Any plant suggestions will depend on where you are located.

tj

I enjoy watching this video of back yard makeover. You can get some ideas.

I'd try a variation on "pollinator meadow". Put in some durable easy flowering low shrubs (in my area that would be lavender and lantana), mixed seeds and bulbs...just random stuff. And let it go. I like watching bugs. :)

More fruit trees in the lawn if you can let them do their thing where you live?

Do you have any chill spots? As in hang out and chill and enjoy the view of your yard, reading, ect. If so, please take pics so we can tell what that is too. If not, you should have a couple. At least one in the shade. Small water features like birdbaths and small container fountains can be nice additions.

You need a hammock.

If you prefer being near the house, you could widen that area a bit, consider your needs (and an electric water feature would be a nice addition).

For more of a break/change of scenery head out to under the trees.

Muskoka chairs and a firepit is another idea, if that’s of interest. Nothing more soothing than watching a fire and it can extend your use of garden into the fall.

Do bits and pieces in the garden when you can, since you enjoy.

Backyard ideas here as well

Wow!  So many great ideas.  I focused on one spot 1st as suggested and used what I have already.  I moved some container plants out to the area along with some chairs that were stored away behind my garage.  When I get it together I will share some more pics.  Thanks for the all the ideas and any more suggestions would be greatly appreciated