{"id":2664,"date":"2025-07-03T05:02:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T09:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beingbobblog.com\/?p=2664"},"modified":"2025-06-29T08:21:29","modified_gmt":"2025-06-29T12:21:29","slug":"fun-and-useful-summer-home-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beingbobblog.com\/happy-holidays\/fun-and-useful-summer-home-trends\/","title":{"rendered":"Fun (and Useful) Summer Home Trends"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Summer is a great time to improve your home\u2019s exterior. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And whether you\u2019re interested in enjoying your space a little more or you want to boost your home\u2019s value, it makes sense to find inspiration by taking a look at what other homeowners are doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you thinking about updating your yard or patio this summer? Here are five popular trends to consider trying for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Install a work<\/span><\/strong>out or play area.<\/strong> <\/span>Make the most of your property by building a swing set or sandbox, adding a horseshoe pit or investing in a small climbing wall or some gym equipment that the whole family can use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Build a front yard social spot.<\/strong> <\/span>Want a casual outdoor spot that\u2019s welcoming to your friends and neighbors? Think about setting up a social area in the front yard \u00e2\u20ac\u201d one with benches, swings and comfortable places to sit and chat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Focus on backyard entertainment.<\/span><\/strong> For more private gatherings, focus on guest-friendly features in the backyard. Movie screens, fire pits and hot tubs are a few popular options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add an outdoor kitchen.<\/span><\/strong> Love to cook? Just want to eat alfresco? Install an outdoor pizza oven or invest in a smoker or grill. Be sure to set up a roomy (and durable) dining area, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plant a vegetable or herb garden.<\/span><\/strong> It\u2019s never too late to improve your landscaping with something functional. Consider planting a few of your family\u2019s favorite veggies or herbs in a small garden out back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need some guidance on potential upgrades that can improve your home\u2019s value? Thinking about a new property purchase instead? Get in touch to<\/a>day.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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