There’s something magical about having a particular outdoor spot at home where you can relax and enjoy the surroundings. Stunning landscapes, the wind passing by your hair, the freshness of the breeze, and the charming glow of the stars at night.
Hiring a professional to create a perfect outdoor space could be expensive. Still, with some advice, creativity, and effort, you’ll be able to do it yourself. Just follow these tips!
Get Inspiration
First, you got to visualize the final result. Help yourself with a notebook, a pin board, or even a virtual board like Pinterest. Gather examples and pictures of colors, textures, materials, fabrics, ornaments, and accessories.
Making a collage with all the collected material can help you visualize the final result. So, unleash your creativity and work on your vision board.
Measure
Once you have a clear image of what you want, the next step is to measure the area you’ll use. The furniture or accessories will depend entirely on the space. Furnishing a porch is not the same as furnishing a terrace or a backyard.
Measuring also will help you to get a better idea of the budget and the amount of furniture you’ll need. At this stage, you can adjust your budget and decide if there are things you can do on your own to save money before making an unnecessary expense.
Materials
The best way to choose the materials you will use is to consider the use you will give to the space.
Will it be a space to be quiet and alone? If so, you may need a cozy corner with lots of cushions or free space for your yoga mat. Will it be a space to share with others? If it is a space that you will share with many guests or where there will be pets or children, you will surely want to use furniture with surfaces and fabrics that you can clean easily. And last but not less, will the place be very exposed? Opt for sun and moisture-resistant materials for better durability if your furniture is outdoors.
Let’s get to work!
Here comes the fun part. Now that you followed every step of the way, it’s time to go shopping. So, unleash the interior designer in you and begin to pick up everything you need. Start for the big things and once everything is taking shape, gradually add the details and your personal touch.
Remember, Rome wasn’t built in a day, and even the most experienced designer takes time to get the desired result. So, take it easy, follow the steps and get help if you need it.
It only remains to get to work. Tell me later how it went. See you in the comment box!.
