It only takes a small amount of outdoor space to enjoy the sun on your face and the breeze in your hair from the privacy of home—but if your outdoor space is petite, you might want to consider incorporating a few of these ideas to help your mini getaway feel a little more spacious than it actually is. These tips can help boost your enjoyment of your outdoor space while fooling everyone into thinking it’s bigger than it is.
Use Outdoor Drapes
Adding drapes (in outdoor fabric) to your small space will draw the eye up and draw attention away from a small footprint. And in addition to expanding the vertical space, outdoor drapes also create a cozy vibe that will make your outdoor space feel even more like a comfortable outdoor addition to your living area. Use a bamboo pole as a curtain rod or purchase an outdoor metal curtain rod to hang your drapes. Look for drapes made with Sunbrella fabric or another hardy, outdoor-friendly material to help protect them from the elements and prevent color fade from UV rays.
A string of outdoor lights will illuminate and visually open up your outdoor gatherings, and brighten up those dark corners. Natalia Bostan/Shutterstock
