10 of our Favorite Backyard Ideas
Beautiful design doesn't need to be limited to the inside of your home. We think that beautiful design includes the exterior of your home - from the mailbox to the backyard. And outside of your home, there are endless design possibilities - especially in the backyard. Whether your backyard is private or visible, sunny or shady, big or small, we have design inspiration that you can incorporate into your backyard. Check out the backyard ideas below for inspiration from small to big backyards.
Backyard Ideas...
For Small Backyards
Left: Wright.on.ca, Top: InteriorDesignInspiration.net, Bottom: Decoist.com
Design your own patio and fire place area to maximize your space. This can be done easily and with minimal space.
For Big Backyards
For big backyards, use levels to distinguish your different spaces. In this backyard, Paul Semkuley separated the lounging area from the pool area.
For Kids
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Keep your kids safe and busy in the backyard with things like sunken trampolines and spray paint Twister.
For Pool Lovers
Top: BackyardOasis.com, Left: StylesDecor.com, Right: HomedIt.com
Design your poolside areas with stone patios and outdoor dinner tables. If you have an above-ground pool, build a deck around it that you can landscape.
For Fire Lovers
Top: BestPlants.com, Bottom: Firerock.us, Right: HousePlansBlog.DonGardner.com
Whether you want a fire pit or a fireplace, plenty of seating is a must. A glass fire pit is a unique touch as well. Don't forget the s'mores!
For Cooks
From: DIYNetwork.com
For food lovers, and outdoor kitchen is probably just as important as an indoor kitchen. A design like this one holds everything you need.
For Romantics
Left: NYTimes.com, Right: TheSouthernStateofMind.BlogSpot.com
A romantic backyard look can be achieved very easily. Simply string some lights around the area and light a few candles.
For Entertainers
Left: DIYforlife.com, Right: TheGardeningCook.com
If you love entertaining, you'll need plenty of seating and a countertop area to hold food.
For Clean Home Owners
Keep your floors clean with a pink ribbon welcome mat outside your back door.
For Gardeners
Left: HomedIt.com, Right: WeedEmAndReap.com
Dress up your fences with flower arrangements and unique leveled flower boxes.
For more backyard inspiration and backyard ideas, visit our Pinterest board.
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