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So much better than hanging out inside.
By Hadley Mendelsohn
Ditte Isager
As much as I love to get cozy in the living room and lounge around in bed, a backyard is a true sanctuary—especially if it's prepped with all the right backyard bells and whistles. Indeed, your outdoor space can be just as inviting, comfortable, and stylish as your interiors, but it also offers fresh air and nature. So it's the best of both worlds. From manicured landscapes to stately patios and paradise-status pools, get ready for some al fresco bliss with these 60 backyard ideas to help you get yours in shape for the warmer months ahead. And make sure you bookmark your favorites so you can bring them to life at home.
Ed Hollander Design
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Invest In a Tennis Court
If you have an active household and would prefer something the whole family can enjoy, install a tennis court. Not only is this a great investment for your property and health, but a beautiful tennis court will also make your backyard feel vacation-ready. Ed Holland framed this one with lush greenery and a stone pathway.
Erin Kunkel
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Build a Gazebo
This beautiful backyard designed by April Powers has a glassed-in swimming pool to optimize it for exercise all year round and the cozy gazebo is perfect for al fresco hangs, thanks to the colorful performance fabric, curtains, and coffee table.
Catherine Kwong Design
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Complement the Architecture
Whether you're starting a project from the ground up or you're adding a swimming pool to your backyard, make sure it's consistent with the style of your home's architectural roots so that everything flows and works together.
On this property designed by Catherine Kwong, the modern, dark pool tiles and clean lines reflect the open-air structure beyond.
Kingston Lafferty Design
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Connect It to the Dining Room
Extend a dining room from inside to outside with large accordion windows and a tiled table (easy to clean and weatherproof) on both sides. Get inspired by Kingston Lafferty's innovative design in this blue indoor/outdoor room.
Joe Schmelzer
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Build a Skateramp
Designed by Cuff Home in Los Angeles, this backyard is both a beautiful garden and a fun park, thanks to the skateboard ramp.
William D. Hill
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Go Wild With Your Topiaries
If this enchanting garden doesn't inspire you to go wild with your topiary designs, I don't know what will. Geometric silhouettes give the traditional garden trend a fresh new look.
Maria Grazia Casella / Alamy Stock Photo
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Make Water Features Dramatic
A dramatic water feature and tropical, lush greenery make this backyard feel like it's bursting with possibility.
Ivy climbs all the way up the exterior of the home, too.
House Beautiful
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Build In a Trampoline
You will forever be known as the coolest house on the block if you have a built-in trampoline in the backyard. Even if it takes up the whole lawn, it's worth it.
Ditte Isager
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Take Farm to Table Dining Literally
Set up a dining area in your backyard garden. Here, Deirdre Heekin and Caleb Barker put simple rustic dining furniture between rows of veggie, flower, and herb beds.
Stephen Karlisch
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Get Ready for Outdoor Games
An outdoor grade pool table on the patio means the party can come outside! Just opposite the custom pool table by Linda Hayslett is a cooking area and banquette for dining and drinks al fresco.
Bjorn Wallander
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Create a Guest House Escape
Deep in the forest of upstate New York, designer Beverly Kerzner went above and beyond to commune with nature by clearing vines, non-native plants, and debris a half-acre away from the forested part of her property (a 30-minute walk from the main house!).
Next, she built a platform and filled it with all the glamping goods: a well-decorated yurt, an outdoor wood-burning stove, and lounge furniture on the exposed deck. A few steps away, there's even an outdoor bathroom.
STEPHEN KENT JOHNSON/OTTO
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Build an Outhouse
Leave it to Commune Design to convince us that we need a stylish outhouse in our own backyards. With pretty florals, nature-inspired materials, a pop of color, and polished artwork, it seems like a nice place to meditate, too.
JESSIE PREZA
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Shrink Your Pool
This small backyard in designer Fitz Pullin's Jacksonville, Florida, home was destined for majestic greatness despite its modest size, thanks to the dramatic tree and climbing vines.
@bontraveler
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Set Up a Yurt
If your space allows, set up a yurt in the backyard. It'll have so much functional range—use it as a glamping guest room, a pool house, or even just an outdoor living room/ entertaining area.
Because they're more well-insulated than tents but less permanent than an actual building, you can still hang out in them during the cooler months.
