Urban Oasis: Essentials for a Fun and Stylish Backyard Gathering
Spend time making memories with friends and family with a backyard party that offers something for everyone, from outdoor play areas for the kids to al fresco dining for the adults.
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Robert Peterson
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Robert Peterson
Photo By: Robert Peterson
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Photo By: Tomas Espinoza
Easy Outdoor Entertaining
Create a memorable backyard party the whole family can enjoy. With a seated outdoor dining space and a relaxed, covered lounge area, this al fresco setting is sure to please everyone.
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Camp Vibes
Use an outdoor rug and DIY tent to create a soft backdrop for a relaxed outdoor lounge area. Add a mix of colorful pillows and a play table for a kid-friendly vibe that invites imagination and relaxation.
Bright and Fun
Use a mix of chairs and floor pillows for a relaxed outdoor lounge space that accommodates all ages. Mix and match bright colors for a happy, inviting feel.
Playful and Inviting
Everyone will love the outdoor play space complete with yellow, pink, and orange pillows that feel playful and inviting.
Lively Lounge Space
Games and snacks are easy to reach on this low-profile play table.
Soft and Inviting
Using a soft outdoor rug in the lounge space creates a relaxed and comfy area that everyone will enjoy.
Just Add Bubbles
Add a bubble machine to enhance the festive feel and make the most of the outdoor space. The homemade fabric tent adds shade to keep the party going even if the weather is warm.
Crowd-Pleasing Buffet
Use an all weather outdoor dining table to create a colorful buffet complete with appetizers, drinks and flowers for a spirited and celebratory feel.
Bountiful Bites
Everyone loves a charcuterie board complete with fruit, cheese, vegetables and deli slices.
Serve Yourself
Charcuterie boards and snack plates make it fun and inviting for everyone to serve themselves, taking the pressure off the hosts so everyone can enjoy the party.
Colorful Connection
Brightly colored chairs in a rainbow of hues create ample seating space around what is often the most popular place at any party: the food table.
Kid-Friendly Feast
A mix of fruit, cheese and crackers will please even the most finicky eaters.
Simple Sips
Lemonade in an easy-to-reach drink dispenser allows even the youngest guests to conveniently serve themselves.
Festive Accents
Mix and match vases and mugs to hold sunflowers and daisies for a relaxed, eclectic feel in bold, beautiful colors.
A Seat for Everyone
The covered back patio complete with an outdoor coffee table and ample seating means there is plenty of space to accommodate a crowd.
Fun for All
Place toys around seating areas for children to discover and play with while adults take time to chat and connect.
Celebrating Connections
Enjoying time together outside makes space for new memories and strong connections with family and friends.
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