4 benefits of an outdoor living space
Wild at heart and born free. These sentiments might feel pretty foreign to most of us as we go about our urban existence, swinging on the corporate vines of the concrete jungle.
However the rush that courses through our veins like white-water over rapids when we find ourselves surrounded by the majesty of nature proves that our primal desires can be dulled, but never dug out like the tree that once grew where we now park our cars.
Throughout Australia, we are blessed to be surrounded by the beauty of nature. From the lush hills of Glenrock to the untamed tides of Redhead, an escape into nature can be moments away, but what if it could be even closer - what if your escape could be as simple as stepping into your own yard?
A well designed and beautifully landscaped outdoor living space feels like a breath of fresh air and a tranquil retreat from busy city life. Here are four reasons to invest in your home’s outdoor living space.
WHY YOU NEED TO INVEST IN YOUR OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE
FINANCIAL INVESTMENT
Your home’s outdoor living space seamlessly blends interior living with nature and serves as an extension of your existing living spaces. This adds value to your home, and can also save you money by giving you a place to relax, reflect, and unwind without having to leave the comfort of your own home.
A well-designed and executed outdoor space will reduce your desire for weekend escapes and getaways by providing a personal sanctuary for you and your family, right from the comfort of your own home.
DELIGHT YOUR GUESTS
An outdoor living space provides a great area for entertaining and celebrating.
Imagine - celebrating your engagement with a barbecue on your patio with friends, toasting the birth of your child with a beer plucked from your outdoor bar fridge, throwing a pool party for your child’s birthday or celebrating your retirement by soaking up the sun on your backyard lounge chairs - your outdoor space will serve as the perfect backdrop for all of your life’s big and magical moments.
Just be prepared to deal with the envy of your guests as they all marvel at the beauty and functionality of your custom designed backyard oasis.
ENJOY FAMILY TIME
A well designed outdoor living space’s versatility means your family can come together and spend valuable time with one another in the healing presence of nature.
You and your family will enjoy outdoor dining, a yard for the children to play in, a pool to cool off in the summer or anything else your imagination can come up with - all of it, together.
IMPROVED MENTAL HEALTH
Easily the greatest benefit of an outdoor living space is the benefit to your mental health.
Relaxing and getting some fresh air is a great way to de-stress and, being surrounded by nature has a number of proven calming effects on your mind and body. Additionally, tending to the gardens in your outdoor space serves as an effective way to quiet your mind and relax. Less stress means an happier and healthier life, and you just can’t put a price on that.
SQUAREPEGS HANDYMAN DOES GARDENING & LANDSCAPING
The only thing the Squarepegs Handyman team loves more than being immersed in the beautiful outdoor scenery of Newcastle, is sharing our love of the great outdoors by designing and building breathtaking outdoor areas for our clients throughout Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, the Hunter and beyond.
Click here to learn more about our landscaping and outdoor living design services.
WHERE WE WORK
You’ll find Squarepegs Handyman in and around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, the Hunter and beyond. Contact us to find out if we service your area.
We cannot wait to work with you!
More from Squarepegs Handyman
Building a new retaining wall is very nuanced. In this article, Handyman Ryan breaks down exactly how it is done.