To create the best outdoor space for your style and family’s needs, building big isn’t always the right answer
While that makes sense for utility spaces such as carports, when it comes to patios and verandahs – it’s important to consider things like balance and proportion. still have size envy about your small space? here are some tips to make your patio feel less petite and more grand!
When building a patio or verandah, no two jobs are ever exactly the same. Outdoor areas come in an array of irregular shapes and sizes, so the key is to fine-tune and customise with ease – something Fielders Centenary offers through our dealer network. Spotting a tailored and customised outdoor space is easy. These spaces feel balanced and in proportion to the size of a home, and they feel like natural, flowing extension of living space.
In this sense, bigger isn’t always better. There’s no point building a light plane hangar if you’ll only use a quarter of the space – think about the upkeep! Plan your perfect patio or verandah with a Fielders Centenary dealer in your area. CLICK HERE. But, if your finished product still gives you slight claustrophobia – we’ve got the fix! Here are some simple, space-maximising secrets.
1. Choose the right profile
With Centenary’s wide range of profiles, you’ll find a solution tailored for your needs. To maximise an airy, spacious feeling, C-Dek is the perfect choice. This profile has a large spanning capability which eliminates the need for extra purlins (a component providing lateral support for roof panels). The result is a smooth, minimal and clean look from the top down.
2. Keep it simple
A simple, relaxing design incorporating elements from nature is often ideal for a small patio. Clutter is your enemy number one! Don’t feel you need to stuff the area with overly elaborate decor as this can overwhelm the space. Go back to nature through the use of lush greenery and add pops of colour through flowers. Permanent creeping varieties or temporary vases of seasonal blooms are both great options.
3. Build a bench
Built-in benches are perfect for smaller patios. This might sound counter-intuitive, but this type of bench doesn’t require all that extra space for chairs around the dining table. You can also go a step further and have built-in storage within the benches, to safely house your outdoor cushions and blankets year-round.
4. Be strategic with furniture
If a built-in bench isn’t for you, it’s easy to eliminate wasted space by cleverly laying out your furniture. It’s natural to feel all your outdoor furniture needs to be placed in the middle of your space, working your way out from there. Instead, why not opt for corner seating or items that work well flush along the walls of your verandah or patio.
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