COMPLETE BACKYARD MAKEOVER: Outdoor Lounge/Kitchen & Shower [Part 1]

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  • Опубліковано 11 вер 2024

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  • @lanclincunningham12
    @lanclincunningham12 Рік тому +5

    Watch this about 3 times I will be doing this to my house in Jamaica in a few months.

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      Yessss 👍🏽 you can do it ! Feel free to ask for some tips if you need

  • @donnamcdonald6310
    @donnamcdonald6310 Рік тому +26

    With the dog as the supervisor you and your friend did a great job.

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much 😊 The dog is always there to make sure everything is alright 🤪

    • @donnamcdonald6310
      @donnamcdonald6310 Рік тому +1

      For your first time you did a great job.

  • @porchejones4287
    @porchejones4287 Рік тому +6

    Really inspiring! I love what you did and that u had the guts to do it. Its beautiful 😍!

  • @MzBonafyde
    @MzBonafyde Рік тому +2

    Fellow Quebecer doing her thing and living the dream!!! Happy to have found your channel, and the backyard is Looking good thus far! ❤

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      Welcome aboard! ❤️❤️ I’m glad you enjoyed the series

  • @kerenkroll
    @kerenkroll Рік тому +1

    I love how you narrated this video as "how to" where most just voice over "what I did." Well done!

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      Thank you 🙏🏽🥰 I’m glad you enjoyed it

  • @melaniewebb420
    @melaniewebb420 Рік тому +4

    You go, girl‼️I'm so impressed. You inspire me. Love it ❤️

  • @sabrinaestrada3590
    @sabrinaestrada3590 3 місяці тому +1

    My backyard is disgusting. I have no idea what I'm doing, and landscaping is freaking expensive! I appreciate your video. I'm going to do my best to fix it up myself.

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  3 місяці тому

      Send me some pictures on instagram @akilahreynolds, I can give you some ideas 💡🫶🏽

  • @cherisemcgrady6260
    @cherisemcgrady6260 Рік тому +1

    You are a BOSS girl!!!!❤

  • @natsofatso1969
    @natsofatso1969 8 місяців тому

    I love you. You are amazing ! I can’t wait to see the next video of your backyard.

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  8 місяців тому

      Thank you 🤗 There’s 2 more videos in this series 😍♥️ you can check them out now !!

  • @HouseofABDesign
    @HouseofABDesign Рік тому +7

    This is AMAZING! I can’t wait to see more of your projects!

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +2

      More to come soon 🔜🔥 I’m glad you enjoyed it 🥰

  • @allthingsnu4673
    @allthingsnu4673 Рік тому +2

    I'm so glad this video showed up on my home screen! You're doing a beautiful job so far!

  • @vicklee-hogan1956
    @vicklee-hogan1956 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic, so inspiring,. I absolutely agree with you that if you can dream it you can build with plenty hard work. Love the floor and wonderful benches. Congratulations.

  • @Chutney1luv
    @Chutney1luv Рік тому

    Wow, you did a spectacular job at decorating your yard! Love how you used the card board as a mold to hold the cement for the gravel. It came out beautifully! Can't wait to see the rest! 🏖

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      Thanks so much! 😊 there’s two other part to my series if you want to see the final reveal 🥰🥰

    • @Chutney1luv
      @Chutney1luv Рік тому

      @Akilahreynolds Okay, thanks! I'll check them out!! 🏝

  • @dc5duben96
    @dc5duben96 11 місяців тому

    good work, not the nicest but definetly works. i like how you just wing it and see what works 👍

  • @elinydlugo4047
    @elinydlugo4047 Рік тому +1

    Un trabajo Hermoso!!!! Puedes echar a las pebbles marmolina y le echas agua con la manga en shower mode para Q se peguen las pebbles. 🌺🇵🇷👏👏👏👏👏👏🌸🙌😊🇵🇷🌼

  • @esnadelle
    @esnadelle Рік тому +2

    i love this... thank you to share this with us

  • @kwedeyad.7755
    @kwedeyad.7755 Рік тому +1

    What a nice looking project. Some people use spray a mixing of glue to keep the pebble in place. Can’t wait to see the rest. Is this a French accent from Quebec that I’m hearing ; )

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      Thank you 😌🔥 yess it is 😆 I can’t hide it

  • @geraldinegresham8997
    @geraldinegresham8997 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing the awesome work share Worthy

  • @juetoesso6375
    @juetoesso6375 Рік тому

    Trop fan de vous, vous êtes formidable

  • @aniabrandt7
    @aniabrandt7 Рік тому

    If u add few drops of washing liquid to cement, it will become waterproof & moldproof

  • @dabrasuetarotshow
    @dabrasuetarotshow Рік тому +1

    greetings sending good vibes I am new subscriber congratulations on your new journey thank you for sharing

  • @sugardailey63
    @sugardailey63 Рік тому

    Fabulous

  • @ravengameslife9071
    @ravengameslife9071 4 місяці тому

    Good job

  • @kaysha
    @kaysha Рік тому

    So impressive

  • @adventuresofaradtech8399
    @adventuresofaradtech8399 Рік тому +1

    This is an awesome diy project! Looking to do a backyard makeover myself- what design program did you use to plan the landscape? I see one in the video

  • @blaineturner2528
    @blaineturner2528 Рік тому +3

    Great video! Can't wait for part 2. Did you remove the legs of the grill or just build it in?

