For any homeowner, having a beautiful and functional backyard is usually high on their list of things to have. A high end backyard is a great way to entertain family and friends who come over, as well as simply providing you with a comfortable space to retreat to after a long so you can unwind. 

What do you need in order to create the perfect backyard? This can see like an overwhelming and challenging task for many people, as they don't know what to fill spaces with or how to evenly disperse furniture and other items. If you are struggling to design the perfect backyard space, here are some helpful tips and tricks to follow along.

There are many essentials you need to factor in when completing the perfect backyard space for your home, and arguably the most important one on the list is lighting. Whether you have plenty of natural light or not, additional lighting is always a good thing to have on hand, especially if you are entertaining guests in the evening. 

Along with the stock lights you have on the back of the house, consider adding accessory lights such as lanterns, lamps, or even using a fire pit to double as both a heat source and extra illumination.

Now that you are able to see your guests across the patio or lawn, the next thing you need to provide for yourself and them is adequate and comfortable seating. The options can vary greatly depending on the amount of space you have, so make sure the seating doesn't take up too much room, but still provides a comfortable option to relax in. From lawn chairs, to benches that can double as storage spaces underneath the seat, there are a plethora of options to choose from, so make sure to find the one that fits your needs.

When entertaining your guests in the summer, having plenty of shade is key to enjoying yourself in your backyard. A great focal point for your backyard that is an ideal combination of function and style is a pergola or even a pavilion.

These large structures can shield you from the sun, while also being an outstanding design element as you can grow beautiful vines on the sides of them, making them an instant talking point. 

Whether it is above the patio, or out in the yard, a pergola or a pavilion is an ideal way to enclose an area and improve the look of any backyard.

Check out our gallery for inspiration. If you are completing your backyard, or doing a redesign, the gallery will give you some ideas to create the space of your dreams that will have everyone talking.