Whether you want to expand your home’s living space with an outdoor room or kitchen, or just want to freshen up an existing backyard living space, sometimes it’s challenging to find inspiration. Perhaps you’re trying to find a way to incorporate all the features you want into a limited space, wondering how to unify the area with an overall theme, or just looking for a feature to make your space unique.

Assembling an idea book is a great way to get started. Begin by jotting down ideas about how the space will be used, from entertaining to relaxing. Take a tour of your existing home and garden, taking note of the elements of style you’d like to extend into your backyard living space. Once you’ve established the functions for the area, and have a notion of a general style for the space, start collecting pictures and articles. These resources are sure to spark some creative design ideas:

Sunset Magazine
For over a century, Sunset magazine has provided homeowners with practical ideas for indoor and outdoor living. A regional home magazine targeted towards the western United States, Sunset’s focus on the outdoor Western lifestyle makes it a great source for backyard design ideas in any part of the country. You’ll find more articles here about professional exterior designers than in other sources, making Sunset a great source for exploring new and creative ideas.

P. Allen Smith
Host of the of the syndicated television show, P. Allen Smith Gardens, Smith has long been an advocate for integrating outdoor/indoor livings spaces, with an emphasis on do-it-yourself projects. One of the country’s most recognized outdoor living experts, Smith’s easy-going personality helps get his ideas across in ways that are simple to understand and implement.
House Beautiful Magazine
Another magazine that has been publishing ideas for the home for over 100 years, House Beautiful is a good source when you’re looking for visual inspiration. You won’t find thoughtful, in-depth articles here, but you will find plenty of pictures of trending styles and designs.

Martha Stewart
It’s hard to talk about resources for the home and garden without mentioning Martha Stewart. While the woman who Business Week labeled “The Queen of the Product Pitch” may not be the most objective source for outdoor living ideas, she has been savvy enough to surround herself with people who are. For quick and simple accent ideas, look to Martha Stewart.

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