6 Outdoor Design Elements You’ll Thank Yourself For This Winter
With COVID-19 pushing gatherings outdoors, the need for cozy outdoor spaces is more intense than ever.
Whether your climate serves up blizzards, rain storms, or just a few chilly evenings in wintertime, you can prep your outdoor spaces to stay warm and welcoming no matter how frightful the weather outside becomes! Try out these outdoor design ideas to fight off the winter blues.
Fire pit
Always among the most popular outdoor features, fire pits come in handy whether you need a quiet evening outside, a family s’mores night, or a cozy outdoor gathering with friends. Fire features range from professionally installed brick fireplaces to easily portable (and affordable) steel pits. Depending on the size of space you’re working with, you might couple the installation of a fire pit with some landscaping choices to allow for seating around the fire and barriers between the fire source and any shrubbery. Break out the marshmallows and hot dogs!
Covered patio
For anyone who loves hosting and dreams of a lovely backyard dinner party, but can’t depend on local weather, a covered patio is a must. Equip your patio with a sturdy set of chairs and a weatherproof table, and you’re all set!
If you’d prefer some outdoor couches and spaces for snuggling, a covered patio is still a great option. Watch the snow from a cozy vantage point, sheltered from the wind - hopefully with a blanket and a warm drink!
Landscape lighting
Even in areas where the weather stays bearable throughout winter, the changing seasons do still pose the challenge of having much fewer daylight hours. You can’t rely on sunshine anytime after normal work hours, so it’s best to plan ahead and install lighting features to extend the usable hours of your outdoor space.
Keep your yard ready for hosting and relaxing by installing lighting all throughout it. Keep it simple and classy with string lights, and accentuate your favorite landscape features with solar powered LEDs. Be sure to keep pathways and any tripping hazards well-lit to ensure that it’s easy to navigate your yard!
Hot tub
Ever the desirable amenity, a hot tub is sure to help you defrost after a long winter day. This feature is a bit higher maintenance, since you’ll have to think about keeping chemicals balanced and managing the water, but the payoff is worth it. Choose a tub that matches the aesthetic of your home’s exterior and make a plan for how you’ll keep it up and running
Tents & Drapes
If wind in your area keeps you indoors, a sturdy event tent or some drapes to hang over the patio can both elevate your space and keep you comfortable. Beyond their functional purpose of wind breaking, drapes can make a visual statement and provide an opportunity to improve the look and feel of your outdoor space.
Choose heavy, durable materials in rich colors to instantly transform a patio or covered area. Accentuate with furniture, pillows and blankets for the comfort of the indoors, mixed with the freshness of being outside.
Whatever your outdoor design dreams look like, Atmos is here to help. Get in touch with Atmos Concierge to connect with partners in building, design and more.
