When most people think of a backyard oasis, they picture long afternoons spent in a hammock while sipping on sweet tea. For those lucky enough to live in North Carolina, the fun doesn’t end when the weather cools down. With mild fall and winter seasons, backyards here can be just as inviting in October as they are in July. The Triple A Homes team knows that with the right design, cozy touches, and a little creativity, newly built homes can easily include an outdoor space that’s perfect for gathering, relaxing, and enjoying the fresh air all year long.
Embrace All-Season Seating: Comfortable seating is the foundation of any backyard oasis, and when the temperatures dip, it’s all about creating warmth and intimacy.
- Deep-Cushion Sectionals: When choosing outdoor seating, lean toward furniture with thick, weather-resistant cushions that invite you to linger.
- Layered Textiles: Keep a basket of fleece or wool blankets on hand for chilly evenings and add outdoor-friendly throw pillows for the ultimate cocoon.
- Seating Arrangements: By arranging chairs, loveseats, or couches in a circle or semi-circle, conversations are endless!
Add a Heat Source! Even as temperatures drop, hosting outdoor dinners and gatherings is easy if you have the right heat source.
- Fire Pits: The most classic heat source is a simple fire pit. Fire pits add ambiance and an activity option (smores for the win!). Choose from wood-burning for crackle and scent or propane for ease of use.
- Outdoor Fireplaces: A custom-built outdoor fireplace creates a dramatic, permanent focal point for your backyard. Choose a stone or brick-built fireplace to complement your Triple A Home’s facade.
- Patio Heaters: Tall propane heaters or mounted infrared heaters can instantly extend outdoor comfort through the winter. These can be added as a permanent fixture or in moveable form on covered patios and decks.
Outdoor Dining: Sharing a meal outdoors feels special year-round, and cool weather makes hearty dishes even more enjoyable.
- All-Weather Dining Set: Choose a sturdy table and comfortable chairs with cushions that can easily be stored when not in use. Cushions are cozy and also add a touch of warmth on a chilly night.
- Warm Menu Ideas: Have a favorite gameday menu? Chances are, those options are perfect for dining al fresco in the fall! Think fondue, chili, or hot pot dinners that keep everyone gathered around the table.
- Lighting: Cafe lights are perfect to add a warm, golden glow to your dining area as the sun starts setting earlier.
Amp it Up with an Outdoor Kitchen! Cooking and entertaining outside doesn’t have to stop with summer barbecues. Simply add a few appliances for year-round use!
- Built-In Grills: Smokers and pizza ovens continue to rise in popularity as homeowners create comfort food that hits perfectly in cooler weather.
- Hot Beverage Bar: Add a drink station stocked with mugs, cocoa mix, apple cider, and marshmallows.
- Storage Solutions: Weatherproof cabinets are a must as they allow easy access to utensils and supplies handy year-round.
Family Fun? Yes! Your backyard can quickly become the ultimate hangout spot for both kids and adults, no matter the season.
- Outdoor TV Setup: An outdoor viewing area is the perfect spot to watch football games or host movie nights. Add blankets and popcorn for a drive-in theater vibe.
- Yard Games: Cornhole, giant Jenga, and horseshoes are guaranteed hits, year-round. For something out of the box, add a portable putting green or bocce ball court.
- Hot Tub or Spa: A hot tub creates the ultimate spot to relax while soaking under the stars on a crisp evening. Talk to your design team at Triple A Homes about incorporating a cement pad and electric to your new construction home. This will make adding a hot tub easy!
Incorporate a Covered or Enclosed Space: Each Triple A home features a beautiful backyard just waiting for memories! Amping up covered spaces will help you enjoy the outdoors even on days that bring a little liquid sunshine.
- Pergolas with Canopies: Adding a retractable canopy or curtains will block wind and trap warmth.
- Screened Porches: The perfect way to keep bugs out in the summer is also the perfect way to keep warmth in all winter long!
- Multi-Season Rooms: Multi-Season rooms are trending as their vinyl windows or sliding glass panels make it easy to adjust airflow as the temperatures change.
Light Up the Night: As the daylight hours shorten, lighting becomes essential to create both a magical atmosphere and safer traffic zones.
- Pathway Lighting: Add solar-powered stake lights to guide guests to seating and dining areas.
- Uplighting: Use spotlights to highlight trees, shrubs, or architectural features.
- Accent Lighting: Hang lanterns, candles, or LED strips along railings to add twinkling details.
Don’t Forget the Decor! Intentionally decorating your outdoor space for fall and winter reduces the feeling that the space is simply hosting faded summer decor.
- Fall: Layer in pumpkins, plaid blankets, hay bales, and seasonal wreaths.
- Winter: Swap in evergreen garlands, pinecones, and twinkle lights for a festive touch.
- Transitional Accessories: Use neutral base furniture and change out accents seasonally to keep the space fresh.
Creating the ultimate backyard oasis in North Carolina isn’t just about summer cookouts; it’s about designing an outdoor space that feels just as inviting in October as it does in June. Each custom-built home by Triple A Homes offers warmth inside and out! As the air turns cooler, extending that “backyard season” will allow you to enjoy starry nights in your newly built home.
With beautiful floorplans available in Apex, Chapel Hill, Holly Springs, and Pittsboro, homebuyers are sure to find their dream home. Whether you’re preparing to move in or are already settled, adding an amazing outdoor space is a breeze!
Reach out to the team at Triple A Homes today to find the perfect home and the perfect place for your backyard oasis.