{"id":26033,"date":"2021-08-20T18:03:27","date_gmt":"2021-08-21T01:03:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=26033"},"modified":"2026-04-15T10:04:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T17:04:32","slug":"outdoor-room","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/outdoor-room\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Outdoor Rooms You\u2019ll Want to Recreate in Your Own Backyard"},"content":{"rendered":"

There\u2019s never been a better time to invest in the outdoor room<\/a> of your dreams. Not only do these outdoor paradises provide relaxation and joy today, but they also boost value<\/a> and curb appeal<\/a> for resale tomorrow. HomeLight\u2019s data shows that outdoor spaces are trending big time, with 31% of top agents<\/a> citing more outdoor space as a top motivator for homebuyers today.<\/p>\n

\u201cOutdoor rooms with desirable features put homes at a higher price point, Lynn Childers<\/a>, a top Arkansas real estate agent with 15 years of experience, says. \u201cA gorgeous outdoor room with design elements that mirror elements of your inside design puts your house in a higher class.\u201d<\/p>\n

Whether you have an expanse of greenery to work with or are sandwiched between two townhouses, these 10 outdoor rooms are the inspo you need to transform your backyard into an outdoor oasis.<\/p>\n

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1. Al fresco dining nook<\/h2>\n

This sophisticated outdoor dining room by Joseph C. Fava, a South Florida Interior Designer and owner of award-winning Fava Design Group<\/a>, is perfect for entertaining.<\/p>\n

\u201cTreat your outdoor space as an extension of the inside of your home,\u201d Fava says. In this grand dining space, Fava styles a contemporary wire-brushed wood dining table<\/a> in a Mediterranean-style villa setting.<\/p>\n

Fava emphasizes selecting details that can withstand the elements \u2014 in his case, the bright Florida sun. \u201cSolution-dyed fabrics that won\u2019t fade over time and quality furniture that will last many years are key.\u201d<\/p>\n

To get the look, start with a Samson Grey rug<\/a> with a woven look. Balance a rustic weathered ceiling with a brushed nickel fan<\/a>. Then curate a stunning lighting arrangement.<\/p>\n

\u201cNo room is complete without fabulous and unique lighting, and a loggia is no different,\u201d Fava says. Here, contemporary pendant lighting<\/a> steals the show.<\/p>\n

Finally, incorporate potted plants and lush centerpieces to play off the surrounding landscaping. A ZZ Plant<\/a> lends this space a burst of color and balances out its stone elements. \u201cI always include elements of earth, fire, and water in any outdoor space,\u201d Fava notes.<\/p>\n

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2. Glass skyscraper backdrop<\/h2>\n

In this outdoor room design by the award-winning Turett Collaborative<\/a>, a Manhattan skyline in the busy Columbus Circle neighborhood is transformed into a backdrop for a serene getaway.<\/p>\n

To mirror the skyline, \u201cThink big with outdoor-indoor furniture,\u201d Jessica Shaw<\/a>, the firm\u2019s Interior Design Director. \u201cSelect pieces that look and feel like indoor furniture. Large, comfortable, cozy pieces that encourage lounging and gathering outside.\u201d<\/p>\n

Pictured, the Room and Board Oasis Sofa<\/a> acts as an inviting upholstered lounging area in an astonishing space. Shaw balanced the white cushions with rustic wood planters<\/a> and a focal coffee table<\/a> for urban garden terrace vibes.<\/p>\n

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3. Private gazebo retreat<\/h2>\n

Perla Lichi<\/a>, an Interior Designer based in South Florida who has been designing luxury residential and commercial interiors around the world since 1984, created this hybrid indoor-outdoor space with visual connections to nature carved into the greenspace of a luxury home in Kenya.<\/p>\n

A rich wood gazebo houses a private cushioned seating area ideal for solo relaxation and intimate conversations surrounded by greenery. Recreate the look for your own backyard oasis:<\/p>\n