What’s Hot in Coastal Carolina Backyards This Year

As the weather warms up and days grow longer, homeowners across the Carolinas are turning their attention to their backyards – lookoing to create spaces that are stylish, functional, and ready for summer entertaining. At Carolina Home Exteriors, we have been helping families make the most of their outdoor spaces for over 45 years, and we’ve got a front-row seat to the latest trends shaping outdoor living in 2025.

Whether you’re planning a full backyard makeover or looking to add a few new features, here are the top outdoor living trends to watch this summer – and how we can help bring them to life.

1. Smart Shade Solutions: Comfort At The Push of A Button

The days of struggling with flimsy umbrellas or temporary pop-up canopies are long gone. In 2025, homeowners want shade that is stylish, durable, and easy to control. This year, motorized louvered roofs are leading the way. These innovative pergolas allow you to open and close the roof slats with the touch of a button – offering adjustable protection fropm the sun, rain or wind.

Pair them with motorized retractable screens from Fenetex, and you’ve got a fully adaptable outdoor room that provides shelter without sacrificing airflow or views. Its luxury, convenience, and versatility – built into your backyard.

2. Outdoor Spaces That Feel Like Indoor Rooms

Homeowners today are looking to blur the line between indoors and out, creating covered, enclosed spaces that offer all the comforts of indoor living – without missing the beauty of the outdoors. That’s why EZE-Breeze Sunrooms, screen rooms, and glass sunrooms continue to grow in popularity.

These flexible, enclosed spaces are ideal for:

• • Hosting guests without worrying about the weather.
  • Enjoying views of your yard or pool in comfort.
  • Adding square footage and value to your home

You will get more use out of your space year-round whether you are celebrating summer with friends or relaxing in a quiet, climate controlled corner.

3. Modern Coastal Design Elements

Clean lines, neutral tones, and low-maintenance materials are shaping outdoor design in 2025. This trend fits beautifuly with the laid-back elegance of the Carolina coast. Here’s what we are seeing:

• • • Matte finishes and earthly color palettes in patio covers and screen frames.
    • Minimalist pergolas with sleek, powder-coated aluminum frames.
    • Composite decking and stone-look pavers that are easy to maintain and designed to withstand the coastal climate.

We work with trusted product lines like Renaissance Patio Products and Four Seasons to bring these modern designs to life, with long-lasting materials that perform in the heat, humidity, and salt air.

4. Outdoor Entertaining Spaces With Purpose

Backyards in 2025 aren’t just about looks – they’re about lifestyle. More homeowners are asking for purpose-built zones for cooking, dining, loungin, and even working from home.
We’re Seeing A Rise In:

• • • Covered dining areas perfect for July 4th cookouts and summer get-togethers.
    • Outdoor kitchens paired with patios and pergolas.
    • Firepit or Fireplace lounges for cool summer nights
    • Work-from-home porches or sunrooms with peaceful views and fresh air.

If you want to design a backyard that matches how you live and entertain, we are here to help you map it out from concept to completion.

5. Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

Homeowners are thinking smarter when it comes to energy use and environmental impact. This summer, sustainable materials, energy-efficient windows, and shade structures that reduce interior cooling costs are trending for the right reasons.

Choosing products like insulated patio covers, UV-filtering windows, and motorized screens can help keep your home cooler, reducing the strain on your HVAC system. It is a win-win: better comfort, lower utility bills, and a smaller environmental footprint.

6. Personalization & Custom Features

Finally, 2025 is all about personalized outdoor living. From custom-built pergolas that match your home’s architecture to sunrooms with your ideal window layout, Carolina Home Exteriors designs every project to reflect your style and needs.

We’ll work with you to create a one-of-a-kind space that fits your family’s lifestyle and complements your home’s aesthetic.

Stay Ahead Of The Trends with Carolina Home Exteriors

At Carolina Home Exteriors, we don’t just follow trends – we help set them. For decades, we’ve built custom outdoor spaces that reflect how homeowners in the Carolinas want to live, relax, and entertain.

Create stylish, functional backyards with smart shade solutions, EZE-Breeze Sunrooms, and more in Coastal Carolina. Upgrade your outdoor lifestyle today!

We’d love to help you explore the latest options in shade, screens, enclosures, and more. From initial design to professional installation, we handle it all – so you can enjoy your space stress-free.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation, or stop by our showroom to see the latest in outdoor living firsthand.

Let’s build your dream backyard – just in time for summer.