Whether you’re working with an overwhelming large back outdoor area (lucky!) or you have a cute little balcony, there are plenty of ways to add some spice to your outdoor area. From outdoor rugs and planters to string lights and stock tank pools, read on for some clever ways to upgrade your outdoor space with some IRL examples from Instagram!
1. Frame an Outdoor Living Area With a Rug
The best way to create an entertaining or relaxing area to hang is to frame out a section using a rug. And while you’re at it…
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2. Invest in Some Comfy Outdoor Furniture
Do you even have an outdoor space if you don’t own some cute patio pieces? 😉
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3. Include Outdoor Planters
Outdoor planters will definitely add some chicness to your outdoor hang area.
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4. Build a Fire Pit Area
You could buy or build a fire pit and set some chairs around it!
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5. Hang Some String Lights
Add a little whimsy by hanging some pretty string lights.
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6. Let the Games Begin!
Have some fun in your backyard with yard games. Giant Jenga and Cornhole are easy favorites! Check out these other fun backyard accessories.
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7. Add a Little Stock Tank Pool
Okay so this may not be an option for a cute little balcony, but if you have a little bit of actual outdoor space, a stock tank pool would MAKE your summer! @StockTankPool offers pools and even does installations, or you can do it yourself following their awesome tutorial. It’s easier than you think!
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8. Add a Big Stock Tank Pool
If you have even more space to play with, invest in a larger stock tank pool and build a cute little deck around it. Whatever you do, don’t forget the pool accessories!
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9. Add a Dog
And of course, our easiest tip for ways to upgrade your outdoor space is to add your sweet pup.
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Looking for more ways to have some fun in your yard? Check out these Outdoor Dining Accessories for Your Socially Distanced Summer Picnics.
Melody Rose Rowan is the CEO + hostess with the mostess at @CuteStays. When she isn’t blogging about style and interior design for her blog MustacheMelrose.com, Melody can be found renovating @MaxineTheAirstream with her husband, Scott, or playing with her two rescue dog-sons, Jake and Finn. Say hi at @mustachemelrose!
