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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Sarah Wilson

How to make a backyard look bigger – 8 space-enhancing tricks that work every time

three well-designed backyard spaces

Creating the illusion of a larger backyard is a common design challenge. The good news is there are plenty of ways to make a backyard look bigger without compromising on style. 

There are plenty of backyard ideas that can trick the eye into thinking a space is bigger than it actually is. From which colors and style of furniture you choose to clever landscaping and planting choices that appear to stretch your space.

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