Choosing a Floor Plan for Your Family: 4 Tips to Consider

A few simple adjustments can enhance your outdoor living design. There are many tips and tricks to help you achieve your desired look, from choosing a color palette to investing in weatherproof furniture. Ready to get started? Explore our guide of outdoor living ideas to help improve your backyard décor.

Choose a Color Palette

Decide on a color palette to incorporate into your outdoor living design. Bright whites and neutral sand tones are ideal for an outdoor oasis as they contribute to an overall feeling of tranquility.

Looking for a little pop of color? Mimic the sunshine and sky with bright blues, oranges and yellows for a welcome addition to your outdoor landscape. You can even plant hanging or potted flowers to add more color into the mix.

Add Floor Pillows and Poufs

You can also spruce up your space with floor pillows and poufs. This is an easy and affordable way to create extra seating options and give a Bohemian feel to your outdoor living area. Floor pillows are perfect for both country and urban homes and can add some personality to your backyard. Poufs even work as extra seating areas when you have friends and family over.

Incorporate Outdoor Rugs

Love the idea of adding textiles to an outdoor space? Weatherproof rugs come in a variety of styles and are resistant to fading, stains, and mildew. They often mimic indoor rug design trends and are an excellent way to break up a large paver patio or deck space.

Additionally, you can spray them down easily when they get dirty. Synthetic rugs — made from materials like like plastic and polypropylene — can usually be rinsed with a water hose for easy cleaning and rolled up when not in use. Natural fibers, such as jute and sisal, absorb sound and are especially durable, which is why they are often used in high-traffic indoor area rugs as well.

Invest in Weatherproof Furniture

If you want to enjoy your backyard beyond the warmer months, make sure your furniture is weatherresistant.& nbsp;Items made from materials like teak, powder-coated steel, and polyresin wicker are built to last through many seasons. Keep in mind that you will want to cover the furniture and bring in cushions and pillows when it rains or snows.

Want to cozy up your outdoor living area? Incorporate mix-and-match seating into your design that can be moved in an instant. Weather-friendly woven chairs and garden stools are ideal for entertaining large groups. And when it is just you, the stools can double as ottomans, side tables, and plant stands.

Hang a Hammock

A hammock is a simple way to update your backyard and make it feel more serene. They work in almost any setting, including a porch, terrace, patio, or yard. An afternoon nap in a hammock can be the perfect end to your day, as the swinging motion is often relaxing. Hammocks are also a great decorative accessory.

In addition to a hammock, a cozy daybed is a great option for outdoor naps, reading, or entertaining. A swinging daybed is a fun mid-point between an outdoor sofa and a hammock.

Choosing the right backyard furniture allows you to turn your outdoor space into an extension of your living room, providing your family with long-lasting outdoor enjoyment for years to come.

Updating your outdoor living design can be as simple as incorporating a weatherproof rug or buying new furniture. Looking for some inspiration as you spruce up your space? Explore Perry Homes’ gallery of spacious backyards and covered patios to help you create an outdoor oasis your family will love.