Amir Khandwala
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Break Up Zones With Hedges
This backyard in a home by Amir Khandwala has it all: A lush lawn, a swimming pool and adjacent lounge area, and an outdoor dining room under a pergola. Low hedges are a great visual signifier, allowing you to keep each activity zone separate.
Robert McKinley Studio
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Make It Multi-Purpose
Set up distinct zones to get more use out of your outdoor space. Here, Studio Robert McKinley used different flooring materials to distinguish the separate hangout spots. The concrete flooring under the fire pit sitting area is durable and sturdy while the lawn functions as a nice segue to the pool. The concrete planter with red flowers and lush green plants is a nice transition, too.
Romanek Design Studio
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Set Up an Outdoor Mudroom
Secure some hooks and slide in a bench or pair of chairs to let your beach and pool gear dry instead of dripping throughout the house.
Think of it as an outdoor mudroom. Romanek Design Studio opted for casual, minimalist furniture and decor for an understated, stylish impression in this Malibu home.
@bontraveler
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Focus on Landscaping
The backyard is your space to reconnect with nature and unwind in the fresh air. So instead of saturating it with furniture and decor, focus on landscaping and florals.
Nicole Franzen
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Invest in an In-Ground Swimming Pool
This in-ground swimming pool surrounded by a sun-dappled garden and canopy of trees is a backyard dream. Hang some string lights in the seating area for extra style points.
LAURE JOLIET
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Set Up a Work Studio
Build a separate workshop in the backyard if space allows. Reath Designs opted for a floor-to-ceiling glass window design, which helps boost productivity and creativity and doesn't disrupt the visual flow of the landscape.
Studio Lifestlye
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Upgrade Your Seating
Swing sofas are the perfect blend between benches and hammocks. Not only are they relaxing and comfortable, but they can also be visually intriguing, especially if you play with scale and proportion. Designed by Studio Life/Style, these swing sofas with super long ropes are the perfect example.
House Beautiful
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Create a Flower-Covered Pergola
The only thing more heavenly than this cottage's pool is the wisteria growing beside it. Shading a group of bistro chairs, the pergola provides the perfect lunch spot.
Nicole Franzen
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Get Inspired by Your Surroundings
This dining area blends in beautifully with the natural landscape. Opt for a rustic dining table with wooden tree trunk stools as dining chairs. It's, edgy, sleek, and sophisticated while still being approachable.
Trevor Tondro
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Lay Fun Pool Tiles
Designer Madeline Stuart gave the backyard of this SoCal home by architects Wallace Neff and John Byers plenty of personality, from the eclectic tiles lining the pool to the blooming bougainvillea and whimsical umbrella.
@bontraveler
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Build a Tree House
If your backyard opens up into an expansive forest—or even if you just have a few trees—now's your chance to build a treehouse. Or, if you don't want to build an entire house, just build a banister around it as a peaceful lookout deck.
@bontraveler
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Hang a Hammock
If you have a tiny outdoor space, you can still take advantage of the fresh air in style. Hang a slim hammock and then make it pop with a jute area rug, fun throw pillows, and floor cushions for extra seating.
Ryan Garvin & Tyler Hogan
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Add Grass Strips
The best backyard flooring materials near a pool are nonslip tiles and water-resistant decking. But that doesn't mean you can't also reap the beautifying benefits of greenery. Breegan Jane added strips of grass separating the loungers and the swimming pool patio for a pop of green.
Christopher Baker
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Consider an Outdoor Kitchen
Alfresco dining is great, but cooking outside is even better. At a Key West house, the outdoor kitchen cabinets are made from old cypress shutters.
Marion Brenner
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Install a Fountain
Wendy Owen used local fieldstone and water channels to create a scenic fountain on her Sonoma property. She took inspiration from historic structures in Provence.
ERIN KELLY
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Build a Small Greenhouse
Leanne Ford built this A-frame garden shed to function as an outdoor playhouse for her child and plans to turn it into a greenhouse once they outgrow its current use-case.
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Hadley Mendelsohn Senior Editor Hadley Mendelsohn is House Beautiful's senior design editor and the co-host and executive producer of the podcast Dark House.
