The alfresco area in a retreat design style is an extension of the living space, and serves as the tranquil weekend getaway destination. You are transported into your ultimate retreat as you step into your outdoor living space.

Australians love living outdoors as much as possible, and the outdoor living spaces in our homes are so precious. We want to make the most of the space, no matter how big or small.
Whether it’s for lazing around by the pool in summer or snuggling up by the fire pit in the colder months, we love to enjoy good food, a glass of wine and time with family and friends outdoors.
There is a growing design trend right now to transform your backyard into an outdoor retreat. As many of us have now worked and studied from home, we’ve started looking at our space differently, and need somewhere to unwind and relax, which is only a few steps away from our home office.
The alfresco area in a retreat design style is an extension of the living space and serves as a tranquil weekend getaway destination. You are transported into your ultimate retreat as you step into your outdoor living space.
But how can you recreate the feeling you get when you spend a day on holiday in your own home? Read on to find out the design elements which can transform your garden into a private sanctuary.
