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Backyard Ideas: Creative Outdoor Space Designs Note: Designs in Backyard Ideas: Creative Outdoor Space Designs can be combined or used exclusively to turn your existing backyard into your private paradise! Small Yard or Large, Great Ideas Backyard Ideas are Welcome! Think welcoming fire pits, chic patios, outdoor kitchens, and even vertical gardens. With a little ingenuity, you can create a place to relax, entertain, or work under the open sky. Throw up some string lights, some comfy seating, and some lush greenery to turn your backyard into someplace you want to be. Get inspired with a variety of Backyard Ideas and find the right fit for your lifestyle, landscape, and vision.

30 Backyard Ideas

  1. Outdoor fire pit area
  2. String lights canopy
  3. Garden lounge space
  4. Outdoor kitchen setup
  5. DIY pallet furniture
  6. Backyard movie theater
  7. Hammock corner
  8. Vertical garden wall
  9. Patio with pergola
  10. Raised garden beds
  11. Zen rock garden
  12. Backyard bar setup
  13. Tiled backyard patio
  14. Water fountain feature
  15. Stone walkway path
  16. Playhouse for kids
  17. Outdoor reading nook
  18. BBQ grill station
  19. Herb garden planter
  20. Hot tub corner
  21. Tree swing installation
  22. Outdoor dining area
  23. Rustic backyard deck
  24. Backyard art mural
  25. Shade sail installation
  26. Bird feeder garden
  27. Backyard yoga space
  28. Modern minimalist garden
  29. Outdoor fireplace lounge
  30. Mini putting green

Step Instructions

Outdoor fire pit area

  • Selecta  safe area, either make or purchase a fire pit
  • Ring with comfortable outdoor chairs or benches
  • For safety and a polished look, throw in some gravel or stone ground cover

String lights canopy

  • Put in tall poles or use trees as anchors
  • Hang weatherproof string lights over the area
  • Use a timer for 6 hours on/18 hours off glow in the evening automatically

Garden lounge space

  • Install a sturdy outdoor sectional or chairs
  • Include weather-resistant cushions and a coffee table
  • Position under the pergola, or an umbrella for shade

Outdoor kitchen setup

  • Finish up your setup with a grill, prep counter, and mini-fridge
  • Install insulated cabinets for storage
  • Recover with a Pergola Or Awning for Protection

DIY pallet furniture

  • Gather Unyielding Pallets and Sand to the desired smoothness
  • Stack and secure as coaches or coffee table
  • Dress it up with cushions, with a throw pillow for added comfort

Backyard movie theater

  • Throw down a white sheet or oan utdoor projector screen
  • Set up plenty of comfy seating with quilts and lawn chairs
  • Organize movie nights with the help of a projector and portable speakers

Hammock corner

  • Select two strong trees or hang poles
  • Attach a sturdy outdoor hammock securely
  • Add a tiny side table and some lanterns next to it

Vertical garden wall

  • A wood or metal frame should be attached
  • Hook on plant pots or a pocket system
  • Plant herbs, flowers, or succulents vertically

Patio with pergola

  • Make or purchase a pergola structure
  • Hang a dining or lounge set below.
  • Adorn with vines or string lights

Raised garden beds

  • Constructing or purchasing metal or wooden raised beds
  • Fill with rich soil — chockablock with nutrients — and plant veggies or flowers
  • Set up a drip irrigation system for easy watering