Why Creating Outdoor Living Spaces is Important

Something which used to be reserved for hotter countries, is slowing but surely making its way over to the UK.

Working in the construction industry, we have witnessed this trend in creating outdoor living spaces first hand. Over the past few years, we have been involved in several outdoor living projects.

What Is Outdoor Living?

Outdoor living refers to the concept of designing and utilising outdoor spaces so that they can be used as functionally as your indoor spaces. They become an extension of your living areas.

Creating outdoor living spaces will encompass making good use of spaces such as gardens, patios, decks, etc. At HNB, we use our construction experience and skills to create functional and comfortable outdoor environments where our clients and their families can use however they wish. This could be to relax, entertain, dine, and engage in various activities.

Creating Outdoor Living Spaces: Examples

There are several ways to go about creating outdoor living areas and different areas you could utilise. Some of our favourite ways to help our clients get the most out of there outdoor space are;

Dining – the most obvious way to create outdoor living areas is to think about outdoor dining. There’s something about alfresco dining which feels luxurious. When creating outdoor dining areas, we would always recommend a large patio to give your dining furniture stability and style.

Outdoor Living Rooms – We’re seeing more of our clients investing in outdoor living room areas. These areas are always great for entertaining as it creates a more relaxed seating area than a dining set. Again, we would recommend some sturdy patio flooring to make your outdoor living room feel cosy and look stylish. You can also invest in fire pits and outdoor heating elements to encourage you to make the most out fo your new outdoor living area in the cooler months.

Outdoor Kitchens – Outdoor kitchens are definitely considered a luxury outdoor living element that you can invest in. these often go down well if you have a very large garden and need another space to store and prepare food.

Swimming Pools – Swimming pools are another great way to create an outdoor living space that will be guaranteed to be used regularly. Natural swimming pools in particular are on the increase in the UK. This is where the cleanliness of the pool is created by a living eco system rather than by using chemicals. We have worked with Clear Water Revival to create some of these pools for our clients.

Why Creating Outdoor Living Spaces Is Important

There are so many reasons why creating outdoor living spaces is important. Aside from the aesthetics it can bring to your garden or grounds, there are also to following benefits.

• Additional space for living and entertaining – when you’re trying to make the most of the indoor space you have, why not also utilise the outdoor space? it’s not just about the size of your garden but how you are using the space to get the most out of it. Having a well laid out outdoor space can work wonders if you love entertaining large groups or just want additional areas to relax.
• Benefits of fresh air – we all know that fresh air is good for our physical health. We get so used to bring indoors, we forget how good fresh air is for your lungs. The natural light is great for your eyes and vitamin D deficiency.
• Mental health benefits –being outside more is also better for your mental health. The fresh air and natural elements are proven to reduce stress and anxiety and improve your overall mood.  Creating an outdoor living space will encourage you to spend more time outdoors and reap the mental health benefits that come with this.
• Increase Home Value – another great benefit of creating outdoor living spaces for your property are the increase in the value. Because outdoor living is relatively sought after, investing in this area of your property will be a good investment long-term.

Outdoor Living And HNB Construction

We have worked with many clients to help them in creating outdoor living spaces. From swimming pools to kitchens and outdoor dining, we have work on various projects for homes in the beautiful countryside to bring our clients the benefits of spending more time outside.  

If you are exploring the possibility of an outdoor living project, or want to discuss an idea with us then contact our team today.