As soon as this $%#*$# cold, snowy weather lets up over here on the East coast we’ll be preparing our back yard for Summer. Since purchasing our new home, Brett and I have been dreaming up fun ideas for our back yard. We have a large, flat open space, so I’ve thought about adding patios, pergolas, pools…you name it, I’ve dreamt of it! So since I can’t get started on my back yard project just yet, I’ve done the next best thing…compile inspiration! Here are 12 of my favorite ideas for creating a dreamy back yard =)
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 2 back yard ideas](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/back-yard-ideas-.jpg)
12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration]
[1] Create an outdoor movie theater…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 3 movie night back yard](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/movie-night-back-yard.jpg)
[2] Create a lighted spot for outdoor dining…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 4 summer back yard](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/summer-back-yard.jpg)
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[3] Turn up the romance by stringing trees with lights…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 5 lighted trees](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/lighted-trees.jpg)
[4] Invigorate your outdoor space with a potted lemon tree…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 6 how to plant lemon tree](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/how-to-plant-lemon-tree.jpg)
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[5] Set the mood by suspending candles from a pergola…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 7 candles back yard](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/candles-back-yard.jpg)
[6] Black & white awnings add sophistication to a cozy backyard lounge…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 8 beautiful back yard](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/beautiful-back-yard.jpg)
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[7] This pergola with a suspended chandelier provides a cozy space for gathering…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 9 back yard patio3](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/back-yard-patio3.jpg)
[8] Create a warm outdoor dining space by building a stone patio with a fireplace hearth…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 10 back yard patio2](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/back-yard-patio2.jpg)
[9] A classic pergola defines an outdoor living area…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 11 back yard patio](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/back-yard-patio.jpg)
[10] Create extra outdoor seating by adding built-in divider platforms…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 12 back yard lounge2](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/back-yard-lounge2.jpg)
[11] A simple stone patio with comfy sofa seating defines this back yard living area…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 13 back yard lounge](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/back-yard-lounge.jpg)
[12] An enclosed patio provides warmth & extra living space…
![12 Dreamy Back Yard Ideas [inspiration] 14 back yard kitchen area](https://www.picklee.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/back-yard-kitchen-area.jpg)
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I’m geeking out over picture 10, because I have the exact same patio layout. Can you share the original source for the photo? Thanks.
Thank you wonderful ideas, essentially the “Texas Lights”.