There’s nothing quite as relaxing as watching the flames of a cozy fire, especially when you’re lounging in your own backyard. An outdoor fireplace will provide the intimate warmth and comfort you crave when spending time with loved ones. In addition, it’s a great way to update and upgrade your outdoor space to boost your home’s value. In fact, you’ll reap several unique rewards by adding an outdoor fireplace to your St. Louis backyard.
Most of us pack up the patio furniture when the weather is cold. It’s simply not comfortable to spend time out there. An outdoor fireplace allows you to use your patio and outdoor living spaces for weeks, or even months, longer. In fact, you may be able to enjoy the warmth of the flames and sound of the crackling fire year-round.
If your patio area feels disjointed and uncomfortable, you won’t want to use it. What’s more, it won’t look or feel quite right. An outdoor fireplace can act as an anchor that ties your outdoor living and entertaining spaces together, making it inviting, cozy, and comfortable.
Along with beautiful plants and trees, hardscape elements add interest and structure to your landscape. A great example of this would be an outdoor fireplace and built-in seating. It could be built to blend into the patio area or as a focal point in your garden. In fact, you can customize an outdoor fireplace style and design to suit your taste.
Mosquitoes and other biting insects will relentlessly pursue you in search of a blood meal. It’s almost enough to keep you indoors during the warm months. You have to douse your children or yourself in chemical repellents just to be outdoors. The smoke from an outdoor fireplace will help keep bugs at bay so your family stays safe without the sprays.
There’s something about a fireplace that makes you want to slow down and enjoy life’s little moments. Sitting by the fire together, without the screens and distractions is an ideal way to reconnect with family and friends. After a long day of work, a cuddle with your romantic partner near the fire is a perfect stress reliever.
When considering any home improvement project, you want to look at the potential return on that investment. A new outdoor fireplace can net you an 80% return, which makes it a smart investment if you sell. Even if you don’t, the added value can benefit you.
Are you ready to add the charm and warmth of a beautiful outdoor fireplace to your St. Louis patio landscape? Contact Landsmith Landscape Design & Construction to talk to one of our outdoor living experts. We'll help you design and build an outdoor fireplace that provides you with the aesthetics and performance you desire.
