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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Charlotte Olby

I'm giving my backyard a luxury makeover with these expert tips to make my outdoor living room look more expensive – and the affordable products to get me there

Outdoor living room with a large rug, three matching armchairs with striped cushions and a black coffee table all styled with books, plants, florals, and pillows.

I have spent the better part of spring trying to turn my patchy backyard into something resembling a chic retreat come summertime. So I've called in the experts to help me create an outdoor living room that looks expensive but doesn't actually cost me the earth.

An outdoor living room is an extension of your home and should feel like a space for ultimate relaxation or entertaining in style. Whether you’ve got a sprawling patio or a small city balcony, a few thoughtful upgrades can completely transform your outdoor space – and you don’t need to splurge on a total makeover to do it. In fact, some of the most impactful changes I made this year have come from surprisingly affordable, small detail finds.

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