Backyard decor

10 years ago

My husband and I are finally almost done with all of the hardscape in our backyard. Now I need help finishing all the details. My husband is making a table to fit over our fire pit when not in use, either coffee or dining size as we are not decided yet. I am considering adding something next to the bbq but not sure what. Maybe some type of prep area. I like the idea of hanging a couple lanterns from the pergola centered over the seating. I also am considering getting a wicker coffee table to go with our deck seating. I think the material will look good with the wood. Maybe metal as an option too? What are your thoughts on putting a ledge under the window above the deck? For a bar/food area. I also need ideas for what to put on the walls for decorations. I feel it is all so bare right now.
My style is mostly transitional with some coastal, farmhouse, and rustic mixed in there as well.
Help! TIA!
Excuse the mess and toys, it's been super windy and toddler. Lol

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auntthelma
10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago
Around the window might be a good spot for a passthrough. Is that the kitchen?

We added a bar to our grill area and love it. You have lots of room to do something like that.
Nancy Ingram
10 years ago
Here are some thoughts. I'm showing Palm trees everywhere but use whatever works. Would suggest going with a rectangular dining table so it fills that whole area. In the seating area instead of palms you could do large bamboo vases.
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Mandy Horine
Original Author
10 years ago
The kitchen is through the single door and the two windows above the deck are for the kitchen. The french doors are never opened. They go into my sunroom which I turned into my sons playroom.

I like the idea of the shutters as well as the tall plants and curtains. My husband doesn't want curtains but I may convince him otherwise.
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Coates Design Architects
10 years ago
I would suggest treating this space like an outdoor room. Feel free to add some outdoor curtains to make the space feel more intimate. Loosen your patio string lights a bit... they are too tight right now. Add some hanging plants.

Since you have kiddos make it fun for adults and kids alike. Use swings as seating for both age groups.

Have some versatile storage for kid stuff too. Use wire baskets under benches to keep toys at bay and make it feel welcoming and intimate.

Give some vertical height and greenery to the space too with some taller planters

Have fun and enjoy your patio this summer!
er612
10 years ago
I would add matching window boxes to both windows. Use the deck one for flowers and the other for serving (the deck one seems too low).