How can I make my backyard more fun, attractive and relaxing? Pictures inside!

Question

We would like to keep it as cheap and as eco-friendly as possible.

I also have an average sized dog, and would like it to be safe for animals and keep it dog-friendly.

Also fun for an 11 year old girl and an 21 year old boy and for friends and family.

Pictures:

http://img162.imageshack.us/my.php?image=june2008099os1.jpg

http://img387.imageshack.us/my.php?image=june2008098ib2.jpg

Thanks

Answer 1

Try planting a series of beautiful flowers and such, and add in a nice trampoline.

You can also put in a really pretty deck table and chairs, with a large bright umbrella.