Where Home Meets Holiday
With Summer just around the corner, and the days becoming lighter, brighter and longer, the outdoors are beckoning. But for most of us, our outdoor areas after the Winter (and Spring) we have just endured, are looking more rustic than resort.
So, what are the simplest ways to bring resort style living to your back yard?
Shade…
What do you need most of all when the Sun is in full swing? Shade. If you cant retreat to the shade of a tree at your place, then a groovy umbrella will do an equally efficient and aesthetic job. Like most items, the range of garden umbrellas is broad and varied as are the prices, so there really is something for every space and every budget.
Here are a couple of locally sourced options to get you inspired…
Seating…
You don’t need to have a pool to enjoy a pool lounger, but if you don’t have the space for several people to lie around relaxing in the sun, then there are plenty of resort style chairs to lift your outdoor space up a few gears. From colourful and cheerful to simple and mono tone, there is something for every space and many options don’t need to break the bank.
Here are a few locally sourced options to get you inspired…
Lighting…
Getting a professionally lit outdoor space can get pricey as soon as you engage an electrician, but there are plenty of outdoor lighting solutions that you can DIY and can be very cost effective. Using the power of the sun for solar powered lighting is a clever option and one you can pull together yourself in a short period of time. My other go to for resort style lighting is portable lights that can be charged inside and then used anywhere you want. Fun and flexible outdoor lighting can bring the holiday experience to any outdoor space.
Here are a couple of locally sourced options to get you inspired…
Bean Bags…
Not only are bean bags reminiscent of taking it easy, but they are also super relaxing to sit in. Being fully portable you can chase the sun around your outdoor space and set yourself up in the best possie depending on the time of day. This is another cost effective way to bring the holiday feeling home. If you search online you will find a beanbag design for every colour palette, theme or style. Another bonus is you can drag them inside if additional comfy seating is needed indoors as well.
Here are a few locally sourced options to get you inspired…
Outdoor Rugs…
To really set the outdoor resort tone, an outdoor rug is the cherry on top. This inviting way to create an outdoor living zone is very resort style and helps take a space from mediocre to magic. Tying the design of your rug into your other outdoor elements will provide a cohesive and compelling area to embrace the vitamin D and take some deep breaths. Bring on Summer!
Here are a couple of locally sourced options to get you inspired…