If you are lucky enough to have a property that comes with a backyard, you should not let it go to waste. Your backyard can be an extension of your personal sanctuary when you set it up in such a way that it can be fully enjoyed.
Whether you have a massive backyard or a much smaller one, there is certainly lots that can be done with it. In fact, with a little creativity and planning, you can begin transforming it into the kind of place where you will want to spend more of your time.
If you want to feel like you are taking a mini-vacation every time you step outside of your house, then you cannot settle for anything less than incredible when it comes to your backyard.
Ways to Turn Your Backyard Into an Oasis
Of course, you will want your backyard to fit your own personal style and match the rest of your property well. Fortunately, there are many opportunities to add personal touches while designing a backyard.
However, there are also a few must-have features that you will likely want to include if you truly desire a backyard oasis that will allow for luxury outdoor living:
1. Create lounge areas
No backyard oasis can be complete without having at least one lounge area where you can spend some time relaxing and unwinding at the end of a long day. You may want to include a few chaise lounges or other outdoor furniture along with some outdoor pillows and cushions so that you can comfortably sunbathe, nap, or read a book.
Also, to spruce up and beautify this area with some colour, you can add some flowers or stylish décor.
2. Build outdoor structures
Your backyard oasis will appear even more luxurious if you add an eye-catching structure, like a gazebo, to the mix. Whether it is attached to your deck, placed centrally, or located somewhere else in your backyard, a gazebo can offer a protected spot for dining, cooking, or relaxing. This may even be where you decide to set up the aforementioned lounge area.
Other backyard structures, such as pergolas, cabanas, trellises, and arbours, can also be used to accentuate the activity zones within your oasis. You can use them to draw attention to certain parts of the yard, or separate areas based on the function of each part of your yard.
3. Install a custom pool
Another essential element of any proper backyard oasis is a custom pool. A pool offers the perfect place to relax, entertain guests, or even get some daily exercise. It will definitely become the most significant focal point of your backyard oasis, so you will want to ensure that it is incorporated into the overall design and layout well.
When it comes to customizing your pool, there is much to consider with regard to features, design styles, lighting, and more. Of course, there is also a lot of room for variation regarding the size and shape of your pool.
It is possible to install a pool that takes up most of your backyard space or one with a more modest size that leaves room for other features.
4. Add a hot tub or spa
Adding a hot tub or spa will also help bring your backyard to the next level. When you have access to your own personal spa, you are free to use it whenever you please. This way, you will never have to worry about finding somewhere else to go for a much-needed spa experience ever again.
As you fit your hot tub or spa into the layout of your oasis, you may want to consider placing it in an area with more privacy or a spot that has just the right amount of shade or sunlight.
5. Install an outdoor kitchen
Have you ever heard the expression, “Everything tastes better outdoors”? It is absolutely true! Who does not love grilling and eating outside? If that is a part of your fantasy when you imagine your perfect backyard oasis, then you may want to consider setting up an outdoor kitchen area in your backyard.
Of course, your backyard kitchen does not have to be complete with all the same features as the one in your house. Still, you may want to include a countertop for preparing food, a refrigerator to keep everything fresh, and a barbecue to grill some family favourites.
It might even be nice to add a little dining area next to the kitchen with a table and some chairs, so you can sit down and enjoy some meals amongst the beauty of your backyard paradise.
How Solda Pools Can Help You Create Your Dream Backyard
Do you want to start building the backyard oasis you have always dreamed of, but you are unsure of how to get started? For over 35 years, Solda Pools has been helping clients to go above and beyond the potential that they imagined for their backyard paradises.
So, allow our award-winning design team to help you make that vision a reality. We can provide a wide range of custom pool design options, as well as the perfect custom-built spa and custom-designed backyard landscaping to match all your needs and desires.
Our dedicated team will work closely with you during the planning process to ensure your personal aesthetic preferences and specifications are incorporated into the design of your backyard oasis.
We will also provide you with several luxury options to choose from so you can transform your backyard into a beautiful escape, including stylish cabanas, shade structures, water features, and even poolside bars. Then, our talented and experienced team of in-house designers will bring your vision to life while ensuring all of your practical needs are met as well.
We understand how important it is to be on the same page during such a transformational process, which is why we will keep you updated and informed all throughout the design process. We will gladly provide you with a two-dimensional design mock-up of what your backyard will look like after the transformation is complete.
Three-dimensional mock-ups are also possible for more complex pool or patio designs. During this stage, as well as many others along the way, you will be given ample opportunities to communicate with our team to ensure your complete satisfaction.
For more information about the variety of options you have to choose from while putting together your backyard oasis, or to request a free estimate, call Solda Pools at 905-796-6500 or contact us here.
