Are you dreaming of a bigger home? Perhaps you don’t have the budget to upgrade right now? The good news is, updating your garden is a great way to expand your living space. For a few key ideas to get started, check out these five.

An outdoor lounge

Designing an outdoor lounge is a fantastic way to extend your living space. To make more of an outdoor living room you’ll need to create a sheltered space. So long as you have a sheltered space, you can still sit outside if there’s a spot of rain. To build a shelter, check out oak pergola kits. For further tips to design your outdoor lounge, consider the following:

• Purchase large corner sofas to create a comfy and inviting space.
• Choose colourful accessories, (including ornaments, rugs, and cushions)
• Mirrors on the wall can maximise space and create an elegant look

An outdoor dining space

Do you like the idea of dining alfresco? Then why not consider designing an outdoor dining space? An outdoor dining space is a perfect place for relaxing with your family or entertaining friends. You’ll need to choose the perfect outdoor table, that’s both stylish and weatherproof. For an extra special touch, you might consider investing in an outdoor pizza oven. There are so many creative ways to renovate your garden.

A garden room

Garden rooms have become incredibly popular over the last few years. These are living structures that are built in your garden, and separate from your property. Many people have found themselves needing home office spaces, which is why garden rooms have become so popular. With a garden room, you’ve got yourself a purpose-built office space, helping you to separate your work life and your home life.

Most garden rooms do not require planning permission, however, you may need to check this first, (depending on the size of your proposed garden room). Adding a garden room to your property can even help to increase the value of your home.

Grow foods

Want to get a little more out of your garden space? Why not consider growing your own foods? Growing fruits and vegetables is a great way to improve your garden, save money and live sustainably. When you’re growing your own veggies, these pointers may come in handy:

• Start off with veggies that aren’t too difficult to grow (a few examples include garlic and onions, potatoes, and runner beans)
• Make your own compost using food and garden waste
• Check out gardening apps to help you get plenty of tips

Weatherproofing

Once you’ve designed an outdoor living room, you’ll want to get the most out of the space. The problem is, if it’s cold outside this might be rather difficult! To weatherproof your space, consider using outdoor heaters. With the help of heaters, you can enjoy your alfresco evenings without getting too cold.

Focus on these five ideas to help you extend your living space and make the most of your garden. Remember, when you’re approaching any home improvement project it’s best to create a plan first. Write down your budget, the items you plan to buy, and your colour schemes. Planning out your design work first will help you to stay nice and organised.

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