Transforming your outdoor space for summer
The summer season is the perfect opportunity to style your garden exactly how you have always envisaged it. Whether you’re planning to be the host with the most by organising a BBQ with friends or looking to create a tranquil outdoor setting where you can relax in the evenings, this blog is packed with inspiration on how you can transform your outdoor space this summer.
Every Gleeson home comes with a blank canvas rear garden as standard, ready and waiting for you to get creative with and put your very own stamp on it. A garden acts as an extension to your brand-new home, offering an additional space to create more memories with your loved ones. If you’re on the search for ways to add those finishing touches to your garden, we’ve collated some of our favourite ideas to get your garden summer ready!
Garden Furniture
Whether you’re alone or entertaining guests in your outdoor space, you’ll need some garden furniture. There are many different options to suit your style, size and budget, and apps such as Pinterest or Instagram are a great place to start when searching for your perfect fit. Rattan furniture offers the perfect combination of style and comfort, so if you’re after a comfy corner sofa or a dining table and chair set you can guarantee there will be a stunning rattan option out there to suit your taste.
If you prefer a more rustic look, you could try a little DIY and opt for a wooden furniture set that you may even choose to restyle to your taste with a fresh lick of paint. Whether you go for a neutral tone or something more bold, this is sure to give your garden a little life.
If you’re looking to create a spot in the garden where you can unwind and relax, a swinging chair, such as an egg chair or stylish hammock, could be the perfect way to do so.
Plants and Pots
Possibly the easiest and most effective way of adding those finishing touches to your garden is to include decorative pots, plants and flowers. Introducing flowers and plants not only adds depth to your outdoor space, but also a splash of colour and decoration. Let your creativity flow and your personality shine!
You might also choose to add further depth and height by incorporating flower beds or hanging baskets to your outdoor space. Both options will add an eye-catching feature across various different levels. Just keep in mind that they may require regular (probably daily) watering unless the Great British weather does this for you!
Outdoor Lighting
No garden would be complete without the ultimate staple; lighting. A well-lit garden allows you to enjoy your beautiful outdoor space as the evenings draw in. There are so many ways to achieve ambient lighting in your garden, with budget-friendly options right through to a more luxurious finish.
Solar products offer a fantastic, efficient way to add light to your garden. Our top styling tip would be to place solar lighting across both your fencing as well as some up-lights aligned underneath. This will help to create a stunning spotlight feature without the hefty price tag. We recommend placing your solar lighting in an area that will receive a good amount of sunlight.
You can also utilise lighting to outline pathways, patios, decking or any areas you want to draw a little attention to such as a seating area where your furniture is located.
String lights also offer a beautiful way to define an area and can add a magical touch to a space. These can be added to shrubbery or trees or intertwined around a parasol to add a little ambience to your garden.
Garden Accessories
Once you have created your dream outdoor space, you can enjoy accessorising the space with decorative items, as well as the more practical products too! From candles to ornaments, waterfall features to outdoor mirrors and clocks, there are so many ways you can add your own stamp and a touch of personality to your garden.
If you’re after the more luxury accessories, you might opt for items such as a pizza oven, firepit or stylish wood burning chiminea.
Your blank canvas Gleeson garden is ready to be transformed into the perfect space for you to enjoy not only in the summer, but all year round too. We couldn’t possibly cover every single option on how you can create a perfect garden space and of course you’ll design it to suit your style perfectly, but we hope that we’ve given you a little inspiration for starters. If you’re a Gleeson homeowner, don’t forget to share your inspiration with us by tagging us in your social media posts or by using the #LoveMyGleeson hashtag.
