If you would like to entertain outside more often, but your property’s current design isn’t suitable, a few simple upgrades may be enough to transform the yard at your Connecticut home. Here are some options to consider.
Clean up Your Yard and Spruce Up Your Garden
Start by removing any trash, clutter, and brush from your property. If you currently have a garden, pull any weeds. Consider adding more flowers or bushes, and perhaps a stone path, fountain, or another form of hardscaping to draw the attention of guests. You can also install one or two benches where family members and friends can sit and enjoy the beautiful landscape.
Create a Place for Guests to Gather
You can decide how to modify your yard based on the amount of space available, the layout of your property, and your budget. You may choose to install a table and chairs, along with some lighting and maybe a firepit.
If you have more space and a larger budget, you may want to create an outdoor kitchen where you can prepare meals for guests while you catch up. Another option is to create an outdoor living room where guests can sit on comfortable couches or chairs and relax in front of a firepit.
Cover Your Outdoor Entertainment Area
You don’t want to invest money and time to create an attractive area to entertain guests and only be able to use it in good weather. A patio cover or a retractable awning can shield you and your guests from direct sunlight and rain so you’ll be able to enjoy outdoor gatherings in a wide range of conditions.
A patio cover is a fixed structure. It can protect both people and outdoor furniture from harsh weather and keep the area at a comfortable temperature.
If you’d prefer to have more flexibility, a retractable awning may be a better choice. You’ll have the freedom to extend the awning when you want to cover your outdoor living space and retract it to enjoy the sunlight on a day with mild weather or to look up at the stars in the night sky.
Get an Estimate for Your Outdoor Entertainment Area
Aladdin has helped homeowners all over Connecticut make their properties more functional and attractive. Our team can install an aluminum patio cover or a retractable awning with weatherproof fabric.