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Escaping to your backyard to soak up nature can be an excellent way to relax during the summer months. However, if your outdoor living space feels a bit lackluster, it might not provide that oasis-like feeling you were hoping for. Here are a few ways you can spruce it up and make this area a place you can’t wait to get back to.

How to Make the Most of Your Backyard

1. Install Lighting

The right mix of lighting will create a comfortable ambiance and help to avoid any accidents once the sun sets.  Low voltage LED lights are energy efficient and environmentally friendly.  They have a longer life span and are easy to incorporate into your outdoor space.   Start by adding some string lights over the areas where you tend to lounge. If you have an outdoor dining table, hang some sconces and incorporate lanterns to create a warm glow.  

 

 

 

2.  Add a Pergola

A pergola is a freestanding structure made of columns that support a grid of beams and rafters. Many times, the grid is left open to allow some sunshine to flow through, but it can also be closed if you prefer the covered area to have more shelter from the elements. Adding one to your dining or lounge area can make the spot cozier. They are also wonderful architectural devices for growing plants or housing lighting.  

 

3. Incorporate Seating

Seating walls allow for instant seating for gathering.  No hassle and no stress of getting chairs out and putting them away.   Seating walls are functional, beautiful, can be built with many types of materials.   Low voltage LED lights can be installed under the cap unit of the seating wall, adding more ambiance to your area.   

 

 

For help making the most of your outdoor living space, turn to the professionals at Dreamscapes, Inc. Since 1989, these landscape contractors have provided quality residential and commercial hardscaping services to Lincoln, NE. They can help with anything from installing a fire pit to a custom designing and building a full outdoor kitchen. Call them today at (402) 421-7496 to discuss your project, and visit their website to learn more about their services.

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