Having a yard is a great addition to any property, but creating an oasis is the next step to really utilizing that space, especially in the sunshine state. This welcoming extension to your home can be transformed into a place for entertainment as well as a peaceful resting place. Here are a few tips on how you can create your very own outdoor oasis where you can enjoy the fresh air and weather all year long!

Spice Up Your Space

Spice up your outdoor oasis by adding simple additions like colored pillows, fun outdoor rugs and even a firepit. There are many accent décor pieces that are made specifically for outdoor use and they can add a cozy and inviting feel to your space. The addition of a fire pit is a great idea for your outdoor oasis. This piece will be enjoyed by all, whether you are roasting marshmallows on a cooler evening or gathering around a bonfire on a summer night.

Outdoor Dining Space

If you grill often and like to entertain outside, then you need an outdoor dining area. Having room for food preparation adds convenience for all your outdoor meals. You can go as big as adding a sink and refrigerator or just add a grill and smaller table making preparation and cleaning that much easier. This central hub, the outdoor kitchen area, in your outdoor oasis can be a great landing spot for guests as they enjoy your homecooked meals and everyone’s company. Add a few chairs and a nice table and you’re all set. Bon appetit!

Shady Spots

An outdoor oasis should be able to be used at all hours of the day. Adding a specific spot where the sun is not beating down on you or your guests is a great touch. Creating a shady spot where you and your guests can escape the heat is simple. You can go as big as building an awning or gazebo or you could go the simpler route and just add a few umbrellas throughout the space.

Privacy

Your outdoor oasis should be a place where you feel at peace and relaxed. Fence in your outdoor oasis for the perfect secluded touch. Your outdoor living area will feel more like your own private oasis if it has a sense of privacy. Adding a fence will ensure privacy and separate your property from neighboring houses, giving them their own space too. Don’t like the look of a fence? Plant large bushes and plants like Pittosporum Tenuifolims, Viburnums or Callistemon for a natural enclosure.