Few investments yield higher returns than home improvements. Considering the countless hours of quality time spent relaxing with loved ones in your beautiful backyard oasis, enhancing a home’s outdoor areas pays priceless dividends for years to come.
Whether you’re visualizing an outdoor kitchen under a beautiful cabana, a fireplace, spa, deck or cozy outdoor living room, landscape construction company Cat in a Hammock makes it easy to create your dream backyard. Working with homeowners to design and build custom outdoor spaces, founders Kristina and Allen Jones handle everything from conception and engineering to pulling permits and construction.
Here, they share four ways to invest in the great outdoors.
1. Create an Outdoor Kitchen or BBQ Area
A built-in grill, counter space and a mini fridge can turn your backyard into an outdoor entertainment hub. A backyard kitchen adds value to the home, especially in California where outdoor cooking is popular. Depending on the size of the project, a typical outdoor kitchen can be ready to enjoy in a few weeks.
2. Build a Patio or Backyard Structures
A patio, pergola or cabana expands your living space and provides a great area for seating, dining and relaxation. Stone materials used to build pergolas and cabanas are not only fire resistant but also enhance aesthetics and durability. These structures also provide shade and a stylish focal point. A typical patio can be installed in about 3 months, pergolas take about 10 days and cabanas about 6 weeks.
3. Install Landscaping & Lighting
A well-maintained lawn, flower beds and native plants improve curb appeal. Caring for plants and flowers also serves as a source of enjoyment for many who have discovered their green thumb. Landscape lighting enhances safety and ambiance for nighttime enjoyment, allowing the merriment to continue long after the sun sets.
4. Add a Fire Pit or Outdoor Fireplace
Nothing creates a cozier gathering spot for family and friends than fire features. Today’s selections include propane and natural gas models to fit any budget. Installing a masonry fire pit can take just a few days and cost around $4,500 in many cases.
Request a free design consultation at CatInAHammock.com or call 805.263.4200 for more information.