Making the Most of Late Summer: 5 Outdoor Living Ideas

Just because summer’s winding down doesn’t mean the outdoor fun has to stop. Summer is the perfect time to upgrade your backyard vibes, soak up golden hour, and make the most of every warm-weather evening. Here are five outdoor living ideas to help you turn your space into a late-summer retreat.

1. Build a Brick Fire Pit Lounge: A circular brick fire pit with built-in bench seating creates a permanent, cozy corner. Add outdoor cushions and a few wool blankets, and you’ve got a late-night s’mores station that works well into fall.

2. Hang Edison String Lights Over a Pergola: Create a canopy of warm Edison bulbs over a wood pergola or open-air patio. Pair it with a dimmable switch and layer in solar-powered lanterns or uplighting in your landscaping to extend your outdoor hangouts past sunset.

3. Add a Sectional and Outdoor Rug: Set up a weatherproof sectional with deep cushions, a teak coffee table, and a durable, neutral-toned outdoor rug. Bonus points for a basket of citronella candles and a Bluetooth speaker for music or movie nights.

4. Install a Grill Island With Storage: Upgrade from a standard grill to a whole built-in grill island with side burners, cabinet storage, and counter space. This setup is perfect for hosting cookouts, prepping meals outdoors, and keeping the mess out of the kitchen.

5. Get a Plunge Pool or Stock Tank Tub: If you’re not ready for an in-ground pool install, a modern galvanized stock tank tub or fiberglass plunge pool is the next best option. Add a privacy fence, string lights, and a couple of lounge chairs, and it’s your own mini resort.

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