Autumn Inspiration for Every Backyard

As the leaves turn golden and the air becomes crisp, there's no better time than autumn to create a warm and inviting space in your backyard. Shea Homes offers an array of outdoor spaces, from second-floor decks to covered living spaces, designed to enjoy during every season, including fall. From design accents to warm colors and more, get ready to transform your outdoor space into a seasonal haven. Let's explore some creative ways to make your backyard a cozy autumn retreat.
 
Cozy Corners: Your Backyard Retreat

 
Transform a quiet corner of your backyard into a sweet spot for relaxation and socializing. Here's how:

• Seating: Choose comfortable outdoor furniture that fits the space. Consider a loveseat, armchair, or even a small sectional sofa. Add plush cushions and throw pillows in warm fall colors to create a welcoming atmosphere. Include soft blankets for chilly evenings.

• Fire Pit: A fire pit is a great way to add warmth and ambiance to your outdoor space. Gather around the fire with friends and family for great conversations, weenie roasting, and s’mores. 

Tone Up: Add Color to Your Backyard

Design accents in warm colors can instantly transform your backyard into a wonderfully inviting space. Incorporate these colors throughout your outdoor decor to create a chic atmosphere:

• Rustic Wood: Use wooden accents like planters, furniture, or even a pergola for a natural touch.

• Warm Metals: Brass, copper, and bronze metals lend elegance and warmth to outdoor spaces.

• Textiles: Choose warm-toned textiles for throw pillows, blankets, and rugs. Think rich browns, oranges, and yellows.

• Lighting: Select gold-toned string lights or lanterns to set the mood for festive fall moments.

Fall Produce and Plants: A Harvest-Inspired Retreat
 

Create a vibrant fall display with potted plants or baskets that overflow with colorful foliage. Pansies, ornamental kale, and miniature pumpkins are ideal. Experiment with different textures and heights for a visually appealing arrangement that will make your backyard come alive:

• Pumpkins and Gourds: Use pumpkins and gourds of different sizes and colors for eye-catching displays.

• Apples and Pears: Display baskets of apples and pears for a classic fall look.

• Cornstalks: Go rustic by featuring cornstalks arranged in vases or leaning against a wall.

• Fall Foliage: Incorporate fall foliage like maple and oak leaves, pinecones, and acorns into your arrangements.

• Autumn-Blooming Flowers: Plant mums, chrysanthemums, or pansies for a burst of color

Beyond the Basics:

 No matter the size of your space, a few key elements will elevate your fall retreat.

• Festive Decor: Embrace the season with accents like hay bales, pumpkins, and gourds. Add pops of color with fall-themed throw pillows and outdoor rugs. Don't forget to hang a festive fall wreath on your door.

• Warmth and Comfort: As the evenings get cooler, consider adding a space heater to keep guests warm, invest in plush throws and pillows, and set up a comfy outdoor chaise lounge or sofa for afternoon naps.

• Sensory Appeal: Engage all your senses! String up fairy lights and use citronella candles, or a few scented candles with fall-inspired fragrances, like pumpkin spice or apple cider, to amp up the fall ambiance. Make a playlist with relaxing autumn-themed music to set the mood. 

The Final Touches:
Take inspiration from the season:

• Create a DIY pumpkin spice centerpiece for your outdoor table with a fall-scented simmer pot that includes cinnamon sticks, orange peels, and cloves for a welcoming aroma.

• Start a container herb garden with fall staples, like thyme and rosemary.

• Do some fall baking and delight guests with a warm apple pie under the stars.

With spacious patios and lofty balconies, our homes provide the ideal canvas for creating a dreamy autumnal backyard. Explore our beautiful communities across Southern California and find your dream space to relax and connect with your loved ones today. New homes are selling in Orange County, the Los Angeles area, the Inland Empire, and Ventura.
 

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