70 Best Backyard Ideas - Easy DIY Backyard Design Tips
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There's no retreat you can get to quicker than your own backyard, so why not make it a more serene, welcoming spot? Springtime and autumn will beg for you to be out in it as long as it's not raining, and cool summer evenings and sunny winter days will invite you back too.
The good news is that you don't need to spend a lot of money or hire a landscape designer to get your backyard to a dreamier state. Here we share 70 easy ideas to create a restful oasis for you and your entire family (pets included).
Whether your space is larger or small, wooded or open, sunny or shady, dive into this list for DIY inspiration to create unique garden containers for your favorite plants, serene gathering areas (think fire pits and Adirondacks!), cozy lounging spots, pergolas, and even a unique and easy-to-install pool.
Whether you are into gardening or reading in a hammock, filling your yard with kids and adults for outdoor fun or reserving it for a quiet alone time, you're sure to fall in love with at least a few of these ideas that will keep you on budget and give you a creative outlet too. So pick one or two to start with, gather your supplies, roll up your sleeves, and refresh your backyard for a brand new look this year. It's time to hang the string lights—backyard games, movie nights, and cookouts await!
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Update with Pops of Bright Color
Take your backyard from bland to bright! Dress up your deck, patio, or balcony with a simple display of colorful pots and birdhouses.
Choose vibrantly colored flowers that complement the color of the pots. Use acrylic craft paints or spray paint to make inexpensive clay pots any color you like.
SHOP CLAY POTS
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Upcycle Unique Containers
If your favorite gardening wellies have sprung a leak, don't toss them! Turn them into cute planters that fit well on the steps to your deck or by a sunny back door. This is also a sweet way to upcycle your child's old wellies that have been outgrown.
SHOP RAIN BOOTS
Julie Blanner
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Build a DIY Window Box
Why spend all that money on window boxes when they're not difficult to make? These pretty boxes offer a simple, elegant look for any style house.
Get the tutorial at Julie Blanner.
SHOP WHITE PAINT
DAVID TSAY
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Install a Fire Pit
Heat things up this summer with a fire pit—either one you DIY or purchase. And don't forget to stock up on tons of s'mores fixings!
SHOP OUTDOOR FIRE PITS
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Welcome Hummingbirds to Your Garden
We promise: It's so worth it! These little gems will make you smile as the zoom by and perform amazing aerial acrobatics! They beat their wings 50 times per minute and need to eat every 10 to 15 minutes, so providing them with a feeder helps supplement their diets.
You can even make your own nectar for them too.
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Julie Blanner
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Hang a Tree Swing
A tree swing just says summertime! Watch how often you'll want to swing on it yourself!
Get the tutorial at Julie Blanner.
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James Merrell
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Add Adirondack Chairs
When it comes to lounging around, there's no better place to do it than in an Adirondack chair. That might be why we instantly equate the timeless accessory with summertime. Fill your patio or backyard up with multiple chairs, add some cozy blankets, and you'll be crowned the hostess of the year in no time.
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DAVID TSAY
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Recycle Vintage Tins
Trade your go-to terracotta pots and deck your front porch out in a much more original alternative—old potato chip tins. Scour spots like Etsy and eBay to complete your collection, then pot your favorite blooms for the best porch-worthy touch.
SHOP VINTAGE TINS
BRIAN WOODCOCK
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Camp Out Under the Stars
This summer just begs for a campout, and why not in your own backyard? It's inexpensive and easy! Map out a designated corner, roll out your sleeping bags, set the mood with string lights, and gather around the fire pit for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows. Even the grownups will have fun with this idea!
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Breathe New Life Into Old Pots
Repurpose chipped or unused decorative dishes into mosaic tile pieces, which you can easily affix to plain terracotta pots.
Get the tutorial at The Vintage Butterfly.
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Stacy Risenmay
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Establish an Outdoor Movie Spot
Set up shop in the backyard, whether for sunbathing or an outdoor movie party, while cozied up against one of these handmade chairs.
Get the tutorial at Not Just A Housewife.
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Julie Blanner
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Use an Outdoor Rug to Define a Space
To make an outdoor space truly livable, you want to make it feel cozy and inviting. Add an outdoor rug to your deck or patio, a couple of throws, and some throw pillows so it will feel just as comfy as your living room sofa.
Get the tutorial at Julie Blanner.
