No matter how big or small your garden may be, there are many ways to create an outdoor living space that’s perfect for entertaining and relaxing.
All it takes is a little planning. If you’re short on inspiration, this guide is full of great outside living space ideas to help you transform your outdoor area.
Before you start
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Purpose
First, you need to think about how your outdoor living area will be used. Will it require a kids play area, or is it an adults-only spot? Will it be used for entertaining friends and family, or as a space to relax in with a peaceful morning coffee? Think about how you want your outside living space to come together, so you can plan and design accordingly.
Top tip: Consider which way the sun travels around your garden – this will help you decide where’s best to place your furniture for those magical sunsets.
Theme
To create an outdoor living space that feels cohesive and well-planned, choose your colour palette. Keep things simple and visually extend your indoor space by building an outdoor living area with similar furniture and accessories such as garden sofas, rugs and cushions.
The colour palette should reflect the setting you want to create – soft, muted colours will create a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, while bold pops of colour will get your space feeling party-ready.
To carry your theme through the rest of the garden, why not give your fencing a new lease of life? Explore our wide range of exterior paint to find the perfect shade or see our simple how-to guide for some inspiration. You could even paint a feature fence using some masking tape or stencils to create fun patterns.
Top tip: Changing out your patio doors for a folding set is a great way to create a natural flow from the inside of your house into the garden.
