Spring is coming. If you live in Michigan, or any other state with four definitive seasons, you know what spring means. And – in case your thoughts are drifting elsewhere – we’re not talking about gardening, landscaping and mowing your lawn.
We’re talking about spring evolving into summer and all the outdoor fun it brings to you, your family, your neighbors, and your friends.
If you value your outdoor living space, you know how important it can be to the overall quality of your daily life as spring flows into summer and fall, and yes even winter. Imagine experiencing every morning, afternoon, and evening as a palette of fun and entertainment – all year round. This is possible when your outdoor living space accommodates it.
Before you disregard the notion, take a look at four of the various ways you can actually expand and elevate your yard, property, and outdoor living spaces so they become extensions of your indoor family room – or an outdoor family room.
Take a look at these ideas for how you can expand and elevate your outdoor living space into a new kind of “family room” to enjoy all year round.
An Outdoor Kitchen Is it really necessary to prepare and serve meals from your indoor kitchen all year round? No, it isn’t – not if you have an outdoor kitchen. You’d be amazed at how functional a practical and extravagant outdoor kitchen can be. Today, outdoor kitchens include countertops, a sink, useful storage and in addition to a grill, you can have a pizza oven and a BBQ. Every type of meal for every size of the guest list is available to you in your outdoor kitchen options.
A patio Your patio doesn’t have to be a dreary, gray slab. On the contrary with the range of materials available – like clay pavers or natural stone – you can design and build an elegant patio that accommodates an eating area, a sitting area, and even a gaming area. Now those are the elements of a fun family room.
An outdoor fireplace or fire pit Earlier, it was suggested that your outdoor family room can be enjoyed year-round? Well, this is certainly true if you install an outdoor fire pit or fireplace. Once installed, you’ve not only provided a warm cozy soothing fire for all to enjoy, you’ve naturally created a seating and gathering area for your guests as well as yourself during those times when you want to relax alone.
A retaining wall Yes, it’s true. Retaining walls serve a vital function in those yards with sloping areas. They reduce erosion and runoff water. But, they add depth and dimension, too. And, with a bit of creative design, the retaining wall – that your property may very well need – can also be created as a seating wall. Once again, this an outdoor gathering spot that otherwise wouldn’t have been available to you, your family, and your guests.
For More Information on Creating an Outdoor Family Room
Give JJW Brick a call today. We can be reached at 1-800-BRICK-PAVERS and would love to be apart of creating an outdoor living space for you and your family to enjoy. We look forward to hearing from you!
