To maximise your outdoor space utilizing the landscape and your patio in the most efficient way possible, taking the drop in temperature into account, will provide you with an outdoor living space that is cosy and practical during the autumn months in South Australia.
Be prepared for anything from simple DIY projects that best maximize the space to outdoor renovations designed for outdoor living.
Cosy Outdoor Furniture
If you think that outdoor furniture is designed for summer use only, you haven’t been doing your homework. Luxurious outdoor furniture may cost you a bit extra but it provides the same level of comfort as indoor furniture and is built to resist the elements. All you need to do is invest in a storage box for your cushions, so you can put them away during the worst of the autumn weather.
Space Heaters & Fire Pits
Unless you are hardened to the colder autumn months, investing in effective heating is a sensible approach to outdoor living spaces. Consider the size and shape of your landscape when researching space heaters and fire pits. Both types of heating appliances essentially offer the same benefits and typically run on gas or electricity for your safety.
Shade Sails and Awnings
If you are working with limited space, shade sails or awnings are a great way to create an outdoor living space adjacent to your house. You can choose from a large range of stylist designs to suit your preferred décor; and, both shade sails and awnings can be used all year round. In the summer your shade sail or awning will protect you from the sun, while in the autumn you can enjoy sitting outdoors without worrying about wind chill.
Create a Private Outdoor Space
Privacy screens are the ideal piece of garden furniture for reserving areas of your patio or landscape for your exclusive comfort. You get to enjoy the outdoors without unwelcomed intrusions from the cold as well as other people. Most privacy screens provide some level of transparency so you won’t feel too suffocated in your personal outdoor space.
Outdoor Cooking
There is no better way to dispel the autumn blues than hosting a barbeque. Outdoor kitchens are an effective use of space when correctly designed. You can create a compact kitchen that will allow you to enjoy the cooler autumn days with family and friends and the heat coming from the barbeque will keep your guests warm.
Modern Fly Screens
Modern fly screens are highly effective when it comes to providing an outdoor living space that is closed off from bothersome bugs. You can sit outside and retract your screen when flies are attracted to lights from the inside of your home after the sun goes down. It is relatively cost effective to install a fly screen that encloses a section of your patio and is operated with fingertip controls or automation for your convenience.
Autumn Clear Out
Alternatively, you can use autumn as an excuse to clear out old furniture and completely reinvent your landscape and patio design. You have two seasons in which to redesign your garden and outdoor living spaces so get those creative juices flowing. With a clear space it is easier to envision new elements that you want to add for the summer. Take measurements and make sure to sketch out any ideas.
If you are renovating a patio or landscape this autumn, professional building inspections may be required. Reach out to Houspect in South Australia for clear and concise reports that include actionable recommendations that are easy to understand.
