Secret gardens: 7 small backyard design ideas

Secret gardens: 7 small backyard design ideas

Do you want to turn your outdoor space into an urban oasis where you can relax and unwind?

The outdoor furniture market was over $15.7 billion in 2020, and it continues to grow. The growth is down to the number of people turning their backyards into something unique. Many people still think you need a large area and a lot of money. But today, this post will show you small backyard design ideas on a budget! All you have to do is keep reading until the end!

1. Build a bar

It wasn’t so long ago when people believed that home bars were only for the rich and famous. These days, with the aid of the internet, erecting a DIY bar has never been easier. You can buy cheap or second-hand bars. But if you build a bar from scratch, you can design it to the style and vibe you want in your little paradise. Not to mention, you can save on your hard-earned cash!

2. Tables and chairs

If you want to enjoy a drink from your bar, you need a place to sit and relax. If you have the space, think about adding an outdoor sofa, they add a lot of value and comfort to your area. Don’t worry if you have a small or narrow backyard. There’s furniture designed for compact spaces, and they usually fold up when not in use.

3. Grow plants, fruit and vegetables

The best small backyard landscaping idea is to grow plants and crops. If you’re unable to undertake the work yourself, you can hire a contractor such as landscape services Alpharetta GA. The plants’ vibrant colours will brighten up your outdoor space – especially during the spring and summer months. Growing fruit and veg can save you money and is a fun activity. You can even try turning fruit into some home-made wine or cider. You should start using Holmes Lawn & Pest control to keep the nasty pests away from plants and flowers!

4. Build a storage shed

How many times have you been meaning to get move your tools, but you have nowhere to put them. Well, now you do! The best part is you have a place to store items you want to keep away from kids.

5. Cook outdoors

A BBQ is one of the best small backyard ideas for entertaining guests. And when word gets out about how delicious your grilling is, you can expect much more visitors. Nobody wants to be stuck cooking inside when the weather is nice. So enjoy the weather with a drink in one hand and a spatula in the other.

6. Set your backyard alight

That’s right, set your backyard alight… with lights! The lighting can determine your vibe and atmosphere. If you want a fairy-tale setting, get some very bright white lights, and line them along the walls. If you want a hipster vibe, go for multi-coloured mix match bulbs. Just make sure to get ones that fit your setting.

7. A fire pit

A blazing fire pit puts a spark into your small backyard! When the sun does down, the cold night starts to creep into your backyard. But you can cosy up around the fire pit and fend it off. You can even start making s’mores!

Use these small backyard design ideas

Everyone deserves a slice of heaven. And by using these small backyard design ideas, you can turn that dream into a reality! You know what to do, so now it’s time to clear your backyard and start getting to work. And if want more small design ideas for the rest of your home, continue reading our blog for free!

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How to make the most of your garden this spring

How to make the most of your garden this spring

Since the majority of the past year has been spent in lock-down, the opportunities to get outside and breathe in the fresh air have been seriously reduced. This is a shame, as being out in green spaces is believed to offer many benefits to health and well-being and, right now, many people need this more than ever.

The good news is that spring has now arrived, and the restrictions of recent months are beginning to ease, which means that everyone can get outside and enjoy more time in nature. You don’t need to travel to enjoy the benefits of fresh air; simply spending time in your garden can be incredibly beneficial. To enrich your time spent outdoors, why not try some of these tips to help you make more of your time in the garden this spring?

Grow your own

Enjoying your time spent outside by relaxing and soaking up the sunshine is a lot of fun, but getting out to do some gardening is also a great way to use your outdoor space. If you love to cook and are trying to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle, then growing produce is an excellent way to put this into practice and enjoy the freshest possible ingredients for your culinary creations.

Depending on the fruit and vegetables you plan to grow, you should only need a small patch of the garden dedicated to growing your fresh produce.

Dine al fresco

There’s something incredibly calming about eating outside, and no matter how often you do it, it still seems to have a novelty factor about it, like being on holiday in your own garden. Enjoying your evening meal outside is a great way to spend a laid-back evening enjoying the spring air while eating delicious food.

To get yourself inspired and in the mood for some outdoor dining, you could try some new recipes that are perfect for eating outside. Take a look to see how to barbecue chicken thighs which are ideal for eating outdoors on a sunny spring evening spent with friends and family. Building up a repertoire of dishes that are perfect for outdoor eating is an excellent way to make the most of sunny spring evenings.

