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March 8, 2024

10 Beautiful Backyard Landscapes With Inspiration For Outdoor Living

Hey there!  Are you looking for some backyard inspiration to transform your outdoor living spaces?

Great, you are in the right spot.

This list is filled with some of the most beautiful backyard patios, living spaces, fire pits, yard and flower bed designs.

These spaces are well designed to create functional living spaces in your outdoor areas that you can enjoy all summer long!

For more information about a particular design you love, you can follow the text links directly below the images.

But as always, I’ll help break down each design in the commentary below the images.

We can brainstorm ways to transfer these design ideas to your backyard spaces and homes!

Enough chit chat, let’s get to it!

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#1) Well Lit Pergola Patio Backyard Inspiration

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Source: Pinterest

A pergola adds SO much design and function to your backyard spaces!

They can be free standing, or attached to your house (depending on your budget).

They offer shade, and define spaces for seating groups, lighting etc!  

I just love the string lights that zig zag across this pergola, as well as the vertical strands that run behind the couch.

Who wouldn’t want to spend a warm summer evening in this space?

#2) Cozy Outdoor Fire Pit Along The Backyard Fence Line

landscaping ideas for backyard

Source: Decor Touch YouTube

I love this cozy backyard fire pit!

It’s stylish, and also would not break the bank to recreate.

Gravel, seating, and a free standing fire pit will be a tremendous start.

Finishing the space with decorative landscape rock, shrubs and flowers really completes the look. 

#3) Outdoor Fireplace Backyard Inspiration

Backyard Inspiration

Source: Pinterest

When it comes to creating serious backyard ambiance, its doesn’t get any better than a backyard fireplace!

This gorgeous stone fireplace runs underneath the edge of the pergola.

It sets the perfect stage to organize a cozy seating group.

This is backyard inspiration at it’s best!

#4) Backyard Deck Design Inspo

outdoor living, landscapes, patio design

Source: @norwegianwoodonline Instagram

This backyard deck with railing is so stinking cute!

Well painted floor and railings keep the space feeling modern and fresh.

I love the dark sealed floor boards, which accent the wood furniture and white cushions beautifully.  

Consider paint and deck sealant/stain as an option to update weathered wood, porch or pergola features on your home!

#5) Dinner Party Dream Backyard Inspiration

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Source: Melanie Jade Design

This beautiful outdoor dining space is so cozy and inviting!

I love how the beautifully set table oozes rustic elegance when set on the gravel path.

The warm string lighting helps set the mood for the space and vines and greenery create a cozy feeling.

#6) Modern Backyard Living Space With Fire Pit

outdoor living space with fire pit

Source: BHG

This inspiring backyard space is perfect for small homes or apartments.

Privacy vines help conceal the space while simple well placed furniture creates the perfect space for relaxing.

Centered around a modern stone fireplace this is the perfect area to relax with friends!

#7) Well Placed Lanterns In Outdoor Living Spaces 

outdoor living spaces, covered patio, outdoor decor

Source: Pinterest

If you do not already have some outdoor lanterns in your backyard spaces, you really need to get some!

They look incredible placed along any corner floor area, table or hanging as well.

Soft light creates incredible ambiance and can be achieved with real or faux outdoor candles.

#8) Beautiful Built In Outdoor Kitchen Backyard Inspiration

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Source: @Whidbey Island Farmhouse Instagram

This simple outdoor living space is elevated by the beautiful black shiplap outdoor kitchen.

What a perfect way to conceal your grill, smoker, and create work/prep space.

If you like the idea of an outdoor kitchen, take a look at this post devoted solely to them!

There are some really cool custom design ideas as well as some DIY projects you can tackle as well.

#9) Before and After Backyard Patio Landscaping Ideas

landscaping ideas for backyard

Source: Secret Garden Landscapes

If you have a few minutes, you should really follow the link above to see the before and after on this gorgeous backyard landscape design.

The before pictures are nothing special, a simple but dated backyard space that was lacking design style.

The ‘after’ wows guests as the extended patio creates tremendous room for seating, dining, and entertaining.

Also, painting the fence black and adding string lighting really help the face feel updated and customized!

#10) Rustic Fire Pit Backyard Inspiration

backyard inspiration

Source: Pinterest

When it comes to creating the ultimate hangout space for family and friends, it doesn’t get any better than a fire pit!

This popular DIY fire pit design could be recreated in any backyard space without costing a lot of money.

Edging, gravel, and a cinder block fire pit creates a cozy area everyone can gather around.

Smores’ anyone?

Time To Create Your Own Backyard Outdoor Living Spaces!

I hope you found some backyard inspiration that will help elevate your outdoor areas.

Below are a handful of related posts that are filled with even more ideas on how to make the most of your backyard living spaces.

You’ll never regret creating an outdoor living space you can enjoy spending time in!

  • 7 Go To Backyard Entertaining Ideas For The Best Party Ever
  • 18 Gorgeous DIY Outdoor Decor Ideas For Patios, Porches & Backyards
  • 15 Front Yard Modern Farmhouse Landscaping Ideas With Major Impact
  • 20 Creative Rustic Yard & Decor Ideas
  • 15 Landscaping Ideas For Along The Fence Line
  • 12 Gorgeous Flower Bed Ideas For Your Home
  • 15 Transformative Flower Bed Edging Ideas

Cheers for now!

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