Garden Entertainment Area
Are you making the most of your space? Discover how to transform your ordinary backyard into the ultimate outdoor entertainment area. This guide provides creative ideas and practical tips to enhance your garden, making it perfect for gatherings, relaxation, and enjoyment throughout the year.

Why You Need an Outdoor Entertainment Area
How often do you use your garden for entertaining?
If the answer is ‘not that often,’ there are a few ways to create an entertainment area in your backyard.
You may have seen homes with outdoor entertainment areas that have all the bells and whistles, but is it possible to create an entertainment area in your garden on a smaller scale?
The answer is yes, and it is easier than you think.
Transforming your garden is one of the quickest and easiest ways to increase the value of your home.
In this article, we’ll show you how to change your backyard from drab to fab by creating an entertainment area and outdoor space you can enjoy with friends and family.
How to create a garden entertainment area in 5 easy steps:
- Choose a focal point for your garden entertainment area.
- Create an outdoor seating area.
- Incorporate pools into your design.
- Add final touches to elevate your space.
- Plan your project with SmartStone.

Select a Focal Point for Your Garden Entertainment Area
The focal point of your outdoor entertainment space could be a built-in braai, an outdoor fireplace or both.
Depending on how you like entertaining, you may have other requirements like a counter space and pizza oven.
Create an Inviting Outdoor Seating Area
Now that you have your focal point, you’ll need a seating area.
SmartStone’s products work perfectly together, making it quick and easy to build seating areas.
Build a curved seating area around the firepit
or a seating area with straight lines. We customise our designs based on your space and your requirements.


Incorporating Pools into Your Garden Entertainment Area
Do you want to add a pool or create a cohesive garden entertainment area? Creating a design plan that considers all your requirements will help create a space that increases your property value and the enjoyment of your space.
Add Final Touches to Elevate Your Backyard Entertainment Area
Finish your area with garden edging or a pathway to your new garden entertainment area. Be creative and make your space unique. Our experienced consultants will help create a space that incorporates various finishes. Explore the possibility of using different textures and sizes in combination with elements such as plants, wood, or pebbles to give your space a unique design.
Ready to Start Creating Your Garden Entertainment Area?
Whether you want to create a space as a DIY project or a turnkey project with an accredited installer, share your requirements with one of our design consultants.
Planning your space with SmartStone will help you plan your budget and design a scalable space if you want to create it in stages.
Contact your nearest SmartStone for expert advice and service.