Create a relaxing space

Gardens perform so many functions and are both a decorative and practical addition to your home. However, when your garden is not playing host to your loved ones while you entertain, it makes the ideal space to unwind. Creating a relaxing area in your garden makes the perfect place to kick back and forget about the world after a busy day of working. If you want to make space for some serious relaxation, you could introduce a hot tub to your garden or perhaps create a covered area that you can relax in regardless of the weather. The important thing is to create a garden that delivers your perfect idea of relaxation and helps you make more of your outdoor space during the spring and throughout the year.

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Get their look: Dog-friendly garden

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I truly identify with this home-owner. I remember helplessly trying to stop Fudge from walking roughshod our lovingly prepared allotment beds and seedlings. They have designed this attractive yet, at the same time, dog-friendly garden with damage limitation in mind.

There’s an obvious pathway – to keep spaniel, Coco on the straight and narrow. They’ve sown robust plants that can stand up to being pushed past and trampled; bamboo, phormium (New Zealand flax) and yucca. They also add shape, drama and lend a tropical ambiance.

That giant outdoor Anglepoise is a real talking point – and extends the length of time you can spend outdoors to well into the night. Probably my favourite feature, is the stunning 1m2 porcelain tiles. Named ‘carpet for the garden’ they’re printed with what looks to be an antique Persian rug design. It really makes it feel like bringing the inside out!

  1. Phyllostachys nigra/black bamboo
  2. Original Anglepoise 1227 giant outdoor floor lamp
  3. Yucca gloriosa/Adam’s needle
  4. Phormium ‘Black Velvet’
  5. Grid left / right end table unit
  6. Carpet for the Garden tiles

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Carpet for the Garden tiles
Carpet for the Garden tiles
Grid left / right end table unit
Grid left / right end table unit
Phormium ‘Black Velvet’
Phormium ‘Black Velvet’
Yucca gloriosa/Adam’s needle
Yucca gloriosa/Adam’s needle
Original Anglepoise 1227 giant outdoor floor lamp
Original Anglepoise 1227 giant outdoor floor lamp
Phyllostachys nigra/black bamboo
Phyllostachys nigra/black bamboo
Carpet for the Garden tiles
Carpet for the Garden tiles
Grid left / right end table unit
Grid left / right end table unit
Phormium ‘Black Velvet’
Phormium ‘Black Velvet’
Yucca gloriosa/Adam’s needle
Yucca gloriosa/Adam’s needle
Original Anglepoise 1227 giant outdoor floor lamp
Original Anglepoise 1227 giant outdoor floor lamp
Phyllostachys nigra/black bamboo
Phyllostachys nigra/black bamboo
Carpet for the Garden tiles
Carpet for the Garden tiles
Grid left / right end table unit
Grid left / right end table unit
Phormium ‘Black Velvet’
Phormium ‘Black Velvet’
Yucca gloriosa/Adam’s needle
Yucca gloriosa/Adam’s needle
Original Anglepoise 1227 giant outdoor floor lamp
Original Anglepoise 1227 giant outdoor floor lamp
Phyllostachys nigra/black bamboo
Phyllostachys nigra/black bamboo

Get their look: Urban roof terrace

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We love living the quiet life, but every so often we both get a yearning for big city living again. This urban roof terrace is just the kind of outdoor space that many city-dwellers would love; a huge sky and activity all around.

It’s very open indeed, so perhaps not everyone’s favoured option – probably not the best place for a spot of sunbathing in the nude! The clear glass barriers are primarily built for safety rather than privacy. The view is one of the terrace’s great attractions, however – you’d have the feeling of hovering in mid-air – so probably wise not to block it out.

Astroturf is the perfect floor covering, it stands up to the elements, is non-slip, soft underfoot and really gives the illusion of a well-manicured lawn. It looks like a lovely place for a relaxed, al fresco gathering of friends and family.

  1. 1000mm2 toughened clear glass balustrade panels
  2. Matthew Hilton Eos outdoor furniture range for Case
  3. MAUI deckchair slings
  4. John Lewis deckchair frame, FSC-certified (eucalyptus)
  5. 4 Nova champagne glasses
  6. Stainless steel ice bucket / wine/champagne cooler
  7. Marlow medium density artificial grass

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