It’s All About the Outdoor Living Space

 When you live in the warm climate of Southern Florida, especially in any of our luxury properties in Boca Raton, you know that your outdoor living space is one of the most inviting features of your home.  The emphasis on spending more time on the veranda becomes greater as friends and family drop in for some home entertainment. If you’re planning on selling your home, you’re probably aware that finished outdoor living areas can greatly enhance any investment.  Locating a reputable designer whether you need remodeling or want to add landscaping can be a challenge.   The right design, the best décor and the plants are all a part of this area highlighted in today’s modern home.  Here are a few reasons why outdoor living is a trend that’s here to stay.

Take a moment and picture yourself relaxing by the calm tranquil waters of your own swimming pool with the warm tropical breezes gently sweeping over you on a hot Florida day. Can you picture how nice sitting on a cozy piece of furniture and reading the paper is while listening to the chirping birds and waterfalls that glisten in the nearby garden.  Remember how fun it is to have the entire clan of relatives gather around the fireplace for an excellent barbque? These are just some of the best reasons to use the space located in your backyard as a place to entertain and enjoy. 

Many people think that outdoor living in South Florida includes only palm trees and ferns. But plants for this area can really enhance the beauty and character of the home.  A good landscape company like Landscaping Luxury focuses on the design and having it harmonize with the architecture of the house.  You wouldn’t put a cactus next to your putting green or near a child’s play area so it makes sense to work with a company that has design experience with luxury homes. A good landscaping specialist can make suggestions for types of lighting used and placement of pools and Jacuzzi’s as part of their repertoire. There are many good companies out there but ask the country club concierge or get a recommendation.  Plants that have lush foliage are not only aesthetically pleasing, they’re also a great way to have extra privacy.    

Another feature other than your landscaping would be your pool and sauna area.  There are so many beautiful pool designs out there but when you’re deciding on pool features, consider how often you’ll use the pool and what it will be used for.  Will you only be lounging by the pool? Will you be using it for athletic training of some sort?  Either way when you work with experienced designers such as VanKirk & Sons you’re dream pool should be done with your lifestyle in mind. Infinity pools, lagoons all add personality and should be created with the style in mind.  When selling your home, a pool can be considered a valued feature especially when you live in subtropical weather. Adding ambient light and cascading waterfalls, fountains and the right foliage creates a backyard sanctuary. 

When it’s time to entertain and relaxing is placed on hold for a celebration, think of the many possibilities that you have at your fingertips entertaining in this area.  Built in Barbeques, Bars, and Pizza Ovens can be a real treat for anyone visiting your home. 

Pizza oven’s and hearths are the latest frill making backyard living spaces a treat for all.  The adornments come in all shapes and sizes, but are designed to give that space an all-inclusive resort type feel. Pair up a fireplace that builds atmosphere for a life well lived. 

Many of the previous designs with smaller fire pits have graduated to the larger more grandiose models.   But today the selection and features of pizza ovens, fireplaces and bar seating have exceeded the minimal designs of the past.

Another rage in today’s luxury homes is the smart home.  Smart home technology includes the ability to control your outdoor living space features like the lighting, fountains and music.  If you’re in the backyard and would like to see who’s at the front door you can buzz them in without leaving the party.  With the use of a smart phone and the cameras positioned outdoors, you have the ability to control accessibility.  This is ideal for outdoor living spaces and safety of your home. 

When it comes to entertaining, a cabana bath would be ideal and prevents people from passing through the rest of your home.  If you’re considering a renovation and adding a cabana bathroom to the backyard space, it’s a good idea to have a contractor or builder who is also an architect. Today’s design/build is much more detailed from the beginning of any project, then what went on in the 1960’s.

Reputable companies in Boca Raton can be found online. Companies such as Brenner Architecture Group know Boca Raton and the clientele. More importantly, they have experience and can design or renovate in a respectful manner.

Remember that renovations or building a comfortable outdoor space doesn’t have to be a huge project.  Sometimes just adding new furniture or a piece of art is all that’s necessary to update or create that peaceful and invigorating area alfresco.

With the many possibilities of plant life to cabana’s your outdoor space can be as spectacular as you’ve envisioned.  The best thing to do is to find people that can help you create the environment that is conducive to your lifestyle.  With a great design and by including all the amenities you love, your backyard living space will be one of the most inviting non-room areas of your home.  If you sell your home or are just wanting this to be a new area, your outdoors will be greatly appreciated by you or the new owners. It may just be the part of the house that pushes everyone over the edge!

For more information regarding outdoor living spaces or selling your home, contact our specialists.  We look forward to serving you.