A Guide to Creating your Ultimate Backyard - Austral Masonry

The outdoor essentials

From conversation and relaxation spaces, to dream outdoor kitchens and playful
pool areas, take inspiration from our line-up of exterior experts to dream big when
it comes to your outdoor space.

Defining your outdoor space

For even our savviest of home renovators, we understand that
creating a well-designed outdoor space can be challenging.

To keep things simple, we’ve divided our free guide into the
key areas of any outdoor space:

1. Eat

2. Drink

3. Play

4. Relax

1. Eat

Alfresco entertaining is a favourite Australian pastime. Here are our top tips for creating the outdoor dining area and gourmet kitchen of your dreams.

Top Tips

Go with the flow
Choose flexible furniture
Consider the elements
Make a statement
Have fun with colour

2. Drink

Whether hosting family and friends or simply enjoying the spoils of your natural surroundings, taking time to unwind by the fire with a drink in hand, can provide the ultimate in laid back luxury.

Top Tips

Pave the way
Comfort is key
Add fire
Get technical
Cheers to that!

3. Play

Take it outside and encourage the kids and adults alike to switch off, with an outdoor area that ticks all the entertaining boxes for year-round living.

Top Tips

Keep it connected
Consider your zone
Go natural
Light the way
Think big

4. Relax

Create a backyard oasis by carving out a space to relax and recharge that merges both beauty and functionality.

Top Tips

Let the light in
Consider the design
Add lushness with plants
Create spaces that sing
Ensure privacy

Meet our Experts

Anthony Wyre

Designer/Director
Wyre and Co

Naomi Barin

Director
Dangar Barin Smith

Richard Unsworth

Co-owner
Garden Life

Fran Hale

Founder
Peachy Green

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Simply enter your details below and click ‘Download’ to explore the guide and discover the steps to backyard success.

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