The latest trend in home comfort and style has got to be the outdoor living trend. As home builders in Omaha, we see more and more homes with fantastic outdoor living spaces. Homeowners want to bring the indoors outside so they can entertain guests, relax and make use of the natural spaces under the stars. Outdoor living room areas provide a nice ROI on your home too. Many people looking to buy a used home or new home, are looking for more than just a backyard. They want a place they can relax with family and friends, prepare a meal without having to go in and out of the house 20 times and enjoy all of this in a bug free environment if they choose.
Here are just some of the trends we’ve seen in outdoor living spaces:
Affordable and Sustainable – Today’s outdoor living spaces are both affordable and sustainable. Natural materials and reclaimed materials make the bulk of the furniture you’ll find in modern day outdoor living spaces. Wood, stone, even recycled milk cartons can make beautiful and durable pieces. Cedar is a great choice in furnishings if you’re looking to repel pests.
Outdoor Kitchens – More and more people are creating outdoor kitchens complete with fridge, stovetop and even oven in addition to the standard grill. All you need is at your fingertips, so there will be no slamming the door 20 times while your try to bring the meal outdoors.
Indoor Quality, Outside – Speaking of furniture… the backyard furniture has come a long way since the days of folding aluminum chairs and even camping chairs. Today’s outdoor furniture looks a lot like indoor furniture. It’s also just as comfortable. Rattan, reclaimed wood, and recycled plastic make excellent materials for furniture. It withstands wind, rain, snow and especially hail. It’s also beautiful.
Natural Habitats – In addition to a more sustainable living area, many homeowners are opting for native gardens and natural habitats. The native plants encourage wildlife such as butterflies, bees, and other creatures.
Water – Fountains are huge this year. Nothing is quiet as relaxing as the sound of a babbling brook or a gentle waterfall. You’ll find koi ponds, rain gardens and other water features in many outdoor living environments.
Tech – While many homeowners prefer to unplug while outdoors, there are those who take full advantage of tech. From movie projectors to watch summer hits on the side of the house to wifi hifi, tech can be utilized easier now that wifi boosters have come down in price and need nothing more than an outlet to increase your wifi outside.
If you’d like to learn more about creating a stunning outdoor living area, please call us at 402-827-3000.
