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Practical Outdoor Living<br />
Whether you are starting with a blank slate or<br />
upgrading an existing area, with a little bit of planning<br />
you can have an outdoor living area that is fun<br />
yet functional. There are many things to consider<br />
when creating or rejuvenating outdoor spaces for<br />
entertaining and it’s important to create a space that<br />
reflects your lifestyle.<br />
Considerations<br />
Indoor/Outdoor flow - Where possible, connect your<br />
indoor/outdoor areas to create a seamless extension<br />
between zones. This could be a small deck, a paved area,<br />
or a path with lighting, to connect the yard to the home.<br />
Heating - Extend the time you can be outside all-yearround<br />
with outdoor heating. There are many options<br />
available on the market, making it possible to find an option<br />
to fit your budget and space. Gas outdoor heaters will<br />
provide warmth, whereas braziers and outdoor fireplaces<br />
will provide ambience.<br />
Shelter and shade - If privacy from neighbours or<br />
protection from prevailing winds is required, use materials<br />
that will enhance and become a part of your design.<br />
Trellis panels and strategically placed plant combinations<br />
can create a more intimate area for socialising, while<br />
incorporating pots and planters can add texture and colour.<br />
If you don’t have any natural shade from trees, consider<br />
how you will protect the area from the summer sun.<br />
Options can include shade sails, pergolas or a cantilevered<br />
umbrella.<br />
Cooking - Often entertaining equals food. With the<br />
BBQ being a staple of many Kiwi summer evenings it’s<br />
important you consider this space. Do you prefer a freestanding<br />
BBQ, or do you have room for an inbuilt unit?<br />
Pizza ovens are also becoming more popular, creating not<br />
only yummy food but ambience and warmth on cooler<br />
evenings.<br />
Seating and furniture - With so many options on the<br />
market it can be hard to choose the right furniture. Think<br />
about how the area will be used. Perhaps you dream of a<br />
relaxing drink, curled up with a book; if so, loungers may be<br />
a good fit. If you intend to dine outdoors, why not consider<br />
an outdoor dining set? If are you looking for practical Kwila<br />
timber box seating, built-in seating can provide structure,<br />
define areas, and provide storage for cushions.<br />
Lighting - Choosing the right lighting can set the mood<br />
for entertaining. Options can include coloured LEDs for<br />
that party feel, or softer up-lighting and fairy lights for a<br />
romantic or bohemian style. The use of citronella candles<br />
is an affordable way to both add ambience and keep the<br />
bugs away!<br />
Whatever your requirements, Oderings Landscaping is<br />
only a call away. From design through to creation, Oderings<br />
can help you build the outdoor entertaining area of your<br />
dreams.
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