Summer is here! The weather is warm, things are blooming, and you may be wondering what sort of home landscaping updates you’d like to see completed this warm weather season. Do you need a new outdoor patio? What about an outdoor structure? Possibly an outdoor kitchen? The point is that outdoor living spaces are the place to be in our few warm months of the year when everyone wants to be outside soaking up vitamin D. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular choices for homeowners around Rockland, Bergen, and Orange Counties are taking advantage of this season.
Outdoor Structures are Back
Outdoor Living Rockland NY
What started during the pandemic has continued and we think it’s for the best. People spending more time together outdoors and enjoying fresh air, sunshine, and the sounds of nature are always good things. But even though we’re in the northern part of the USA, the sun can be extremely hot and even dangerous. Putting on sunblock every 30 minutes and trying to keep your kids covered up as best as possible is good, but not as good as a roofed outdoor structure. Some of the most popular choices include:
- Cabanas
- Pergola houses
- Pavilions
- Gazebos
- and more
You can get rather creative with the design. Always wanted a poolside bar and barbecue? How about a cabana that looks like we’re in a southern climate or the Caribbean? Because most of us will do the most damage to our skin from age 5 – 30, protecting your children, young adults, and people starting a family is important for a healthy future. The sun is stronger than ever and it’s great to soak up vitamin D, but do so safely.
Outdoor Kitchens Make the Most of Outdoor Living
Next on the list is outdoor kitchens which have become a staple for homeowners around the county. Many of us have had gas grills in the backyard or on the back deck, but what about a true outdoor kitchen? More than just a grill, an outdoor kitchen combines refrigeration, burners, and water lines (sink), and is sure to bring everyone outside. No more cooking indoors when it’s so beautiful outside! Enjoying an outdoor kitchen is a great place for friends and family to spend time together and also eat outdoors. Add an outdoor structure over your outdoor kitchen and really make it a truly unique home landscape design choice.
Custom Patios are the Foundation for Outdoor Living
Spending time in your outdoor kitchen or shaded under an outdoor structure is nice but you need a strong foundation (like custom paver patio) that can handle the wear and tear of these heavy items. Talking to your local landscaping construction company about your options is a smart way to plan your budgeting ahead of time.
It usually makes the most sense for a project to include not only the patio but also the outdoor kitchen and structure as well. It will keep your costs lower as you’re not paying for 3 projects but one larger project and makes it far easier for your contractor to work with utilities (water & gas) while doing all of the proper surveying. Keep all your options on the table and keep your budget in mind, but doing a 3-in-1 project for the full outdoor living suit may be your best choice.
Hiring an Outdoor Living Contractor Rockland NY
Knowing who to talk to in order to get your new project started shouldn’t be a nightmare. Ask around, do a quick Google search, and get it going. We have been a leading landscaping construction company here in Rockland County NY for over 30 years. We live right here where we operate, we are your neighbors.
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