Backyard Fire Pit Ideas to Transform Your Outdoor Space
There's something about sitting around a backyard fire pit that seems to officially signal the start of summer. Longer nights and warmer weather mean you can extend your time outdoors into the evening hours. Outdoor living spaces maximize the function of your home by providing an additional area for dining, relaxing and entertaining. Adding a fire feature can help transform your backyard into a comfortable space that can be used well into the fall months (and even winter, depending on where you live!). From large, extravagant centerpiece designs to modern, elegant options, there is a wide range of fireplaces, tables and stone structures to suit your space and interior style. We've rounded up our favorites and broken them down into an easy-to-follow guide to help you narrow down the setup and style that works best for you.
Traditional fireplaces
One of the most popular styles of fireplace design is still the traditional fireplace. These fire pits are preferred for their natural and organic look and are usually best located in the backyard as they are larger. They vary in style but are mostly built of stone, mixed brick or natural materials and are sometimes painted white or black to modernize the design. Conventional fireplaces often leave room for grills or a natural stone pizza oven. We've rounded up these gorgeous natural fire pit designs that we'd like to get cozy with:
Contemporary fire functions
Modern decor does not necessarily have to be expensive or unrealistic when it comes to exterior design. Investing in a modern fireplace inspired by sleek designs and clean lines can help transform your space into a stylish, contemporary retreat that serves as both relaxation and entertaining. Contemporary fireplaces tend to use inorganic materials like glass, tiles, and metals to achieve a modern, clean design. Often powered by natural gas or propane, they rely on technologies such as self-timers and temperature control to provide additional safety and comfort features. Modern fireplaces can range in price from very expensive for a custom design to more affordable for a smaller installation - either way it's changing the field.
Small space fire functions
Not everyone has a large backyard that can accommodate extravagant fireplaces, and just because your patio is smaller or even balcony-sized doesn't mean you have to write off a fire feature entirely. Wood burning stoves, fire pots, flints, and tabletop fire displays can provide a cozy alternative to a large fireplace or fire pit. Additionally, they have a much smaller footprint and can be easily moved around when deciding which layout works best in your own space. Check out some of these small room fire features for inspiration:
Decorative fire installation
Embrace the uniqueness of specific fire pits to complete your home. An artistic fire instillation is not for everyone, but for the design lovers who choose to style them, they can easily become the focal point of the garden. With these types of installations, the focus is more on design and less on functionality or warmth (of course there are exceptions). Decorative fire pits add a traditional campfire aesthetic to any space while also acting as a style element. Some homeowners choose to take advantage of the landscape in their yards and incorporate a fire element right into the design of their space. Incorporating a fire pit into the landscape underscores how your decor can be directly complemented by the natural elements of your surroundings. Decorative fireplaces can be on the pricier side if they involve a change in landscaping, but they're definitely worth it when it comes to enjoying the finished product. Check out some of these custom alternatives to the standard fire pit idea:
As you can see, choosing a fire pit that perfectly suits your personal space, style, and budget can be a little more complicated than you might expect. That's why we've created this inspiration guide with 20 different backyard fire pit ideas to start your summer off in the best possible way. Whether you are interested in the natural look of traditional brick and stone fire pits or more in the clean lines of modern fire tables and are willing to spend a little money, there is a perfect design for you that will transform your garden into a dream space. Some homeowners with room to decorate have even installed multiple fire pits in their backyard, providing more than one outdoor living space to enjoy as the summer months recede. In these cases there may be a small decorative feature fire on the immediate patio and a larger, more traditional fire pit further down the courtyard.
It's hard to beat the comfortable feeling that comes from sitting around the fire pit with family and friends, especially when that outdoor space is a beautiful extension of your living space. Once you've decided on the best fire pit for your backyard, take a look at what's trending in patio decor right now to complete your ultimate patio decor. As always, snap a picture of what inspires you in your own outdoor living space and share it with us on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram.
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