Average outdoor living spaces can cost about $65,000. This can include a 400 square foot patio that comfortably fits 5 to 7 people. It can also include a fireplace or a water feature, seating with columns, a 10-by-10 pergola, lighting, and plants. High-end outdoor living spaces can cost about $100,000.

Outdoor living is the design concept where you create an outdoor space that is meant for entertaining and spending considerable amounts of time. Essentially, you want your outdoor space to have the feel of a traditional living room — just outdoors.

Landscaping around a stone walkway, planting tall shrubbery, or creating visual appeal with a dry stream are all simple DIY landscaping ideas. Bedazzling garden stones, hanging plants, and installing a garden arbor can transform your backyard living space into a secret garden that fits any budget.