If you have a yard, even a a small one, you can turn it into an private, peaceful and ample outdoor space. Having an outdoor space where the family can gather allows you to take full advantage of your property and offers a special area to congregate when the weather is warm and comfortable. This gathering place can be something as simple as a few adirondack chairs around a fire pit or a space that's been converted to an outdoor living room complete with furniture, heating, lighting and space to eat. If you want to create a superior outdoor space then you have many options to make it feel as comfortable and charming as any interior space.