Update Your Patio for the Ultimate Outdoor Oasis

As the summer months quickly approach, it is easy to start dreaming of a vacation getaway.  And, what makes the ideal vacation getaway?  Fun in the sun, relaxation, swimming, great food and more.

As the summer months quickly approach, it is easy to start dreaming of a vacation getaway.  And, what makes the ideal vacation getaway?  Fun in the sun, relaxation, swimming, great food and more.  Fortunately, you do not have to escape on vacation to experience those things.  In fact, by hiring a contractor or handyman to remodel your patio and backyard space, you can create the outdoor oasis of which you have always dreamt.  By getting inspiration from these simple tips, you can update your patio and turn your outdoor space into a resort-like retreat, right in your own backyard.

1. Add A Patio or Deck

• The best way to give your landscape a resort-like feel is to add a deck or patio.  A deck or patio can be made of a variety of materials including concrete, pavers, wood, flagstone, or pool deck materials.  Once installed, you have the ideal place to add outdoor furniture such as sofas, loungers, chairs, tables and more where you can relax, entertain or watch your kids play.

2. Escape the Sun

• When you install a patio or deck, do not forget about shade.  The sun is harsh and without coverage the amount of time you can spend outside will be diminished.  Install an arbor, pergola, or other shading device that creates the ideal place to escape the sun but still spend quality time outside enjoying the fresh air.

3. Outdoor Kitchen

• Why constantly run inside to cook meals while you are having fun outside?  Or, if entertaining, why miss all the fun slaving over a stove inside while you could be out with your guests enjoying the beautiful weather?  There is no reason to!  Install an outdoor kitchen so that you can cook and entertain in style.  Not only will it add tremendous value to your home but you will enjoy many wonderful days outside cooking.  An outdoor grill can be customized to suit your particular cooking style or entertaining needs.  Add a grill, sink, stove, dishwasher, oven, refrigerator, wine refrigerator, pizza oven or anything else you can think of because there are outdoor products for every kitchen appliance and luxury you can think of so the possibilities are limitless.

4. Install a Fire Pit or Outdoor Fireplace

• What is better than roasting marshmallows over the open fire or sipping a glass of wine by the crackling flames?  No matter what the architectural style of your home is, you can design and install a fire pit or outdoor fireplace that perfectly complements your architecture and home style and also enhances your outdoor retreat.  You will be able to many days and nights by the fire making memories and having fun.