the amount of space, be sure to consider ample room for each seating area. Make sure theres plenty of elbow room for each seat and if there is a focal point in your outdoor living area, try to incorporate the seating near the focal point or in plain view. Make the area warm and cozy. If your budget only allows you to purchase a few things at a time, be sure that all the garden furniture you want can be purchased at different times and that it is a stock item. If you need to purchase items at separate times, see if the store allows for layaways. This way, you can get everything you want but pay for all the pieces of outdoor garden furniture at different times.
With a little thought and planning for your outdoor living area, you can create a magical area for you to enjoy and within a budget that you can afford.
