Socializing
A Great Place To Relax.
What could be more perfect than sitting in the garden socializing with family or friends on a warm summers day, with a few drinks, sizzling barbecue...laughter...relaxation......it's chill out time! These are moments to savour in our busy lives. We look back on them with contentment, longing for the next fine day when we can let time pass us by and to forget the outside world.
Creating an outdoor living space or
outdoor garden rooms
is fairly easy. And think of the benefits - reducing stress, putting things into perspective, time for enjoyment or just getting out in the fresh air in a confortable and relaxing environment.
What Do I Need?
The good news is - not a lot really! A patio or decked area, with some colourful pot plants can be enough to make the area attractive and welcoming.
The important thing is to section off the area in some way so that it has a cosy and intimate feel. This could be done with just pots or planters. Think carefully about where to position your seating area for shade or sun to fit your specific needs.
Adding some height can be a real bonus too because it gives a feeling of enclosure and can provide a framework on which climbing plants can grow. This can be done with a pergola, either built by yourself or in kit form.
There are so many products available today to make your outdoor living space attractive, welcoming and interesting but before thinking about these it is a good idea to make decisions about the main structures.
Garden Structures.
Decking and Pergola Combinations-
With a huge range to choose from, in all different styles, shapes, materials and prices, these are great for creating a fantastic area for socializing, transforming your garden in a very short time.
They can be used with attractive trellis panels to make cosy corners and private areas. Plants can be used either to climb over the pergola or planted in pots placed on or around the structure. Simple, yet superb!
Paving Kits-
Paving can be used instead of decking as a base for your seating area. If you would like to include a pergola, this can be placed on the paving using bolt down post anchors or in the ground around the paving using a post anchor or concrete.
Gazebos-
Gazebos tend to have a solid roof, unlike a pergola, although the metal gazebos have an open top. Both can be used to great effect in the garden for socializing and relaxing.
Wooden Gazebos
Metal Gazebo
Stunning Rotating Gazebo
Unusual and Chic Gazebos
Argos Fabric Gazebos
Garden Accessories.
When you have a garden structure in mind, you can then think about the garden accessories that will enhance the area. These will depend on how you are going to use your outdoor living space for socializing. Is it intended for dining (at a table) or for a more informal area for lounging and soaking up the sun? Will you use it in the day, evening or both? Is it in the sun or the shade?
Garden Furniture
- wooden, wrought iron, textoline, plastic, beanbags, outdoor beanbags, cushions, hammocks, hanging chairs, parasols.
Barbeques - gas, charcoal, self-build.
Garden Heating - patio heaters, chimineas and fire pits.
Garden Lighting - solar, low voltage, candles.
Water Features - self-contained.
Hot Tubs - static and portable.
These accessories can make all the difference in creating a comfortable and relaxing area. There are so many materials and styles to choose from that you can create a truly individual feel. Used with wonderful structures and beautiful plants you will have a fantastic area for socializing in no time at all!
Have a vision of what you want your area to look like. Take some time to explore the links and see if anything fits in with your own ideas. Jot down notes about structures or accessories that would be suitable and then just piece it all together.
Have fun exploring ideas and designing your outdoor living space. Let's get this party started!
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