Top 4 "Outdoor Living Space" Trends of 2023.
As you may already know, the importance of the âoutdoor living spaceâ increased dramatically during the pandemic when many people found themselves spending more time at home than ever before. However, utilizing outdoor living spaces has always been a popular way to enjoy the benefits of the outdoors.
Installing an outdoor living space is one of the best "home improvement" projects you can invest in this year. Not only does it add tremendous value to your home, but they can be used for a wide range of functions in your family's everyday life, with fire pits, outdoor fireplaces, and lounge areas proving popular with many homeowners. Add thoughtful lighting, and these spaces can create an intimate atmosphere, especially in the evenings.
No matter what you and your loved ones enjoy doing, thereâs a way to shape your outdoor living space into your lifestyle.
Here are 4 outdoor living space ideas trending for 2023:
1. Install a Fire Pit
A fire pit has a special place in most of our lives. It brings comfort and warmth on a cool night. And it still provides a unique ambiance during the hot summer months when sitting outdoors with family and friends, enjoying the warm evenings.
Wood-Burning Fire Pits
A wood-burning fire pit is the quintessential representation of a traditional campfire. It evokes the same ambiance and atmosphere as a campfire made on a camping trip. The only difference is that the fire pit fire is in your backyard, and the fire is contained within a safe structure.
If your interested in a wood-burning option that is mobile and smokeless, then a fire pit made by Solo Stove is the solution. Solo stoves are stainless steel, smokeless fire pits and camp stoves designed for home and camping use. If youâve ever been frustrated having to move your chair all around the fire pit to avoid the smoke (and not being able to escape it!), these are the fire pits for you. The design is efficient and beautiful, and easy to start a fire in. Youâll probably find yourself having fires more often, and kids will love gathering biomass to fuel them.
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Propane Fire Pits
The propane fire pit is the most convenient fire pit available on the market today. It can be lit and enjoyed without having to add more wood while the fire is burning. Also, this fire pit can be built bigger than the wood-burning fire pit and is often designed as the focal piece of the entertainment area.
Natural Gas Fire Pits
A natural gas fire pit is similar to a propane fire pit but has a permanent connection to the natural gas line that runs into your home. Thus, if you have an existing gas line, then this fire pit is worth considering. The most significant advantage of a natural gas installation is that you will never run out of gas. The second benefit of this fire pit is that it is the most cost-effective and the easiest to maintain.
2. Build an Outdoor Fireplace
An outdoor fireplace is a great addition to any backyard as a welcoming focal point for your home. Having an outdoor fireplace is one of the latest trends for home renovations that combine comfort and warmth outside for many months.
Aesthetically Pleasing
An outdoor fireplace can enhance the look of the entire backyard, making your patio more cozy while adding interest to your home and backyard scenery. An outdoor fireplace can combine the best form and function as another area of your home and encourage you to spend more time outdoors while the flames crackle and light up the night. It can turn the area into a perfect location for nighttime entertainment with extended living space.
Different Fuel Options
While considering an outdoor fireplace, you will have to decide whether it is going to be wood burning, propane or natural gas. If you decide on wood burning or propane, you can locate it anywhere on the property; however, if the fireplace is going to be fueled by natural gas, your choices are limited. Since the natural gas line is unusually fed directly from your home, the location for the fireplace will be determined by its proximity to the gas line. Gas fireplaces tend to cost more than wood-burning ones and the farther from the house that the gas line must run, the more costly the installation will be for the fireplace.
Fireplace Design
The design of your fireplace is another consideration, but adding an outdoor fireplace is an easy process because you donât have to tear down existing walls in your house. With the help of a professional landscape company like Snow Creek Landscaping, you can turn empty and unused space into a beautiful outdoor focal point. A popular choice for many homeowners is the built-in style, which attaches the fireplace to an outside wall of the home. Another common choice is the freestanding style that can be located anywhere on the property. The sky's the limit regarding styles from modern to rustic, and Snow Creek can help you choose the style that best fits the look of your home.
3. Install Synthetic Turf
Having a lush, wellâmanicured lawn doesnât have to mean hefty maintenance or upkeep costs. Advances in artificial grass technology have resulted in cutting-edge, eco-friendly products that are a far cry from the âastroturfâ products of the â70s. This new breed of artificial grass is realistic, sustainable, functional, and best of all, itâs virtually maintenance-free.
Low-Maintenance
Finding an ideal low-maintenance natural grass option for your landscape is all but impossible. The constant watering, weeding, fertilizing, mowing, and patching of natural grass tend to âgobble upâ your weekends. Artificial grass, however, provides a waterless, low-maintenance solution without sacrificing the beauty, function or look of real grass. All that lawn equipment can stay tucked away in the garage or shed, you wonât miss it.
Durable
While heavy foot traffic, heavy shade, or weather may result in worn areas or bare patches in a natural grass application, artificial turf will simply not wear down. Artificial turf is designed to hold up against high-traffic areas that regularly take a beating: playgrounds, schoolyards, pet areas and sports fields, just to name a few. Plus, any reputable artificial grass product will be non-toxic and safe for pets and children.
Sustainable
Unlike traditional grass, artificial grass products leverage recycled and sustainable products, while using less of the earthâs natural resources. Synthetic grass surfaces allow you to conserve water, while eliminating fertilizers and pesticides. Youâll also see reductions in your maintenance and lawn equipment expenses, and you can rest easy knowing you wonât be releasing any harmful emissions into the atmosphere.
Appearance
Yes, artificial grass is low maintenance, durable, and sustainable, but itâs also downright beautiful! After all, many golf courses are finding synthetic turf to be a functional and beautiful solution forâŻtheir greens. A high-quality artificial turf product should have a soft, lush natural-grass appearance that looks great year-round. These are just a few of the many benefits of artificial grass. Just imagine a lawn that looks great year-round with no weeding, mowing, fertilizing or patching!
4. Techo-Bloc Pavers
Implementing hardscaping and other human-made features in your landscape can help maximize your enjoyment of your home. Utilizing Techo-Bloc pavers in your outdoor projects will certainly benefit your outdoor living space.
What is Techo-Bloc?
Techo-Bloc is a brand of stone pavers manufactured from aggregates of granite and sand making the pavers tough and durable. In addition to their strength, the pavers retain an organic, natural stone appearance to naturally blend in with outdoor environments. Techo-Bloc pavers come in many colors and textures, too, so you can find the ideal pavers for your desired style and aesthetic.
Some of the benefits of using Techo-Bloc include:
Durability
As mentioned above, Techo-Bloc paving stones are made of fine granite aggregates instead of the limestone often used in other pavers. Granite makes the pavers more durable and longer lasting and minimizes the absorption of water that could otherwise damage the stone. Techo-Bloc paving stones are also tested with salt water to ensure that the pavers resist salt damage from repeated exposure during cold winters.
Naturally Beautiful
In addition, Techo-Bloc pavers are available in several colors, sizes, and shapes, allowing the creation of beautifully patterned patios, walkways, or pool decks to suit any style. Even as the pavers wear over time, the color stays the same.
Well-Engineered
One common issue that homeowners run into with traditional pavers is that the pavers shift over time as the ground shifts. This issue is less likely to occur with Techo-Bloc pavers, as these pavers interlock with each other to form a solid surface that will stay in place as time goes by limiting the possibility of cracking and fracturing.
Get a New Outdoor Living Space Today!
Whether itâs outdoor entertaining season or a quiet family night, an outdoor living space can enhance your lifestyle in various ways. From hosting friends and family to outdoor dining and unwinding in your swimming pool, the relaxation and entertainment opportunities afforded by a beautiful outdoor living space are practically endless.