Ah, the sweet ritual of summertime camping! Every year, families from all across Ontario pack up their tents, leave their city, and go north for a weekend of battling bugs, braving heat waves, and indulging in the simple pleasures of living without plumbing or electricity. Even so, let’s face it: despite our love for the vast outdoors, there are moments when we yearn for its spirit without completely putting ourselves in survival mode. Enter the idea of “outdoor living,” a trend where homeowners are creating comfortable outside additions to their interior havens. It all comes down to extending the comforts of indoors outside. But don’t assume for a second that this can be achieved by just putting a couch in the backyard and dragging the TV outside.
Although it’s not a simple task, we at M.E. Contracting believe we have the art of bringing inside pleasures outside down to a science. Outdoor living makeovers have been increasingly popular, a trend that began before the pandemic and has only picked up speed subsequently, driven by the need to establish a high-quality and useful space. There isn’t an idea we can’t help you realize, whether it’s toasty fireplaces for get-togethers with family or fully functional outdoor kitchens for all-day enjoyment. To get your Toronto backyard landscaping project off to a great start, let’s examine the advantages of outdoor living.
Benefits of Outdoor Living Spaces
Expand Your Living Space:
Investing in your backyard’s landscaping improves your lifestyle in addition to the actual space of your house. Families can make their backyards into unique and valued places. Working with experienced contractors like us, we take the time to learn about your demands, requirements, and way of life. You won’t even be able to tell when you’re leaving the home and entering your backyard by the time the whole process is completed. By developing adaptable zones that smoothly combine inside comfort with outdoor freedom, these spaces efficiently increase the usable square footage of your house. The options for outdoor living are infinite. Picture dining alfresco beneath the stars or relaxing by the pool all day long. Oh, what a dream (which can be easily turned into reality)…
Dynamic Entertaining Space:
Enjoy fresh outdoor entertainment instead of boring indoor get-togethers! Outside spaces provide flexible settings suitable for anything from modest deck gatherings to lively backyard barbecues. Creating the ideal backyard landscape might make you wish the evening never ended. Our specialty is understanding your social life and how it may be included in your space, whether it’s warm fireside talks or watching movies with cocktails ready at the bar! Your backyard is the ideal place for making lifelong memories and developing deep connections, whether you’re entertaining friends, family, or even your neighbors.
Enhanced Quality of Life:
It is especially important to find times of calm and quiet during the day to have a balanced lifestyle and improve your general quality of life. Outdoor living areas offer a space for relaxation, exercise, or meditation, depending on your needs. They enable you to restore your connection to nature and relax from the stresses of daily life. Spending time outside, whether it be for yoga on the lawn, sipping coffee on your terrace, or just lounging in a hammock, enhances your overall well-being. According to research, engaging in enjoyable outdoor activities can help reduce stress, aggression, and anxiety.
Examine the areas that you presently have that are underutilized due to their lack of inspiration or obvious use. You’ll be shocked at how much more you utilize a space that is designed with your needs and preferences in mind. You will be pulled to your backyard repeatedly if you design it in a way that truly speaks to you, and it will become an essential part of your daily regimen for rest and renewal.
Added Home Value:
Though we put your happiness first, investing in a well-designed outdoor living space is also a wise financial move. Research has repeatedly demonstrated that a fully landscaped backyard may add between 15% and 20% to the value of your house. Not to mention that these figures are difficult to ignore in a city like Toronto with high real estate values. You may improve your property’s marketability and resale potential in addition to improving your lifestyle by designing an outdoor refuge that optimizes practicality, aesthetics, and comfort. In other words, you’re winning from every aspect!
Connection to the Outdoors:
We may find ourselves wishing we could live somewhere other than here when we watch countless TikTok videos and see such beautiful places all around the world. But we are lucky to live in a city like Toronto when we put down our devices, take in the fresh air, and find ways to make our spaces seem more beautiful. One might easily feel cut off from nature in a society where screens and technology rule our lives. With outdoor living areas, you can fully enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature while taking a much-needed break from the indoors. Outdoor living promotes a stronger connection to the outdoors and revitalizes your mind, body, and spirit—whether you’re taking in a peaceful moment amid lush vegetation or listening to the calming sounds of a trickling fountain.
Designing Your Outdoor Living Room
When it comes to building the perfect backyard, the possibilities are as vast as the great outdoors itself. Creating an outdoor living area isn’t just about adding functionality to your exterior spaces – it’s about curating an experience that reflects your unique style and enhances your lifestyle seamlessly. Whether you’re dreaming of cozy lounging areas or vibrant entertaining spaces, designing your outdoor living room is an opportunity to infuse your home with personality and charm. And using our services, we can collaborate to come up with ideas you never even imagined! Just take a look at our project portfolio here to start getting those creative juices flowing.
Outdoor Kitchen and Dining Area:
Let’s face it, not everyone is a master cook, therefore you may argue that having a second kitchen outside is unnecessary. However, when hosting outside or just wishing to enjoy the day in the sun, there’s nothing worse than having to run in and out to get cups, ingredients, plates, and so on. Sometimes, all it takes to maintain a positive attitude is a fast snack—even if you’re not cooking a five-star meal. On the other hand, if you are a master cook, an outdoor kitchen doesn’t need much explaining.
Outdoor Bar:
Raise the bar for outdoor entertaining (like what we did there?) with a dedicated bar area that exudes style and sophistication. Whether you’re mixing up cocktails for a crowd or enjoying a casual drink with friends, your outdoor bar is the perfect setting for unforgettable gatherings and lively conversations. Especially if you don’t want to waste a perfect summer night in a crowded outdoor bar in the city.
Hot Tub or Spa:
We may not need a personal masseuse to visit our homes, particularly if a private spa or hot tub suffices. A hot tub or spa may turn your backyard into an elegant sanctuary where you can relax, revitalize, and refuel while taking in the breathtaking views of the outdoors. Nothing compares to unwinding in a bubbly hot tub while enjoying a movie, a drink, or anything else.
Conclusion
Despite its growing popularity, outdoor living appeals to people who want a lifestyle that embraces the greatest aspects of both worlds rather than merely following trends. The greatest thing we can do is figure out how to make our houses cozier.
We at M.E. Contracting are aware of the allure of living outside. It’s all about designing areas that express your individuality and fulfill your needs. We can make your idea a reality, whether it’s spending the entire day in the hot tub while enjoying some soulful jazz music, relaxing by the fireplace, or throwing exciting get-togethers with friends.
So why not aim for remarkable rather than settling for average? Together, we can make your backyard a comfortable, beautiful, and happy haven. When you combine our expertise with your imagination, the possibilities become endless. Let’s make outdoor life your new favorite pastime. So request a free estimate with M.E. Contracting today!
Author Profile
'M.E. Contracting is one of Toronto’s premier outdoor solutions company. Founded by owners Keren and Eitan Abu, with a desire to change the face of Toronto through the revitalization of outdoor living space, M.E. Contracting was established. The “M” and “E” stand for Keren and Eitan’s daughters, Mika and Emma; from the start these two girls have inspired the vision of innovation and creativity that M.E. embodies today. Want to see for yourself? Our 7,000 square foot landscaping showroom is the only showroom in Ontario dedicated to landscaping and outdoor transformations'
