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Idea #1)  A Covered Outdoor Living Space
A freestanding structure as a destination away from the house Many feel they want a covered space attached to their house but free-standing covered structures make great destination
a)       Gable style
b)      Hip & Ridge style
c)       Traditional gazebo style
d)      Lean-to style
e)      Pergola
I would recommend a covered structure that fully protects you from the elements & extends your seasons a little bit – in all weather. You could have heaters, add a fireplace, then a kitchen to your current structure and suddenly, it becomes a true four-season outdoor living area.
Idea #2) An Outdoor Kitchen
Not a standard application for this idea – I want you to think about adding more to your outdoor kitchen. Kitchens are amazing destinations outdoors. If you have a grill, that’s great but you can add a griddle right next to it or you can add a side burner. Maybe a pizza oven?  Don’t forget a refrigerator, and ice maker in your outdoor kitchen. These amenities keep you outside a little bit longer. How about a smoker or green egg? These are extremely popular as a secondary cook surface. Get creative with your outdoor kitchen. It doesn’t have to be the standard grill anymore – take it to the next level.
idea #3) Create a Relaxation Spot
What would relax you in your outdoor space? Yes, it’s personal – so think about some ideas in the landscape you would like to get away to. A little water feature, a very soothing little spot you can relax and let the stress of the day melt away. It could also be a little garden spot in your landscape. Gardening is known to be therapeutic and to relax as you. So maybe a little raised garden bed for you to be able to go out and putter in after a long day of work.  It can be a hot tub or sauna.
Idea #4) Another one that makes my list for the best backyard ideas is a Firepit. Not the typical fire pit – there are many different styles of firepits. Pack it full of people & kids- the main thing you’re thinking about is how to get out and use your space. You want to have it as that destination to get people over and get a break from the TV and apple devices.
Idea #5) My favorite backyard idea is an outdoor sauna. I use my Sona all the time – three times a week minimum. It’s a nice little meditation spot too – a private Oasis.
Idea #6) I always sneak a bar in my outdoor designs. Outdoor bars attract people. I love a bar because you can put a bar in almost any space. They look great and do not hinder people’s flow through the living space. So a bar in an outdoor living space cannot be understated.
Idea #7) One of my top ideas for your outdoor living space is an outdoor TV or an indoor TV that you move outside. Another fun idea:  an outdoor projector with a movie screen. Surprisingly, these are not very costly, but they add such an amazing summer evening environment. This is one of my favorite things to do: summer movie nights! We put up an inexpensive movie screen, have a very inexpensive projector – and enjoy evenings with lots of family and friends out watching movies under the stars together. Some people mock us because we are moving things outside but I just love being outside. If we watch movies – at least we’re outdoors hanging out together.
So, 7 great ideas here. I’m sorry to say but I was only able to get the first seven ideas in this video – but I do have the other six and because I fooled you saying it was 13 . . . (ran out of time) I’m gonna give you a bonus idea in the next video! Thank you very much for watching!

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29 Comments

  3. Cindy Quintero

    I love the work you guys do !! I love how you utilized every single area and as well how you add all the elements (fire,water etc )
    We are original from Colombia but we live in San Antonio, Texas !! Definitely looking forward for you guys to make your magic in our backyard ❤️

  6. mgoblueguy

    Love your ideas! We just purchased a lake property that is across the road from the lake. (We own both sides of the road, huge lot on the water, and the road is a dead end with only three other houses beyond ours) I had thought about a pavilion on the lakefront with power and water to be used seasonally. I want the shade option with overhead fans and string lights, but I’m not sure about a concrete slab or a floating deck attached to the pavilion posts. I’m not looking to break the bank, but I surely don’t wanna half-ass anything either! I figured on a fridge, small sink, grill, griddle, and possibly a smoker. I’ll do pavers for a fire pit off to the side. I’ve looked all over YT for a similar setup but haven’t found anything. PLEASE HELP?!!!

  8. jeffgawne

    So I need to keep my fire pit away from my house so it’s a destination…. I hope my neighbors are going to be okay with my using their backyard….

  10. Talal Cockar

    Man, this is great, I'm doing a design for a client with two acres and multiple spaces designated for different activities. This gives me some interesting ideas to incorporate

  11. Corinda Wolman

    I like your approach and use of space. Thank you! I'm curious about the screen, you mention at around 2:50 minutes in you video, using it against the wind. We live in an area that is windy in the evenings, making our backyard too cold to use even in the summer. I wonder if you have any information about the screen or any other ideas other than building a wall. Thanks! & Much luck to you!

  14. Mel Hillman

    I love your work, my husband has been I’ll with dementia and has he to go to a Memory Care facility, we have a good size back yard and it would be wonderful to transform it so I can maintain it. I find it very difficult to keep up the maintenance by myself that was something my husband always loved to do. Thank You for doing what you do and inspire people to dream and work towards making the dream come true. A relaxing space now wouldn’t that be magic

  20. Harinder Saini

    I am totally inspired by your ideas. I am looking for some help to design my back yard. I have tradesmen to do the work but would like sone guidance to design it. Can I get some help? I am in Surrey, BC

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