It could possibly be argued that there’s nothing new about outdoor living spaces. After all, we’re all familiar with the great Australian patio or veranda. Perhaps what’s changing is where homeowners are choosing to place their outdoor living spaces – and how we continue to blur the line between the outdoors and the indoors.
It used to be that enjoying an outdoor living space meant going ‘out the back’, where we traditionally placed our outdoor areas. Now, thanks to imaginative designs, enjoying some fresh air and sunshine can involve going out the back, the front, the side – or indeed, not going outside at all, but rather ‘bringing the outside in.’
Innovative use of large span doors and windows can take away the enclosed look that comes with traditional walls. Rooms can now open up entirely onto decked areas or courtyards, creating a sense of space, letting light and fresh air flood in. Kitchen and dining areas in particular can be designed in such a way that entertaining can happen in one open area, with guests choosing to relax indoors or out, free to converse and mingle regardless.
Experienced, creative builders such as Format Homes offer the flexibility to incorporate one or more outdoor living spaces into a family home. Considering a more compact design? Even modestly sized homes can take on a sense of occasion through the smart incorporation of flexible outdoor spaces. By blending dining rooms, kitchen, courtyards and decks, even homes on small blocks can evolve to become remarkably open and spacious.
There are plenty of compelling reasons to contact Format Homes and have a conversation about incorporating outdoor living spaces into your dream home:
South Australia enjoys a climate with warm temperatures and abundant sunshine. Our weather encourages outdoor living and makes it possible to enjoy outdoor spaces for extended periods.
South Australians love to entertain outdoors. Whether hosting a barbecue, enjoying a meal alfresco, or simply relaxing with friends and family, outdoor living areas provide space for socializing and entertaining, especially during warm evenings and weekends.
Outdoor living spaces effectively expand the usable living area of a home. They also make existing rooms seem roomier, lighter and more airy. Enjoy They extra space for relaxation, dining, recreation, and even work or study.
Particularly where homes incorporate green spaces and gardens, outdoor living spaces help homeowners to connect with and appreciate these natural surroundings from the comfort of their home. Purpose built outdoor spaces can help us make more of our gardens, enjoying the colour, light and birdlife that they bring.
When we think of outdoor living spaces its often with the warmer months in mind. Yet it’s worth remembering that with the right aspect and appropriate design elements in place, outdoor spaces can be as welcoming in winter as they are in summer. Clever use of glazing as well as dedicated heating solutions can create cosy retreats to enjoy even when temperatures drop.
It’s a fact that well-designed outdoor living areas can enhance the value of a property. They are selling points for potential buyers and can increase the appeal and marketability of a home. Nothing adds to the ‘wow factor’ during an open inspection quite like a beautiful outdoor living area.
When the time comes to plan a new home, there are dozens of good reasons to incorporate outdoor living spaces. From the value they add to a home, to the benefits they bring for health and wellbeing, outdoor spaces are welcome in any design. Format Homes have the experience and flexibility to create imaginative outdoor spaces that work seamlessly with virtually any of their hundreds of home designs.
Format Homes welcome discussions with people who are keen to see a variety of ideas in outdoor living spaces. To make an enquiry, simply click here.