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      Thank you 😊 yes I removed the legs of the grill and did the space with the right dimensions to have a custom vibe 😍

  • @AKIYIAKELLY
    @AKIYIAKELLY 11 місяців тому

    🎉

  • @alisonbowen2547
    @alisonbowen2547 Рік тому

    New subscriber. I’m so happy that your video showed up. I really admire your creativity. Well done 🎉

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for subbing! 😇 welcome to the builders club 🥰

  • @CaptainSallyPoo
    @CaptainSallyPoo Рік тому

    This is so awesome!!

  • @jonathan2000ify
    @jonathan2000ify Рік тому +1

    So cool!

  • @NBert-ge1ru
    @NBert-ge1ru Рік тому +1

    Beautiful project 😍

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! I hope you like part 2 (coming soon).

  • @johannakonigsmaier5476
    @johannakonigsmaier5476 Рік тому

    Ein Traum,great Job,LG.from Vienna, Austria,Europa🎉😊

  • @clarkbar8509
    @clarkbar8509 Рік тому

    You go girl..........greaaaaat job.😊

  • @guarjamelanistic5716
    @guarjamelanistic5716 Рік тому +1

    New subscriber… Great job 👍🏽👍🏽… Looking forward to watching part 2…

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      Awesome! Thank you! Part 2 coming up later today!

  • @pammiesworld1681
    @pammiesworld1681 Рік тому +1

    Awesome job! New subbie 6-20-23

  • @sl2427
    @sl2427 6 місяців тому

    ❤🎉Amazing

  • @JourneyWithUs13
    @JourneyWithUs13 Рік тому

    ❤❤Kia Ora>>Hello from Melbourne 😊 and So cool 😎

  • @DIYwithJulesSoto
    @DIYwithJulesSoto Рік тому

    Awesome can't wait for more

  • @mereplants3449
    @mereplants3449 Рік тому

    Beautiful

  • @stephanpieterse3755
    @stephanpieterse3755 Рік тому

    I love this thank you waiting on next video

  • @lisawilliams6866
    @lisawilliams6866 Рік тому

    A tip I learned... there is a pebble "glue" you can buy, to keep the rocks in place.

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      Yes 🙌🏽 I think I’m going to try that !

  • @shomemo37
    @shomemo37 Рік тому

    I just watched a video where a guy sprayed mulch glue on the gravel and it wouldn’t budge! You might try that. I love your space!!!

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      Yesss a couple of people told me that ! I’m definitely going to try that

  • @juliahelland6488
    @juliahelland6488 Рік тому

    Looks great! 💯 ❤

  • @gopisidhu5506
    @gopisidhu5506 Рік тому

    👍

  • @mrbangbang5839
    @mrbangbang5839 Рік тому +1

    ❤❤❤ greetings ✌️ 💯🇬🇩👍

  • @FrawwfMedina
    @FrawwfMedina Рік тому

    Nice work,

  • @madeleinefortier2743
    @madeleinefortier2743 Рік тому

    Great job!

  • @peace.n.blessings5579
    @peace.n.blessings5579 Рік тому

    Well done young lady! What software did you use?

  • @idaniamorales6058
    @idaniamorales6058 Рік тому

    Good job 👏

  • @p215j
    @p215j Рік тому

    Nice build. Came out great. The main problem you're going to find is your color choice of white & light colors will CONSTANTLY need cleaning. Outdoors has so much dirt & grime. It never stops. Please do a yearly follow-up to discuss the pros & cons.

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      Thank you 😊 yes will do ! I live the white but its true that you need to keep it clean 🧼

  • @nicmancienne6530
    @nicmancienne6530 Рік тому

    Definitely trying the golden apple juice

  • @athomewithjenny
    @athomewithjenny Рік тому

    New subscriber! I can't wait to see what else you can do!! ❤

  • @AMATEURDECORATINGLIKEAPRO
    @AMATEURDECORATINGLIKEAPRO Рік тому

    OMG! This is spectacular! New Subbie here!

  • @creativegirlhomestead
    @creativegirlhomestead Рік тому

    You Rock! Super awesome project! I’m a new follower for sure! Blessings! 😊❤️🌱

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      Welcome into the builder’s club girl ❤️🥰

  • @TestTest-tp2bz
    @TestTest-tp2bz Рік тому

    The most interesting part is the shower

  • @katherinehorne6364
    @katherinehorne6364 Рік тому

    Amazing! Can you remove the grill from kitchen, In case it needs to be replaced in the future?

