Creating a Fall-ready Outdoor Living Space
Breathe the fresh air all autumn long with these design tips.
Whether you’re designing a brand new custom home or you’re working to make your existing outdoor space more fall-friendly, these tips and considerations will help keep your exterior living space useful through the autumn season.
Finding Your Style
Especially when it comes to outdoor decor, it’s all too easy to fill your cart with the standout items from the display at your nearest home improvement store. Unfortunately, once you’re out of the bright lights and complementary colors, not all pieces of decor or furniture actually fit in your vision and style. Before you make any purchases or pinpoint specific amenities for your custom homebuilding team, get clear about your style.
Identify design inspiration for your autumn outdoor oasis. This inspiration might steer you toward a particular color scheme, seating arrangement, or overall purpose. How do you envision using your outdoor space? Hosting friends for outdoor dinners? Enjoying a coffee in the crisp quiet of a chilly morning? Cooking and grilling? Fall gardening for flowers and hardy veggies? Your core goals will help dictate which add-ons, design decisions and amenities you might consider prioritizing.
Fall Essentials
In order to get any use out of your outdoor living space in the fall months, there are a few must-haves. First, ensure you have comfortable seating. The amount of seating you’ll need will depend on your intended use, but having at least a few chairs that feel inviting and comfortable will go a long way in getting use out of your outdoor space.
You’ll also be much more likely to spend time outside during the fall if you incorporate a way to heat your living space. Whether you opt for a large propane heater, a small fire pit, or a beautifully-constructed brick heating unit, having a way to warm a sitting area will allow you to sit outside even when sunlight dwindles and temperatures drop.
Since the sun sets much earlier as fall goes on, installing lighting that matches your overall style is essential. From cozy or spooky to classic or luxurious, the lighting solutions you choose will go a long way in setting the tone for your outdoor space. This is one area to get creative with if you’re building a custom home — what do you want your outdoor light fixtures to look like? If you’re adding to an existing home, remember that string lights and solar bulbs can lend a peaceful and beautiful look to any patio.
Cozy Add-Ons
If you’ve got seating, heating and lighting covered and you’re ready to take it to the next level, consider how you might block a chilly breeze. Installing curtains can go a long way in conserving warmth. Rugs can also instantly warm concrete flooring and lend a cozy atmosphere to your space.
For added ambiance, upgrade to a large or gas-powered fire pit and table combination. Look into water features and fall-hardy hanging plants that can add layers of sounds, scents and visual interest to your outdoor living space.
Top-tier Amenities
If you’re considering autumn use of your outdoor space as you create your future custom home, why not craft an oasis you can enjoy all year? Incorporate sliding doors or other mechanisms for closing off your patio from the elements. Add climate control so that you can admire the outdoors regardless of the weather while still staying comfortable.
Can’t get enough of hosting? Build a fully-equipped outdoor kitchen. You’re sure to stay warm as you work over the stove, and a few heaters will go a long way in your personal outdoor restaurant. If the idea of relaxing is more enticing than the possibility of entertaining, add a hot tub to your to-build list. There’s nothing quite like soaking in the hot spa on a chilly day!
Regardless of your personal style and home goals, there are countless ways to create the perfect fall outdoor space for your home. Create the custom home you’ve always dreamed about, from the interior to the outdoor living area, when you work with the homebuilding professionals at Atmos. Your ideal home is just a few steps away! Get started with Atmos today.
