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The trend of creating outdoor living spaces is continuing to rise. Such areas create a natural extension of the home, providing an opportunity to enjoy being outdoors while cooking, playing, mingling or just relaxing. While many people realize that there are benefits to having a great outdoor living space, they may not be sure how to transform the space they have. The good news is that with a little research and planning, anyone can have an outdoor space that will match their lifestyle.

“The outdoor living industry is booming because people want to get back to being outdoors more,” explained Don Gwiz, director of Lewis Aquatech, an elegant outdoor-living company. “There are so many options that there is a design solution for everyone, whether you want something big and bold or prefer something soft and subtle.”

Here are five ways to improve your outdoor living space:

Do More Than Dine

Many people eat outdoors at their patio tables, so why not kick it up a notch? Create a great cooking area, as well. Whether you are going to add a great grill or a whole outdoor kitchen, your outdoor living space can become where you prepare the food, too.

Turn the heat up

Whether you love bonfires or want to be able to use your outdoor space on more days throughout the year, a heat source can help you do both. Adding an outdoor fireplace is going to help warm things up on a cool fall evening, as well as give you a place to roast those marshmallows.

Choose a water feature

If you want an outdoor space that exudes peace and tranquility, you will want to consider adding a water feature, such as a fountain. The subtle sound and look of them can help your guests relax and provide a great conversation piece.

Love your living space

Having a usable and comfortable outdoor living space means having a living space that is capable of providing such things. Be sure to consider your options in this area, as you can have outdoor sofas, tables, and more that will do well outside.

Add a pool

When you have a swimming pool or hot tub, you are not only creating a great outdoor living space, but also adding a place where you can entertain, exercise and relax.

“There are many ways that a backyard can be transformed into a luxurious outdoor living space,” added Gwiz. “It’s just a matter of determining what works to meet your needs, and then creating the type of space that you want. It is always within reach for your idea to become a reality!”