Inspiration #58: Backyard String Lights

Last week’s look at modern shade sails also got me thinking about lighting – more specifically, backyard string lights that provide both needed light and a sense of cozy living. String lights take less of a structural load, but mounting and spans should still be thoughtfully considered when designing and installing at your home. This week, I’ve found two pictures each for 3 different settings in a backyard: dining, under cover, and open seating. Let’s take a look!

This is the latest in a weekly post of residential architecture inspiration. If you want to see past weeks, you can go here. If you want to see them curated on my pinterest (sometimes before they even hit the blog), go here.

This dining setup is exquisite, and the backyard string lights only make it better. How do I get invited to a dinner party like this?!?

Another beautiful, simple backyard string lights setup to add some cozy light to an evening meal. Connecting to the roof fascia is an easy solution for hanging string lights, as shown here.

Moving under cover, this patio addition with backyard string lights looks so cozy, both day and night.  I can picture myself out there reading a book in the afternoon sun or hanging out with friends in the evening.

Another great backyard addition with string lights comes from SFbyBay, with a welcoming combination of covered and open spaces that work for any weather scenario.

This relaxed seating with backyard string lights looks like a great place to relax after work or…whenever you’re able. Pour me a glass of wine and give me a book and I’ll be there!

This last backyard with string light inspiration image checks all the boxes: varied, comfortable seating; heat source, plants, a variety of lighting types, and lots of texture.