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      Yes we can, I only took off the leg structure that came with it 😊

  • @esotericonetwork
    @esotericonetwork Рік тому

    Can you suggest how did you cover the bench surface? Are these ceramic tiles over the blocks? Or the surface has smaller 4 inch blocks ?

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      I’ve cover the whole surface with a waterproof cement based coating and I painted on top after with a patio paint. ☺️

    • @esotericonetwork
      @esotericonetwork Рік тому

      @@Akilahreynolds perfect.

  • @Gigi2you
    @Gigi2you Рік тому

    Love the bananas 🍌 on the tree so cute

  • @kahluaqueen
    @kahluaqueen 8 місяців тому

    What is the 3D design program that you used. Good to see u back, can’t wait to see the other projects!

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  8 місяців тому +1

      I’m also glad I’m back 🫶🏽 the program is sketchup !

    • @kahluaqueen
      @kahluaqueen 8 місяців тому

      @@Akilahreynolds thanks!!! And that back outdoor shower!! Inspiring! 🙌🏾👌🏾

  • @MsFarmer567
    @MsFarmer567 Рік тому

    What computer graphic program did you use for a blueprint/ drawings ???

  • @luvinsweetlife
    @luvinsweetlife Рік тому

    Her accent reminds me of all Brazilian-speaking English are all the same accent 😅🤭 (no matter which race or origin we are) and a beautiful yard miss my hometown, Brasil.

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      It’s my french accent from Montreal ☺️❤️

  • @xiomiminer
    @xiomiminer Рік тому +1

    How did you do the tile floor ,you broke the tiles,?

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      Yes 🙌🏽 I’m working on the part 2 of my backyard makeover series and it’s going to be the step by step of the floor 🙂

  • @sheylaalers4168
    @sheylaalers4168 Рік тому

    Love it!!!! Are you Puerto Rican?

  • @christinaspeirs2494
    @christinaspeirs2494 Рік тому +1

    Looks good but would have been safer to stagger the bricks instead of stacking them.

  • @dean3583
    @dean3583 Рік тому

    Where did you get the white stepping stones? Thanks.

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      From Landmark nursery in Barbados 🇧🇧🤗

    • @dean3583
      @dean3583 Рік тому

      @@Akilahreynolds Thanks! I'm in Canada. There are only black or two shades of grey.

  • @Sublime_37
    @Sublime_37 Рік тому

    Hey, what software did you use to plan out your backyard? Nice job. 💯

  • @pearlsaremybestfriend
    @pearlsaremybestfriend Рік тому

    it would be great if she has gravel glue to spray to keep at the pebbles in place.

  • @eileenwatt8283
    @eileenwatt8283 Рік тому

    Where is the drainage if it rains heavy? I think you need a drainage

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      There’s two traps on the floors that all the water goes in 🙂

  • @afafnithmaathatap306
    @afafnithmaathatap306 Рік тому

    I just found you.🇧🇧

  • @ceceespejo5164
    @ceceespejo5164 Рік тому

    I can see she is the constructor 😅 great job, si se puede women

  • @chrissyj7634
    @chrissyj7634 Рік тому

    @ 2:52, what app or program did u use for your plans?

  • @KC-sm6od
    @KC-sm6od Рік тому

    How much was the total of the block u used for the concrete sofa

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      In total for the couch and the outdoor kitchen I’ve used :
      - 175 8in blocks
      - 85 6in blocks
      - 65 4in blocks

    • @xiomiminer
      @xiomiminer Рік тому

      Wow. Plus the cement it's a lot of money but well worth it ,now the Cushing's .

  • @KC-sm6od
    @KC-sm6od Рік тому

    Great project, name
    Of the
    App thanks

  • @angelael5991
    @angelael5991 Рік тому

    Where are you from?

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      I’m from Montreal 😇 but I’m half canadian half bajan

  • @rachelhendrickson7555
    @rachelhendrickson7555 Рік тому

    Why is this vid super blurry?

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому +1

      Check your resolution settings. It’s supposed to be sharp!

  • @ceceespejo5164
    @ceceespejo5164 Рік тому

    Are you going to build a pool?

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      No 😌 we have the chance to live 5 minutes walk from the beach 🏝️

  • @genilphillips5336
    @genilphillips5336 Рік тому +1

    Is your accent French?

  • @TubeTorte
    @TubeTorte Рік тому

    Off topic, but I think your dog is eating stones!

  • @good_man4083
    @good_man4083 Рік тому

    Only good for shot times after a few years this project become Craps

    • @Akilahreynolds
      @Akilahreynolds  Рік тому

      It was my first experience and sure I don’t think it’s going to look as great as the reveal in 5 years. If you have ideas or tricks to help for the maintenance I’m really open to suggestions 😊

  • @AKIYIAKELLY
    @AKIYIAKELLY 11 місяців тому

    🎉

  • @AKIYIAKELLY
    @AKIYIAKELLY 11 місяців тому

    🎉