Spring is here and the sun is shining! Why not bring the rustic vibe of your lodge or cabin to the Pittsburgh Area outdoors?! Creating a rustic decor on the outdoor areas of your property is something you can enjoy all the way through Autumn. Lets take a look at some ideas...
Along with the array of solid wood, branches, and other natural materials that work well on a rustic porch design, don’t forget to add some living plants. Your porch is the ideal spot to experiment with container gardening. The beauty of gardening in containers is that you can shift things around to catch the sun and the rain and rearrange them as your plants grow.
You can use them at different heights by placing some on tables or hanging them. Just like with your fabrics, vary your textures for interest with some smooth petals and rough stems, as well as different leaf sizes. Potted lavender, jasmine, and gardenia are just a few species that will make your porch inviting with their wonderful aromas!
Add some action and relaxation to your outdoor rustic setting with a porch swing! The kids and adults alike will love swinging and chatting with others while the sun goes down!
If you are game to expand from containers and explore rustic landscaping in your backyard, you will be equally limitless in your creative options!
Think about how your backyard is used and plan carefully before planting or hardscaping. You may want to zone your yard for different activities, like pet play, gardening, lounging, and dining outdoors. It’s a good idea to measure and sketch out a few plans first, and you’ll find a wealth of ideas online to inspire you along the way.
Some favorite rustic landscaping ideas include:
If you haven't already, check out out Outdoor section on our website for some of our showroom items to decorate your Pittsburgh Area lodge or cabin outdoors for the warm weather months!
Data source: Canadian Log Cabin Homes