Creative Ways To Use The Extra Space You Have In Your Yard

Some yards are small, some are massive. Yet, there always seems to be that part of the yard that ends up being empty.

Sure, you can let it be, but you can also decide to use this extra space by being creative. If you decide to take this route, you might be wondering what you should do. Worry not, we’ve put together a list of creative ways you can use the extra space in your yard!

Make an Outdoor Sitting Area

Yards can easily become the most beautiful part of your home. As such, they deserve to be admired. You should have a way of enjoying the fruits of your labor, whether we’re talking about an impeccable lawn or a beautiful flower garden. There’s no better way to do so than to create an outdoor sitting area in your yard.

You can take things to the next level with a nice, stylish patio, or you can simply get some patio furniture and place it wherever you’ve got some free space. Either will work just fine. Our advice is to keep away from high traffic areas of the yard. Instead, try to put your furniture somewhere where relax and enjoy the view

Build a Greenhouse

Greenhouses are a great way of giving your yard character. Depending on the style of greenhouse you pick, you can also use this space to create a stable source of food for you and your family. Greenhouse enthusiasts from Greenshouses argue that greenhouses are very easy to work with. You can make one even if you have very little extra space.

Smaller greenhouses are perfect for growing flowers that require a very specific maintenance regimen. If you’re into gardening, sooner or later you’ll want to have one of these in your yard.

Make an Outdoor Kitchen

Cooking outside is both fun and relaxing. There are few better ways to spend time with your family and your friends than to cook them a nice meal while they relax in your yard. Outdoor kitchens don’t have to be massive or complex. You can get away with a decently sized barbecue or a small pizza oven. It’s all up to you.

Make a Fire Pit

Fire is at the core of human civilization. The moment we learned how to make fire is the moment we learned how to keep ourselves warm and safe. Even though we’ve come a long way since those prehistoric days, there is still something that attracts us to fire on a very primal level.

Building a fire pit will allow you to enjoy the safety and warmth of fire whenever you please. Gathering your loved ones around the fire pit will undoubtedly result in some legendary stories being told.

Sitting around a fire is one of the oldest forms of socializing that is still every bit as valuable as it was millennia ago. You can buy a premade fire pit, or construct your own. Building one can be a fun project that isn’t expensive and can be done quickly.

Landscape

If you’re thinking about trying landscaping, but you’re not confident enough to take on your entire yard, using that little extra space can be a great way to test your skills. Landscaping is fun and if done correctly, it can vastly improve the aesthetic value of your home.

Start simple and experiment. Learn how to use rocks to pave a path or section off a part of your yard. Learn how to make yard ornaments. There is so much to learn and try with landscaping. All you really need is a strong will and some extra space to practice.

Install a Hammock

When all else fails, or you’re not interested in making permanent changes to your yard, you can always hang a hammock. Hammocks have always been the crown jewel of any yard design. Nothing beats enjoying a nice summer evening outside, swaying side to side as you read a book in your hammock. These are easy to install and most of them can be set up without trees.

Be Creative

So far you’ve probably noticed that creativity is key to using any extra space you might have in your yard. There are so many things you can do, ranging from complex projects to simple changes you can make in less than 10 minutes. Figure out which way you’re leaning and don’t be afraid to experiment. Also, anything you make doesn’t have to be permanent. Who knows, maybe next year you’ll want to do something else?

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