Fall doesn’t have to be an indoors season. Even though temperatures begin dropping rather early these days, with the right home improvements and cold-season tips, you can still enjoy your fall outdoors.
Below, we look at several home renovation ideas that can help turn fall into one of your favorite outdoor seasons.
Improve Exterior Lighting
Fall/winter months see less daylight compared to spring/summer seasons. This can inhibit outdoor living as it creates safety concerns for family and guests. Also, poorly lit areas tend to feel colder.
So, kick off your home renovation campaign by adding lighting to the outdoors. Scones, over the door lights, and accent lights are all great options. In homes with large overhangs beneath the roof, you can also install a few lights to help define your roofline after dark. Under seat lights for subtle illumination, hanging lights to add a festive element, and landscape lights placed away in the garden are other worthwhile options.
Install an Outdoor Kitchen
Many people spend the cold season BBQing and sitting around fires as they share stories with families and guests. Why not take your sessions a level up by investing in an outdoor kitchen? It doesn’t have to be an expensive one; just a place with a roof where you can do a lot more than the BBQ.
Add a grill, prep area and sink plus a small refrigerator to create a kitchen that your family can enjoy all year long. For extra entertaining value, perhaps include a wine storage area or a beer cooler or even a stone pizza oven to bake your favorite Italian delicacies in.
Add Warmth
There are several ways to add warmth outdoors. One option is to invest in a new fire feature such as a fireplace, fire bowl, fire cauldron, or fire lantern. All of these add a great deal of warmth while boosting exterior appeal. A fireplace, in particular, is an excellent way to turn a boring porch into a cozy place to curl up with a good book and a cup of tea. Outdoor fires can also serve as gathering spots, allowing family and guests to stay outside longer as you take advantage of crisp fall evenings.
Another way to add warmth to your outdoors is installing a fire pit. This, however, requires the experience of a home renovation expert. Don’t attempt a DIY. The pits come in all shapes and sizes and include ones that sit on the patio, in the glass, or on a bowl in the center of a table. Electric patio heaters and LP radiant heaters are other patio heating options to consider.
Now, You’re Ready for Fall
With the above activities covered, the only other thing you need to do is bring in the right fall furniture and clothing. You’ll be surprised how enjoyable the season can get. Alair Homes is here to help you with more great ideas that can help you transform your outdoor living space into one that provides year round enjoyment. Contact us to learn more.