Having a well-designed backyard means you'll always have a place to relax, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors. Whether your backyard covers sprawling acres or is a small suburban plot, you can create a retreat that you'll love for years to come. Just think about the elements you want or need the most, like a grilling area or a garden shed, then build around that!
Redesigning your Backyard
Work with the Natural Elements
- Embrace your natural landscape instead of trying to change it.
- Take into account the sun and wind patterns in your yard.
- Leave trees in place if they don't pose a danger to your home.
- Work with natural slopes whenever possible.
Landscaping and Gardening
- Allow 5 ft (1.5 m) for main walkways.
- Create borders from rock walls, fences, and shrubbery.
- Include flower gardens to add pretty pops of color throughout your yard.
- Add shrubs if you want extra greenery.
- Plant trees for a long-term addition to your backyard.
- Opt for native plants and grass for a healthier ecosystem.
- Use planters to add greenery to a small space.
Creating Areas to Relax and Play
- Include plenty of comfortable seating.
- Choose a large outdoor table if you'll be dining outside.
- Add a fire pit for a fun way to stay warm.
- Build a deck or patio to keep your feet out of the dirt.
- Create a grilling area if you love to cook outside.
- Don't forget to include lighting in your design.
- Build a pool in your backyard if you love to swim.
- Make an area for the kids to play if you have children at home.
- Leave space for outdoor games if you're athletic.
Putting the Design Together
- Prioritize the features that are most important to you.
- Sketch out your backyard plan to see how everything fits together.
- Create multi-functional areas if you have a smaller backyard.
- Incorporate repeating elements to make a larger backyard feel more cohesive.
Let us help you build your own!
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