SHOP OUTDOOR RUGS
Fantabulosity
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Shake Up the Neighborhood Lemonade Stand
With a DIY lemonade stand this well-decorated, you can safely bet your backyard will be the most popular one on the block. Your kiddos can man this adorable station for years to come.
Get the tutorial at Fantabulosity.
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Plant a Thicket of Shrubs
Need some privacy? Plant a thicket of fast-growing shrubs to screen a view or offer privacy to your deck or patio.
Instead of planting one type of plant in a row (which leaves a hole if one suddenly dies!), plant different sizes and types of shrubs in a triangular pattern. It looks more natural and provides better overall coverage anyhow.
Get the tutorial.
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Hold a High Tea Party
Who says dining al fresco has to be all hot dogs and potato salad? Channel your inner royalty and serve a formal tea worthy of the Queen. Bring out the linens and vintage china, because what are you saving it for?
SHOP VINTAGE TEA SETS
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Plant Some Edibles
There's absolutely no reason you can't use at least a little of your backyard to plant easy-to-grow edibles such as greens, cherry tomatoes, or climbing beans. Make the most of your space, and enjoy food fresh from your own mini-farm!
Get the tutorial.
SHOP SEEDS
An Oregon Cottage
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Add Elegant Seating
No need to splurge on a pricey French-style backyard bench when you can easily craft your own.
Scout out two identical chairs (the prettier, the better!) from thrift stores, remove the seats and replace with a handmade rectangular base.
Get the tutorial at An Oregon Cottage.
SHOP WHITE PAINT
The Merrythought
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Make an Outdoor Bed Swing
Has anything ever sounded more divine than an afternoon nap in the beauty of the outdoors? Make this pallet swing bed, and dream on!
Get the tutorial at The Merrythought.
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Build a Backyard Bar
Meet the most organized DIY storage unit ever. With more than enough room for outdoor treats and summer beverages, you have no excuse to not take advantage of your backyard space. It can even double as a potting bench!
Get the tutorial at A Burst of Beautiful.
SHOP WOOD SCREWS
Julie Blanner
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Update Your Outdoor Lighting
Just like anything else around the house, worn, dated outdoor lights don't make your yard feel homey.
If it's been a while since you upgraded your outdoor fixtures, it's probably time for an update!
Get the tutorial at Julie Blanner.
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Stacy Risenmay
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Cozy Up Your Fire Pit
No more dragging your kitchen chairs in and out. These backyard-worthy seats can hold up to the elements and look good, too!
Get the tutorial at Not Just A Housewife.
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Table and Hearth
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Maintain Some Privacy
An easy DIY privacy wall will make your deck or patio oh-so-cozy and out of the neighbor's view.
Get the tutorial at Table and Hearth.
SHOP LEVELS
Brian Woodcock
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Repurpose a Stock Tank As a Pool
The stock tank pool is the perfect way to cool off without the sweat (and expense) of an in-ground pool installation.
Get the tutorial.
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Lisa Romerein/Otto
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Build a Treehouse
For those who would rather enjoy the backyard from a higher altitude, Treehouse Supplies offers easy building plans and materials. Come on, you know you want one!
Helen Norman
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Set Up a Potting Station
Two metal trash cans and an old door make an inexpensive but totally functional (and adorable!) potting station.
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Brian Woodcock
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Decorate a Chic Shed
You can easily transform a basic backyard shed into a gorgeous space—complete with a barn quilt—in just 48 hours. Start by hanging checkered fabric by installing a rope across the peak of the shed and draping the fabric over using a staple gun to attach fabric to the walls (this shed required about 30 yard of fabric). Then hang an upholstered blue couch to create a unique seating area. And finish the shed by accessorizing with a bar cart, rug, and decorative baskets and plants.
Heartland Estate shed available at heartlandind.com and exclusively at Lowe’s.
Old World Garden Farms
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Warm Up the Yard With a DIY Fire Pit
Who doesn't love gathering around a warm fire on a summer night? Pits can be pretty pricey, but this one is a budget-priced solution with plenty of rustic charm.
Get the tutorial at Old World Garden Farms.
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The Created Home
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Make Your Own Pergola
A pretty pergola seems like an expensive endeavor, but you can easily build one on a budget. This idea can be adapted to any size space.
Get the tutorial at The Created Home.
