Creating the Ultimate Backyard Retreat: Outdoor Living Trends

A thoughtfully assembled outdoor living space is as enticing and welcoming as your interior living areas. Soft, plush seating areas that invite you to sit, catch up, and relax and are focused on comfort, durability, and uniting the outdoor scheme with the indoor vibe top many homeowners’ backyard design goals. If you’re giving your outdoor space a refresh, read on for outdoor design concepts that are having a moment.

Intentionally designing the outdoor space like it’s an indoor room

Whether you have a petite patio or a sprawling backyard with multiple levels and living spaces, treating this area with the same intentional design as an indoor living room will create a space for entertaining, gathering, and relaxing. Creating a layout, factoring spaces to eat, having a conversation and lounge are all elements to create a cohesive area. Then, select outdoor materials and fabrics to stand up to the weather, such as an outdoor rug and sun-resistant upholstery. Lastly, you can layer in the details, such as lighting, planters, and other decorative elements.

Investing in timeless outdoor furniture

Outdoor furniture is an investment — for good reason. Investing in timeless pieces made of durable materials instead of low-quality plastic or uncomfortable wrought iron will create a space that you want to use and will last for many years to come. Outdoor sectionals, armchairs, sofas, dining, accent, and coffee tables should all be investment pieces that will serve as the backdrop for your home’s summer outdoor memories.

Examples of durable outdoor furniture materials include:

Teak
Weatherproof wicker and rattan
Concrete
Powder-coated aluminum
Recycled materials

Unifying the indoors and outdoors

Coordinating the outdoor and interior design schemes helps create a cohesive, unified look and feel. For example, if your outdoor living area is off the family room, selecting material selections and a color scheme that coordinates with the family room will connect these two spaces.

Making luxury upgrades

Luxury home features aren’t just for the indoors. Luxury outdoor upgrades can make your outdoor living area more comfortable and increase the frequency with which you use it. These may include adding an outdoor fireplace, kitchens with an expansive prep area, pizza ovens, bars, or media areas.

Adding a partial enclosure

Whether it’s a roof or a wall, enclosing part of the outdoor living area will increase the time you can enjoy the space. If it’s raining out or the sun is too intense, an enclosure can help protect you from the elements.

Thoughtfully creating a lighting plan

A well-lit space is an essential part of any design plan. LED, solar and smart lighting are all critical elements of a well-lit outdoor area. Smart lighting allows you to control the lighting, even if you’re not home or need to adjust it when you’re in a different area of the home. Solar lighting, such as lanterns, pathway lighting, and string lighting, adds ambiance, can be energy-efficient, and can help lessen energy bills. LED lights can help you control the light temperature and the overall ambiance of the area.

Investing in this space can offer you immediate value in how you live your life and add value to your home when it’s time to sell.

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Home Roofing Questions?

How to Select the Right Type of Roof for Your New House

If you’re interested in building a custom home, you’ve probably given a lot of thought to the number of bedrooms and the interior layout. You might not have weighed the pros and cons of different roofing materials.

The roof plays a critical role in protecting your home and its contents, and it can be one of the top factors that influence your utility bills. Here are some things to consider when selecting a material for your roof.

Cost and Long-Term Value

When building or repairing a house, price is one of the primary factors that must be considered. If you’re building a home from scratch, you’ll have to weigh the upfront cost of the roof against its long-term value. Asphalt shingles are popular because they’re durable and affordable. Other materials, such as cedar shakes, metal and slate, cost more, but they can last much longer than asphalt.

Maintenance costs also vary from one material to another. For instance, asphalt shingles require minimal maintenance, while cedar requires significantly more. You might want to keep the cost of the roof down to keep your total home-building budget under control, or you might prefer to make a substantial investment now so you won’t have to worry about replacing the roof anytime soon. If you sell the house in the future, a roof that’s made with a long-lasting material can appeal to potential buyers.

Weather Conditions

Roofing materials differ in terms of how well they can stand up to various kinds of weather. The conditions in your area can influence your choice of roofing material. Metal roofing can handle extreme weather and fire. Slate also offers those advantages.

It costs more and lasts longer than metal. Cedar’s durability and beauty make it a popular roofing material, but wood shingles might not be a good choice for an area that’s prone to wildfires. If you’re building a house in an area that gets heavy snowfall in the winter, you’ll need a roof that can handle the weight.

Select the Roof That Fits Your Needs, Goals and Budget

Each roofing material has its advantages, but materials differ widely when it comes to cost and lifespan. To make a decision, you’ll have to think about what’s important to you and how much you can afford.

Your architect or general contractor can tell you more about the pros and cons of various roofing materials. A professional can give you advice on which would be most suitable for the weather in your area, discuss local building codes and tell you about any restrictions that might affect your decision.

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