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As the weather warms up more people want to be outside to enjoy the sunshine. However, with borders still closed for the foreseeable future, the backyard might be as far as you can go. Here are some design tips from Satara on creating a resort feeling at home.
W
ith summer just
the indoors, building/planning restrictions, location
on our doorstep and
of outdoor kitchen/cooking facilities, ventilation, etc.
people spending more
Create an ideas board for inspiration by taking
time than ever at home,
photos of interesting designs and textures.
there is no better opportunity to create an
Pinterest and Instagram are great sources of
amazing outdoor space that will make you feel
images for inspiration.
like you are somewhere else but still have all the
Budget
comforts of being at your own house.
You can spend anything from $1,000 to hundreds
Design
of thousands on your outdoor room. Your budget
Having a plan of what you want to achieve before
will have a big impact on what is possible. A well
you start is the most important stage. Things to
designed outdoor room can add significantly
consider include how much space you have
to the value of your property and also to your
available, protection from the weather, which
ultimate enjoyment of the space. Don’t forget
direction the hot afternoon sun shines, your view
to allow money for good quality furniture and
from inside the house, how the room will link with
accessories to finish off the space.
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