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Liz Marie Blog
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Create an Outdoor Lounge
A pretty gazebo purchased from a home store and updated thrift store furniture makes this cozy patio lounge. And how cute is that coffee table made from a galvanized tub and a wire spool?
Get the tutorial at Liz Marie Blog.
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Design Dining and Diapers
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DIY Sandbox
A sandbox is a great place for kids of all ages to play. You can make one inexpensively with basic supplies from the hardware store!
Get the tutorial at Design Dining and Diapers.
SHOP PLAY SAND
25 original outdoor wedding ideas
Looking for outdoor wedding ideas ? Excellent! A wedding in nature, in a location with great views and surrounded by natural landscapes is becoming an increasingly popular choice among couples, and in fact, this trend will never go out of style.
Rural, rural and rural weddings are without a doubt the main themes of outdoor weddings (wild flowers, flowing dresses, light, wood, esparto grass…) These are the most popular themes because they create a romantic and cozy atmosphere.
So, if you dream of celebrating a wedding in nature and you need ideas for decoration, cake, theme, lighting, etc.
This is your article! Because we have collected for you 25 of the most original ideas for your dream outdoor wedding.
All you have to do is say... Yes!
1. Wedding under the stars and lanterns
You can dine under the lanterns and create the most romantic atmosphere for a perfect evening. Whether you're celebrating in the woods, in an open field, or in your backyard, by adding twinkling lights, you'll get a whole new effect and impress your guests. Plus, it's a modern and easy way to spice up your wedding décor - how about a ceiling dotted with fireflies?
Photo by Nicole Nero studio2. Lay out blankets for use during the colder months
An outdoor wedding is about creating a comfortable environment for your guests. So if your outdoor wedding is taking place during the colder months, make sure you have some warm blankets for your guests to keep them comfortable during the chilly weather.
3. Offer food in
food trucks A food truck at a wedding is what more and more couples choose today, and sometimes even more than one! Yes, this is a trend that is on the rise and is a quirky, original and fun option that all guests will love! This creates a very informal and wonderful atmosphere for everyone to socialize outdoors in nature and surrounded by lights.
4. Drink stations around the venue
To make guests feel at home, you can set up a special table for coffee, lemonade or tea. And if a bar isn't your style, you can invite guests to have a "blonde" drink on their own by creating a beer station with buckets filled with ice. This is the perfect option to cool off!
5. Make the most of natural spaces
Make the most of your natural surroundings on your wedding day! Choose colors that complement the tones of the season to be in harmony with the venue. You can even use the same colors in your décor and choose flowers in the same hues for a more charming setting.
Castillo Batres. Photo via: Perfect Venue6. Plan B
Of course, everyone wants to have their celebration on a sunny day, but it is important to prepare for any weather conditions. So be sure to plan ahead for a place for your tent in case it starts raining that day.
7. Lay out an alley of lanterns
There are many ways to use lanterns at a wedding, but we love the idea of placing them along paths and paths during the ceremony.
This is a great way to create a romantic setting and emphasize sophistication and diversify rustic style at the same time.
8. Decorate the venue with room furniture
We love the idea of using furniture in an outdoor wedding! This will allow you to use the comfort of both options for sites. You can decorate the space for a celebration and reception with a large number of rustic-style items, armchairs, sofas, large dining tables, soft chairs, luxurious dishes ... All options are relevant!
9. Hay Lounge
Throw away the chairs and seat your loved ones outdoors in country style. Cover each bale of hay with a patterned blanket for comfort so guests who get more tired from dancing can sit back and relax.
Photo by Juanlu Rojano10. Decorate tree trunks with photos
As an original and touching decoration, you can use the natural landscape as a unique place for presentation. Attach photos of you and your future spouse with twine and small clothespins, and then hang them on tree trunks - very original and soulful!
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Banquet Picnic Tables Picnic tables are perfect for a banquet, especially when placed under twinkling lights and covered with flower garlands. They fit perfectly! You can use wooden tables and place them outdoors - they will definitely remind you of your childhood!
Castillo de Buen Amor12. Install signs
Plaques and signs will make your wedding dreamlike, full of details to surprise your guests. You can nail signs indicating the location of the cocktail, banquet or ceremony, as well as signs with your names and wedding date.
