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Outdoor Domestication

Seeking a personal touch, consumers turn to outdoor DIY alternatives

Implications - Adding a customized approach to outdoor living, consumers are turning to DIY decor and furnishings for domestic appeal. Building things like hammocks and cabins from scratch, consumers are using the make-it-yourself approach not only as a means to reflect personal style, but also as a way of engaging with outdoor environments in a more hands-on way. These hand-crafted solutions allow individuals to experience outdoor living in a way that maintains a sense of home and familiarity.
Trend Themes
1. DIY Outdoor Living - Consumers are seeking personalized outdoor decor options and turning to hands-on, make-it-yourself methods for furnishing and styling their outdoor spaces.
2. Repurposing Materials - DIY projects are often centered around repurposing or reusing materials to create unique and custom outdoor decor pieces.
3. Functional Aesthetics - DIY outdoor projects are increasingly focusing on practical yet visually pleasing designs - creating decor that serves a purpose without sacrificing style.
Industry Implications
1. Home Improvement - The home improvement industry can benefit from trends in DIY outdoor decor, providing consumers with materials and tools to customize their outdoor spaces.
2. Sustainability - The sustainability industry has an opportunity to provide recycled materials and eco-friendly options for DIY outdoor decor projects that prioritize repurposing and eco-consumerism.
3. Hospitality & Event Planning - The hospitality and event planning industries can benefit from DIY outdoor decor trends to create custom decor for outdoor weddings, events, and resorts for a unique and personalized touch.
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Featured Examples

DIY Cement Block Benches
DIY Cement Block Benches
This DIY Bench is an Easy Way to Add Extra Outdoor Seating to a Backyard
This DIY tutorial shows you how to add extra outdoor seating to your backyard by making your own cement block bench. While making an entire bench may sound like an overwhelming task, this tutorial... MORE
DIY Hanging Herb Holders
DIY Hanging Herb Holders
The A Beautiful Mess Outdoor Plant Chandelier Hovers Above
The A Beautiful Mess Outdoor Plant Chandelier guide was posted in honor of summer and the many settings that can be created in one’s own backyard. In an effort to infuse the space with as many... MORE
DIY Outdoor Swing Beds
DIY Outdoor Swing Beds
This Comfortable DIY Lounger is Perfect for Relaxing Outdoors
Snuggling up in bed is often the most comfortable way to relax after a long day at work, and if you’re looking to capture that soothing feeling outdoors, then these DIY outdoor swing beds will... MORE
Inexpensive Customizable Cabins
Inexpensive Customizable Cabins
This A-Frame Cabin Enables Consumers to Build It as They Please
Designer Derek Diedricksen of the Relaxshacks blog has built this A-frame cabin base that he is leaving open to customization by its consumers. While plans for this DIY cabin are online for $29.95,... MORE
DIY Grass Beds
DIY Grass Beds
Jason Hodges Creates the Perfect Summer Backyard Sanctuary
There’s nothing that says summer more than lying on a fresh lawn and staring up at white fluffy clouds on a sunny day—especially if there’s a popsicle on hand. Jason Hodges has... MORE
DIY Swan Planters
DIY Swan Planters
This Garden DIY Project Turns Swan Ornaments into Useful Planters
This garden DIY creation by Grace Bonney takes swan ornaments and transforms them into planters or an outdoor centerpiece. Using plastic swans that can usually be found at discount stores, thrift... MORE
DIY Outdoor Hammocks
DIY Outdoor Hammocks
This DIY Activity is Perfect for Those Looking to Lounge Around Outside
One of the best parts about the summer months is being able to enjoy the weather, and if you’re looking for an alternative to store-bought furnishings, then these DIY outdoor hammocks will... MORE
DIY Pineapple Lights
DIY Pineapple Lights
This Simple Tutorial Provides Instructions for Making Fruit-Themed Lights
‘A Beautiful Mess’ has devised a simple tutorial that shows you an easy way of making your own personal pineapple lights. With summer in full swing, these quirky candles are a fun... MORE
Beach Glass Bars
Beach Glass Bars
This DIY Outdoor Bar is Perfect for the Summer Season
Instructables user Alan Teed shares a simple how-to project based off a tutorial found in the ‘Concrete Countertops’ book that teaches you how to create a stunning outdoor bar from beach... MORE

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