Landscaping: Alfresco meal

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Offering of the outside living space that family and friends will be able to appreciate for years, the patio and the terrace give a whole new definition to the expression "Happiness is in the home".By taking the comfort of the home outside, a well -located patio or terrace will become the supreme touch of your property in addition to adding value. Whether you choose a oasis Pool side , or a multiple tower terrace for meetings with friends, Horticultural design of the North can help you realize your dreams accompanying in each stage of your project .

Alfresco meal

enhanced by a fresh breeze and breathtaking landscapes, the outside is a perfect backdrop for meals with family or friends.Here is how to add flavor to the frame of your next Alfresco meal.

Your plans for an outdoor meal area should take two basic requirements into account: cooking and eating.If you cook inside and then bring food outside during the meal, situate the outdoor dining area as close as possible to the kitchen, with a door to ensure the passage between the two places.If you plan to cook outside, think about what you will concoct, how often and for how many guests.

Comfortable outdoor meal area

A simple grill should be suitable for burgers and hot dogs with family.The more culinary exploits will be developed, the more your outdoor kitchen should also be.If several meals will be cooked and eaten outside each week, a full outdoor kitchen would surely be in order.A comfortable outdoor meal area requires a solid and level base so that your chairs are stable.Allocate enough space for a size table conducive to the usual number of guests.

Add charm and privacy

A brick patio with a complex pattern will be perfect for accommodating a dinner table.The surrounding plants provide intimacy naturally.A multiple tower terrace gives a lot of space for the biggest receptions.Small tables placed on each level create an interesting visual effect.Or, A Gazebo provides shade to this table to allow a meal away from the heat of the sun.Gazebos can be designed in a variety of quantities and styles to meet your needs.

Do not forget the lighting

Do you want to extend the conversation and spend time with your family and friends after sunset? Landscape lighting will make your terrace usable day and night.

Need more inspiration?Visit North Horticultural Design Albums for more ideas, and don't miss our next blog in this series: family meetings.