13. Umbrellas and fans in case of heat
Spring weather can be different, this day can be rain or shine. Therefore, to show care for guests, be sure to provide umbrellas, fans or pipes so that guests do not get too hot and are protected from the sun.
La Fortaleza Mallorca. Photo by Pablo Laguia14. Rustic Altar
A rustic outdoor wedding requires the right arch for the ceremony. We love arches made of wood, with wrought iron elements, aged chains, wooden trunks, dried flowers, tin buckets, wooden pitchforks.
.. Maybe it's because of the rustic elements? The main thing is that they fit perfectly into the space!
15. Food containers
Food is not only a pleasure for taste, you can also make it a decorative element. Therefore, it is very important that the food also attracts the eye. Cheese, pizza, Iberian jerky, tacos nook... Besides looking very elegant, these nooks will blend in perfectly with the rest of the garden for outdoor weddings.
Photo via: Weddings and Events by Natalia Ortiz16. Signs and plaques made of wood
Table numbers can be placed on pieces of wood, as well as guest names, protocol and much more. They can also often be found as coasters for plates, trays or for placing center dishes. They can also be used as candle holders... And for any decorative function you can think of!
17. Ice cream cart
Everyone loves ice cream, so why not make it the main dessert of your wedding? It's always better to enjoy this dessert outdoors in the summer, so ice cream is perfect for an informal wedding.
Let your guests feel like children for a while!
18. Bring your pet with you
Animals love being outdoors, so this wedding makes it much easier for your furry friend to be on your special day. Pets now also become guests at the celebration of their owners, this is a joyful moment for both the animal and the bride and groom, and even for the little guests who do not stop playing with them!
Finca Torrefiel19. Photo booth in a van
A van with a photo booth inside is a fun and unique addition to an outdoor wedding that guests of all ages will love. In addition, if you decide to hold a wedding in a free style, then in this way you will invite your guests to take their own photos using a photo booth. For example, we love the photo booths in the iconic Volkswagen van!
20. Jars for decoration
Mason-style jugs and jars are items that never go out of style and can be placed anywhere: on tables, as candelabra, on chairs in the ceremony aisle, and even for cocktails - they taste even better if you drink them from vintage cans!
Finca Mallorquina Rafal Rubí21.
Wear comfortable shoes Skip the heels and put on hats, sandals or shiny sneakers to dance the night away in the open air. You will get much more enjoyment out of your day! You can also include a small note on the invitation encouraging guests to wear hats, as well as the famous heeled guest covers to make walking comfortable.
22. Add sweets table
Fantastic wedding sweets table with all kinds of mouth-watering desserts such as lollipops, marshmallows, marmalade, cookies, cupcakes… Without a doubt, this is a great and tasty way to please guests with a sweet tooth. Candy bar is becoming a favorite at all weddings, and its idea is that sweets are not only for children. Don't forget to decorate it with candles, lanterns and a large crystal lamp on the table to grab the guests' attention!
Photo by Silvia Sanchez23. Seating plan in harmony with the surroundings
Having a wedding seating plan is very important! You can get creative and place it next to vintage furniture, wooden stairs, faded doors, dried flowers… Everyone will find their place in no time! And we are sure that many will even want to take a picture with this plan.
24. Launch a flying lantern
Launching flying lanterns has become a beautiful and romantic sight, each wedding has its own symbol, most often they are used at evening weddings that take place outdoors. The legend says that if you put your wishes in a lantern and let it fly, they will come true. This is one of the most beautiful events that you can organize for your guests and that they will always remember!
Photo via: pinterest.com25. Opt for a rustic wedding cake
Forget cream-filled wedding cakes set on impossible structures that the bride and groom cut with long swords. Outdoor wedding cakes are integrated into the space in a much simpler, "naked" way. The idea is to present the cake without a lot of decorations, just use natural flowers and fruits to make it look organic at your celebration.
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11 unique outdoor seating areas
Outdoor recreation areas
In the courtyard of a private house, you can successfully receive guests or have breakfast with your family, if it is properly equipped. It is the cozy and stylish design of such oases that can raise the prestige of the owners, and also become a good investment, as it will make the house unique and more expensive.
