Take Your Deck From Day to Night in Minutes

If you're going to invest your time and money creating an inviting outdoor space, you should get plenty of use out of it. These tips will help you and your crew enjoy it 24/7.

Transform your serving area into a prime hangout by providing plenty of seating, blankets and snacks. Ideally, the furniture you're using will have easy access around all sides.

You don't necessarily need a dining table to enjoy breakfast outdoors. You can easily transform a cocktail bar into a breakfast bar with a few simple tweaks. It's the ideal spot to caffeinate and catch up on the news.

Impromptu outdoor entertaining is easy if you do a tiny bit of prep. Keep a few spirits and your favorite barware on hand so when company pops over, you're ready to relax without a lot of fuss. Look for furniture with closed storage so your wares stay dust-free. Also, buy barware that's acrylic so you won't be worried about broken glass (should an accident happen).