Urban outdoor spaces can be limited and often neglected by property management. With time and dedication, private outdoor areas can be revitalized. Lawrence Leung and Mei Brun transformed their untidy backyard over two weeks by clearing debris, leveling the ground, reinforcing the fence, and creating distinct zones. They used stepping stones and pea gravel to organize the space, added furniture for dining and lounging, and included shade-friendly plants for aesthetics and functionality. Their strategic choices turned the area into an inviting retreat.
Outdoor space is hard to come by in big cities packed to the brim with apartment buildings, and even if you do have a rooftop or alley or yard to enjoy, it might not be well-maintained by property management.
They started by removing dead plants... They had to level the ground with a shovel and a rake to smooth out the surface.
They added a weather-resistant table and benches for dining and hosting, a modular sofa and cushions for lounging, a patio umbrella, and string lights for the nighttime.
They added new potted plants of their own that line the edges of the space; Lawrence and Mei prefer ferns, hostas, and begonias that don't need a ton of sunlight.
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