You Deserve a Better Summer After the Winter We’ve Had!
27 September 2023
Spring has sprung and the glorious few sunny days over the last fortnight have filled us with hope and optimism for brighter days to come - and it's a real phenomenon! Sunshine increases levels of feel-good hormone serotonin, which boosts your mood and promotes feelings of focus, calmness and satisfaction.
Many of us have found ourselves feeling energised by this change in the weather and ready to start new projects and look forward. And what better project to pour your energy into than creating the ideal outdoor living space to enjoy the perfect summer you deserve?
To help you envision it we have put together some perfect summer scenes to inspire you!
Backyard Pizza Party
What better way to bring family and friends together than over a shared meal! Investing in an outdoor pizza oven is a sure way to make your home the hot spot for summer evening dinner parties. Our backdrop for this tasty summer scene includes:
- A stylish and practical deck
- An outdoor dining set that reflects your style and will stand the test of NZ’s temperamental climate
- Your pizza oven, of course – there is a huge range available spanning from small and portable such as the Ooni Koda, something a bit bigger and brighter like the trendy Alfa Allegro or go the whole hog and get a fully built in wood fire brick pizza oven such as the Forno Braga by Brustics.
- For our avid outdoor cooks, an outdoor kitchen to bring the whole cooking and dining experience outdoors.
Alternatively, creating an easy connection from the kitchen to the outdoor dining area such as a servery window is a great option
Poolside Paradise
With this summer forecasted to be one of the hottest yet a backyard pool could be upgrade you need to take your summer from good to great! Just think of how refreshing a dip in the pool is on a scorching summers day! Endless fun for the kids and a sure way to make your house the go to for summer picnics and dinner parties (for better or worse!) If your considering a pool as the centerpiece for your outdoor living space transformation then think about these factors to compliment:
- Do you want tile or decking surrounding your pool? Think about both how it will look and how functional it will be for you and your family in terms of safety and maintenance.
- Ensure you have the appropriate fencing surrounding your pool that complies with the safety requirements as well as working with your overall aesthetic.
- Think about the connection between the pool and the rest of your home. Is it an area you want to be separate or integral to your outdoor living area.
- Double down and compliment the pool with a spa pool or sauna!
- Lastly don't forget to think about the journey after the pool and consider an outdoor shower and change room nearby to avoid everyone dripping down the hallway on their way inside from a swim.
Cozy Book Nook
For those of us more introverted or inclined to take it slow the best part of summer may be enjoying the simple pleasures such as relaxing or reading a book in the great outdoors, enjoying the sunshine, greenery and sounds of nature. Check out our top tips for creating the perfect cozy book nook to ready away the summer days:
- Create some shelter, although the sun is so lovely the UV rays aren't and you don't want to get caught up in your book and end up with a sunburn. The best way to avoid this is to create an area with some shade to keep you protected.
- Of course you need a cozy place to sit or lay back, whether its a comfy outdoor chair, a hammock or a whole cabana. Consider what will suit the size, style and structure of your space.
- Consistent lighting; as we all know the Kiwi weather can be moody at best, consider incorporating lighting to ensure your not straining your eyes to keep up with the literary twists and turns.
For more inspiration check out this article that gives our top tips on creating the perfect outdoor living space, we talk about why you should think of your outdoor space as another room in your house as well how to use lighting and furnishing to make your outdoor living space cozy and inviting.
Summer is coming quick and looks like it will be one for the books so get in touch now to get the ball rolling on your outdoor living space transformation! Call us on
0800 792 992 to book your free in-home consultation with your local renovation expert.
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