With longer days and warmer nights on the horizon, summer is the perfect time to make the most of your outdoor spaces with our outdoor entertaining ideas at Maplestone. Whether you’re hosting a weekend BBQ, a casual family lunch or sunset drinks with friends, your backyard can become the ideal setting for effortless entertaining.

Here are a few simple ideas to elevate your outdoor entertaining this summer:

1. Create a Comfortable Seating Area
   Invest in quality outdoor furniture that suits your space, whether that’s a full dining setting or a relaxed lounge with soft cushions and throws. Shade is also key; a large umbrella, pergola or shade sail can help keep guests comfortable on hot sunny Melbourne days.
2. Bring the Kitchen Outside
   A built-in BBQ or portable outdoor kitchen can turn your alfresco area into a social hub. Add a prep bench or drinks cart nearby so everything you need is within easy reach, from serving trays to ice buckets, it’s also easy to watch the kids play in the backyard while you enjoy cooking up a storm.
3. Set the Mood with Lighting
   As the sun sets, soft lighting helps create ambience. String lights, lanterns or solar-powered garden lighting can instantly elevate your space and extend the evening. Try bordering the fence line with solar powered lights to create a wider sense of space.
4. Add Greenery and Texture
   Potted plants, herbs, and native flowers can bring life to your outdoor area. Layer textures with rugs, timber features or outdoor cushions to make the space feel inviting and personal.
5. Keep it Family-Friendly
   If you’ve got little ones at home, consider setting up a shaded play area or lawn games to keep them entertained while you host. An inflatable ball pit is always a fun way to enjoy the sunshine and can easily be put away during the colder month to ensure it’s in tip top shape for the following summer.
6. Make it Yours
   Whether it’s a pizza oven, fire pit, or curated playlist, think about how your space reflects your lifestyle. Summer entertaining is all about creating a relaxed environment that works for you.

At Maplestone, every home is designed with outdoor living in mind.
With generous backyards, alfresco areas and open-plan layouts that flow seamlessly to the outdoors, you’ll have all the space you need to enjoy the best of the season, right from your own backyard.

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