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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Jennifer Ebert

These 16 outdoor living room ideas are your fast-track to creating the most stylish and serene space to unwind this summer

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.

It wasn't until I underwent a total garden makeover last year that I fully understood how much an outdoor living room can not only transform your backyard, but your entire home too.

Creating a dedicated spot for relaxing al fresco not only expands your hosting space but also encourages you to spend more time outdoors (so long as the weather is playing along). With some comfy seating, perhaps a fire pit for cozy evenings, and some twinkly string lights overhead, these backyard ideas can improve the way you entertain, give you a peaceful spot to recharge after a busy day, and make your home feel bigger, breezier, and more connected to nature.

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