In the Summertime, the Patio Is the Place to Be

Summer is creeping up on us. Far be it from Fair to wish away that lovely moment behind Owassa's cold Winter and hot Summer that is the pleasant Spring, but it's better to be prepared than get caught flat-footed! And if you want to be a little more comfortable in the Summer, there's no better way to do it than by setting up your backyard for maximum comfort with a beautiful patio! With the proper setup, your backyard can be the perfect place to relax outside peacefully, entertain company, or practice your favorite hobby. So how do you set up your outdoor living space? Let's discuss it! What's a Patio Anyway? With all the possibilities available today for your backyard and landscaping, your outdoor space can be nearly anything you want, so asking for a definition is a slippery slope that can tumble you into outdoor living spaces and kitchens! But, at the bare minimum, a patio is a space attached to the home, typically with a flat concrete surface just outside the backdoor. That's your floor, but the ceiling keeps going up! Success Begins with Understanding As with all our landscaping projects, every hardscaping job begins with an in-depth conversation with you, the customer. We'll want to understand your goals for your patio both in form and function. That starts with getting to know you a little and asking essential questions. Aesthetic We'll begin by taking a look at your property. The questions we'll ask here involve whether you want your new addition to blend into your current look or begin the change toward a unique style. Between pavers and stone masonry, it's easy to fit into your current aesthetic or create the new one you desire. With stone, you can harken back to a classic or rustic look. Unfortunately, finding a material that beats the elegance of stone masonry takes a lot of work! On the other hand, you can use patio pavers to create any look you'd like. They come in multiple shapes and colors and can mimic nearly every other building material to create a custom area that seamlessly blends with your home. Function At least as essential to your new outdoor living space will look is how you will use it. For example, do you love having friends over for a cookout or dinner party and need a lot of space? On the other hand, do you primarily want to create a more intimate outdoor room where you can have morning coffee or evening cocktails with your significant other? These size questions matter, but so do your hobbies! Do you want to create a new way of cooking and expand your culinary adventurousness? If so, we'll want to consider a grill or other kitchen items. We'll explore more ways you can use your space in the next section. What Features Will You Include In Your New Patio? Patios are flexible, so we want to create the one you want by adding the features you love. Here are some other hardscaping features that can make your living space yours. Water Features The element that makes up three-quarters of the world's surface is powerful enough to move mountains. But it also has the power to impact your mental health positively! The sound and view of running water from a fountain or small pond create a calming, serene space where you can forget where you are and drown out the neighbors and traffic. Fire Pits Fire pits are a great way to extend your entertaining season and evenings! The natural light and warmth they create also make a lovely focal point for your next barbeque or dinner party. Some can even be cooked on. Outdoor Living Space or Kitchens If you want to go beyond roasting marshmallows, you can add some additional cooking features to your hardscaping. Grills are always fun, but when you build them into your hardscaping, it elevates both! You can also add other cooking methods and create an outdoor kitchen. That can mean an oven, stovetop, and more. Your outdoor kitchen can be as well-equipped as your indoor one! Let Fair Design the Outdoor Living Space of Your Dreams! We hope you're enjoying Spring, but remember that Summer will be here before quicker than you think. So let's get you ready for it by designing your backyard now before the weather gets hot. Call Fair Outdoor Design for all of your landscaping and hardscaping needs!