When planning the outdoor spaces on your property, it's important to make sure you want to spend time in them, especially in Georgia, which enjoys pleasant autumns and mild winters. No backyard starts out perfect, but simply adding a few features can transform it into a relaxing oasis. Your family will love sunbathing, sharing meals, and reading outside once there's plenty of comfortable seating and some shade, and you'll be proud to entertain guests in your new outdoor living space. Here's how to approach the project to ensure a well-rounded backyard.

How to Plan a Backyard Retreat

1. Add an Outdoor Kitchen

If you love grilling outside, having an outdoor kitchen will transform your backyard. It doesn’t have to be huge, as a countertop, a mini fridge for food storage, a sink, and a separate side burner will make prepping food outside a breeze. Family and friends will enjoy spending time in the backyard while dinner is prepared. 

2. Include Spots for Lounging

Having comfortable places to lounge and spend time is crucial to making your backyard an enjoyable place to be. A patio is a perfect place to add some outdoor furniture, such as a couch and sunchair. Make sure to include plenty of pillows and cushions to make the area cozy. 

It's also smart to have one or two other lounging areas a little farther from the house, such as a hammock between two picturesque trees. You and your family will feel drawn to the comfortable spots outside. 

3. Provide Some Shade

Part of creating a comfortable outdoor space is providing ample amounts of shade. Even though many people enjoy being in the sun, too much of it will have you running indoors, especially during a humid Georgia summer. 

Shade can be created through a beautiful canopy covered in vines, a pergola, simple umbrellas, or overhangs that cover a large space. You can enjoy the backyard all summer long when there’s a bit of shade keeping you cool. 

If you're looking to transform your outdoor space, reach out to Elite Landscape Services in Woodstock, GA. This landscape design company is celebrating its 20th anniversary in the business. Whether you want to add hardscape design elements, an outdoor kitchen, a fire pit, or anything else to your backyard, their team will make your outdoor living dreams a reality. Call (770) 881-7750 to speak with a team member, or visit them online to learn more about their services.