Six Ways to Make A Patio Stand Out
Having places to sit alone or with others is essential to enjoying a patio as a new living space.
Nearly every homeowner has a patio attached to the back or side of their home. Most are very simple or standard but still serve their purpose of offering an outdoor space to dine in or partake in other outdoor activities. Homeowners wanting to bring a patio to life and give it a new purpose should read on to see ways to alter it to make it stand out.
Install a fireplace or fire pit
Installing a fireplace or fire pit i a patio area is a quick and easy way to help a patio stand out while making it more functional during different parts of the day and year. For those who like to be outside in the morning or evening but find it a little chilly, having a new heat source while outside can remedy the situation. Fireplaces and fire pits also provide a central area to gather with family and friends.
Add furniture
Having places to sit alone or with others is essential to enjoying a patio as a new living space. Families may not need a lot of furniture to sit or recline in, but a few seating areas can be the most significant difference in making an enjoyable space. Add dining tables or coffee tables to accompany seating arrangements for outside dining, table-top activities, and more.
Build a pathway
Building a pathway through a patio can help segregate different areas of the space. A pathway can enhance visual beauty while giving purpose to different patio areas.
Include carpets or rugs
Adding carpeting or rugs to a patio can make the outdoor space feel extra homey for family members and guests. Having a soft floor to walk around on can help people feel at ease, and they won’t need to worry about being barefoot and stepping on sharp or jagged rocks that may be present on the patio.
Cover a patio with a roof or natural shade
If the area is prone to heavy rainfall or a homeowner wants a place to get out of the hot sun, then covering the patio can be an excellent way to make it stand out. The best ways to do this are to construct a roof or utilize preexisting trees and plants to add natural shade to your environment.
Add lighting
Adding light sources to a patio area will increase visibility during the darker times of the day, either in the morning or at night, and it will also add a unique ambiance that one can’t get inside. Using electrical or natural light sources, such as solar lights or flame torches, will help the patio area stand out. Light on the patio will also allow people to stay there later at night alone or with friends and family.
There are many ways to make a patio stand out to friends, neighbors, and visitors, and we hope that these ideas help spur ideas to make the patio unique. We encourage homeowners to reach out to us for landscaping needs.
Epic Lawns LLC provides top-quality lawn care and landscaping installation and maintenance to property owners in St. Charles, St. Louis, and Lincoln Counties. Call Epic Lawns at (636) 445-0824.
