When you live in North Texas, an outdoor living space isn’t just nice to have; it’s practically essential. If you’re dreaming of a backyard or patio that’s just as appealing as your home’s interior, read on. We’ll share some ways to add style and flair to any outdoor living space, no matter the size.

Bring a Bit of the Indoors, Outdoors
When designing an outdoor room, the idea is to make it feel like an extension of your home. Give it the luxury and comfort of your home’s living room by incorporating vibrant artwork, plush pillows, and other eye-catching decor. Just make sure everything is protected from the Texas heat and thunderstorms. Check out this outdoor furniture care guide for helpful hints.

Embrace an Outdoor Kitchen
When you have a chic outdoor living space, you’ll probably want to do some entertaining. You know what that means: plenty of snacks and drinks for all your guests. If your budget allows, think about upgrading from a standard barbecue grill to a full-scale outdoor kitchen. Get inspired by these innovative outdoor kitchens.

Go for the Green
Whenever possible, incorporate nature into your outdoor living space. Lush landscaping elevates the sophistication and natural beauty of your outdoor room. And because it’s an outside room, it just makes sense. Some ways to embrace nature in your decor include planting an herb garden (imagine adding a sprig of fragrant rosemary to your guests’ cocktails) or designing a privacy wall with vibrant vines.

Use Fire as the Focal Point
It might seem counter-intuitive to get a fire going during a steamy Dallas-Fort Worth evening, but an outdoor fireplace or fire pit is actually an ideal focal point for your outdoor space. Think about the possibilities: You could toast s’mores during the hot summer months and gather around the crackling flames during cooler months to enjoy an evening al fresco.

Make Your Outdoor Room Multi-Seasonal
Texans know there are basically two seasons in the year: summer and winter. Make sure your space is comfortable during the dog days of summer and the brisk evenings of winter. This means installing ceiling fans or misters to combat the heat and keeping cozy blankets handy for curling up on a chilly night.

The best outdoor living space should be comfortable, functional, and stylish all year long. Try some of the tips above to spruce up your outdoor area. You might make it so cozy, you won’t want to go back inside!

How to Create the Outdoor Living Space of Your Dreams by Audrey Sellers    | Coldwell Banker Blue Matter