With summer upon us, more time is spent entertaining friends and family outdoors on the patio than inside on the couch with a movie. With the shift to more time outdoors, the look and feel of patios has greatly changed. Once decorated with wrought iron furniture on concrete flooring, patio décor has moved to a more natural look and feel. Patios have become a place to relax and unwind, so it’s only natural that we see a shift to more plush and inviting couches and patterned tile and rugs.
One of the biggest changes that patios are seeing is that the focus is on making a smooth transition between inside your home and your outdoor area. By extending indoor elements to your patio, you can make your patio feel like a second living room or family room. This seamless transition is made possible with the use of couches, rugs, throw pillows, and coffee tables. Even more so, outdoor furniture is now designed to look and feel like it belongs in your living room.
Lively patterns and colors are hot this summer for patio décor. Whether it is pillows, rugs, or seat cushions, you will notice pinks, oranges, and blues are the most sought after colors to incorporate.
Whether you build your own or purchase one yourself, fire pits are increasingly popular on patios. A fire pit is the perfect way to transition from late afternoon to evening with your friends and family, and there is just something about the ambiance that a fire pit brings to the area.
What is your favorite patio trend this summer?