Entrepreneurial people buy a cottage with dull landscaping and faded paint for $100,000, and then, after investing some money in it, sell an updated version for $120,000, counting the profit. It turns out that the whole secret is in appearance, it is on it that a potential buyer first of all pays attention.
The online magazine “Country House Ideas” brings to your attention some of the best ideas of 2014 for the design of the territory adjacent to the house.
These unusual solutions will help you create your own fabulous courtyard.
1. Be creative with lighting
If you are going to spend your evenings and nights outdoors, you need to think carefully about the placement of your light sources. Whether it will be a romantic corner or a place for evening gatherings is up to you, but the lighting should match the setting.
When choosing a romantic design, don't go in cycles in one color scheme. Find unusual places to place your lanterns, such as hiding them under seats or hanging them in tree branches. The created mood of celebration and magic will serve as an excuse to spend more time outside the walls of your home.
2. Sauna
The outdoor sauna, located in the middle of the garden, is a new trend in space design. Steam lovers will be happy to relax here after a working day. None of your guests will remain indifferent after visiting it. The arrangement of such a relaxation zone will not require large expenses, but it will increase the value of the house in case it is sold.
3. Whirlpool bath
Relaxing water treatments - what could be better? An outdoor jacuzzi is a delightful alternative to a stuffy bathroom. Equipped with various massage devices, heated, it will become an indispensable thing in order to plunge into the world of bliss after a hard day's work.
Place soft, cozy benches and an imitation fire nearby to comfortably enjoy the beauty of the starry sky above your head. If your financial condition allows you to invest in such a miracle, then you can only envy.
4. Natural materials
Today, every self-respecting person prefers environmentally friendly and natural materials for home improvement. They are the best for use in the garden and in the courtyard of the house. Natural wood and stone are more preferable than plastic products that have flooded the garden furniture market. Benches made of stone slabs will last indefinitely, but they are not cheap.
5. Underwater living room
A crazy design idea has become the next fashion trend.
Your guests will not be indifferent to the idea of spending the evening in a “drowned” room surrounded by water. Pool manufacturers have taken note of this use of their products and released new models of pools with an unusual shape.
6. Fireplaces and fireplaces
One of the many options for the useful use of space is to place an outdoor fireplace or fireplace in the yard. You can look at fire and water endlessly. Sitting by the fire, you can calm down, calmly think or remember the pleasant moments of life with your loved one. A comfortably furnished seating area by the outdoor fireplace, even on cool autumn evenings, will give you priceless time spent outdoors.
7. Flora
Plant flowers that grow in your area along the paths and paths. They will transform the surrounding landscape with harmoniously selected shades. Ornamental or imported plants from another country may simply not take root in your climate or die in unsuitable soil.
Don't be upset if you don't see an orchid blooming - enjoy the beauty and aromas of the flowers that grow in your climate zone.
Representatives of local nature will delight you with their flowering for many years.
8. Wall mounted garden
Wall mounted greenhouses are especially popular in homes where there is little or no yard. If there is not even a window in the room, then this is another reason to create a splash of green on the wall. Wanting to have a living corner in their apartment, some housewives do just that. When creating a wall lawn, it is necessary to provide for all the nuances of watering and plant growth.
9. Healthy herbs
Edible herb gardens are popular among cooks, people who simply love to cook, and those who care about knowing the conditions under which the herbs are grown. This kind of landscaping has become widespread in the homes of the elderly, and recently young people have become interested in this trend. Ask those who already have such beds - they will tell you that there is nothing better than picking a sprig of fresh herbs and adding it to a cooking dish.
And how useful it is!
10. Reduced lawn
Monotonous lawns in front of the house have recently lost their relevance. More and more people are using landscape designers' advice to reduce lawns or divide them into zones.
Agree that a yard covered with grass alone is suitable only for children who feel free and relaxed on it. But for most people, it is a burden to care for the grass of the lawn. New trends in landscape design are taking over the traditional ones. By creating a pattern on the grass, you will add a little playfulness to the image and make your yard look different from the neighbor's.
11. Synthetic turf
Synthetic turf has grown in popularity since its inception. This is a great option for those who do not have the opportunity to create a lawn of natural greenery and regularly monitor its condition. Synthetics, on the other hand, are easy to care for and do not require extra labor and time.
Artificial turf will be especially in demand in those regions where it is difficult to grow grass due to climatic conditions.
