Hot Outdoor Design Trends Sweeping The Front Range
Are you thinking about extending your home renovation into the backyard? You’re not alone. 2023 is the year of the outdoor remodel as home designers have seen an increase in Front Range clients looking to revamp their spaces. As we welcome the fall season, let’s explore three outdoor design trends in Colorado and beyond. These trends will transform your yard into a truly remarkable and inviting sanctuary.
1. FRONT PORCH LIVING
Gone are the days when front yards were merely showpieces. Now, homeowners are transforming them into multifunctional spaces for gathering and gardening. Why not add a seating area, fire pit, and vegetable garden? A dynamic front yard enhances your curb appeal and is a welcoming spot to interact and gather with neighbors. It’ll make “running into someone out front” a more meaningful social experience – the pandemic-era porch hangout.
2. NATURAL COLORADO LANDSCAPING
Embracing the carefree charm of wildflowers and native species is becoming all the rage. Opting for a looser, more natural aesthetic will give your landscape a more Colorado feel over meticulously manicured plants. Selecting greenery that thrives in our semi-arid climate conserves water, eliminates the need for excessive fertilizing, and provides a thriving habitat for your fauna. However, the appeal of this organic style extends beyond its environmental benefits. Your landscape will exude beauty and dynamism and evolve with the changing seasons. To achieve this look, juxtapose the wild flora with clean, crisp hardscapes. The contrast between the shaggy edges of the plants and the straight lines of paths or concrete retaining walls will create a captivating balance. This blend of wilderness and refinement mirrors the essence of the Front Range itself!
3. RELAXATION + WELLNESS
Upscaling our outdoor spaces with spa-like features is growing in popularity. Cedar hot tubs, cold plunge pools, cozy saunas, and pergola-shaded daybeds could take your home life to a luxurious level. Because why should spas have all the fun? There are lovely, well-designed prefabricated options. Home is now our place to relax, restore, and connect with nature. There are many ways to design for wellness without requiring a large budget or yardage. Prefab plunge pools are a cost-effective and low-maintenance alternative to swimming pools and occupy less space.
Source: 5280.com