Turning your garden into a social space that you actually want to spend time in is understandable. So which steps should you take to make your garden more sociable and better suited to social situations? There are lots of steps you can take and things you can do to transform your garden, and we’re going to discuss some of them here. It’s all about making your garden a place that you enjoy being in.

 

Use Textiles to Add Colour

 

First of all, you should think about adding some texture and colour to your outdoor space because this boosts the appeal and makes the whole place feel more inviting, and that’s the way it should be. Textiles can be used to drape over tables, chairs, sofas or even as cover over a wooden structure to provide extra privacy or protection from the sun. It’s really up to you how you make use of them.

 

Create a Gravelled Area with a Communal Table and Chairs

 

A gravelled area in your garden is a really good idea because it create a separate space that’s for dining and relaxing. It means that this area feels completely different it the rest of your garden, marking it out as a distinct space where you can spend time with people when you’re in your garden. Then you just need to add some chairs and a communal table for dinners outdoors.

 

Get the Lighting Right

 

The lighting needs to be right if you want to spend more of your time outside entertaining friends and family. The lighting will be vital on those long nights when you want to keep the party going and the conversation flowing way past sunset. Without the right lighting in place, it’ll be too dark and no one will want to hang around for long. So think about how you can organise your outdoor lighting.

 

Make the Indoor to Outdoor Transition as Smooth as Possible

 

If your indoor space feels completely detached from your outdoor space, there’s no real chance of you spending more time out there. You’ll feel much more encouraged to spend your time outside if there’s a smooth and easy transition from the indoors to the outdoors. Whether this means adding some bi-fold doors to the back of your house or something like that is up to you.

 

Invest in a Barbecue

 

A good barbecue will provide you with a focal point for your outdoor space and another reason for you to spend more time out there with family and friends. You can hose barbecues and make food for all your guests. It’s perfect during the summer months when you want to create a community atmosphere and socialise properly with your neighbours.

 

Every garden should have a social dimension to it. Being able to spend time with your friends and family out in your garden is always enjoyable, and it’s what any good garden should allow for. If it’s something your garden is currently lacking, consider the ideas we’ve discussed above.