{"id":1225,"date":"2022-12-19T06:29:20","date_gmt":"2022-12-19T12:29:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/covenant.cobblestoneweb.com\/?post_type=faqs&p=1225"},"modified":"2022-12-19T08:40:34","modified_gmt":"2022-12-19T14:40:34","slug":"outdoor-living-space-faqs","status":"publish","type":"faqs","link":"https:\/\/covenant.build\/?faqs=outdoor-living-space-faqs","title":{"rendered":"Outdoor Living Space FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1225","faqs","type-faqs","status-publish","hentry","no-post-thumbnail"],"acf":{"title":"Tips for Planning Your Outdoor Living Space","subheadline":"When it comes to planning and designing your outdoor living space the possibilities are endless. From space to specs to specific amenities and add-ons, there\u2019s no limit to how you design and construct your outdoor living space\u2014and that can make planning a challenge.\r\n\r\nTo help streamline your thought process and identify next steps for your outdoor living space, start here. By focusing on these six key touchpoints, you\u2019ll be able to hone in on what matters most to you and your family and, from there, ideate and evolve an outdoor living space that meets your wants, needs and budgets\u2014a space you\u2019ll enjoy and that will instantly boost your property\u2019s usability and value.","faq-repeater":[{"faq-question":"#1. Consider your SPACE","faq-answer":"No two yards are created equally\u2014and that\u2019s why no two outdoor living spaces should follow the same footprint. While it\u2019s great to draw inspiration from friends, neighbors, resorts and online resources, ultimately your yard will dictate the general look, feel and construct of your outdoor living space. So, first, consider this key element\u2014specifically, how much size you can dedicate to an outdoor living space and, from there, what would and wouldn\u2019t mesh with your existing landscaping and architecture. Jot down any notes, measurements or details that immediately spring to mind."},{"faq-question":"#2. Determine NEEDS","faq-answer":"Ask yourself, what\u2019s the MAIN purpose of my outdoor living space? For some homeowners it\u2019s, simply, creating a relaxing oasis they can hunker down in nightly. For others, the goal is a posh outdoor entertaining space, complete with a built-in grill, seating and luxury amenities to make guests feel at home. In some cases, people see this space as an extension of their living room, home office or family room\u2014it all depends on your desired usage and long-term objectives for the space\r\n\r\nTo start honing in on what next, again, write down any musts for the space\u2014i.e. we need a grill for backyard barbecues or need sufficient lighting so we can use in the winter. This will help start to frame the conversation and keep you focused on what you need in the space versus what\u2019s, simply, a nice-to-have."},{"faq-question":"#3. Think about WEATHER","faq-answer":"As you consider your usage it\u2019s important to think about when you\u2019ll most utilize the space and how your immediate climate plays into the build. For example, if you have your sights set on using your outdoor living space year-round, you\u2019ll likely want to consider an overhang, hardscapes and other add-ons to maximize privacy, shade and protection. If, however, you\u2019re looking for a small, warm-weather grilling go-to, you may not need the level of coverage."},{"faq-question":"#4. Then there\u2019s STYLE","faq-answer":"Now that you\u2019ve considered your existing outdoor space, what style appeals to you most\u2014and syncs best with your surroundings? Outdoor living spaces are easily customizable and can be built out to be more chic and modern, more natural and rustic, contemporary, traditional, farmhouse-style or, literally, anything in between. Again, focus on aligning your outdoor living space with your existing landscape and architecture so the entire experience feels seamless and inviting."},{"faq-question":"#5. Is there anything else you\u2019d LOVE to have?","faq-answer":"We\u2019ve hammered out your specific needs and use cases but, then, there\u2019s always the notion of what you\u2019d love to have in your outdoor living space. For example, you might need a grill but would love to have a built-in with natural gas. You might want an island surrounding your cooktop but would love a marble countertop with bar-style seating for 10. The sky\u2019s the limit so don\u2019t worry about what\u2019s \u201creal\u201d at this point.\r\n\r\nAs you\u2019re working through your \u201cwants,\u201d jot everything down considering everything from outdoor lighting and sound systems to cabinets, refrigerators, coverings, seating, fire pits and water additions. During our initial consultation we\u2019ll help organize your wish list based on your space, timing and budget."},{"faq-question":"#6. What\u2019s your BUDGET?","faq-answer":"The good news? There\u2019s truly something for every budget so pull together your numbers and let\u2019s talk. From there\u2014and based on the line items you\u2019ve pulled together from the previous five questions\u2014we\u2019ll build out a custom proposal and timeline that fits your wants, needs and budget."}]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/covenant.build\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/faqs\/1225","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/covenant.build\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/faqs"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/covenant.build\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/faqs"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/covenant.build\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1225"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/covenant.build\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1225"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/covenant.build\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1225"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}