Summer is all about long days in the sun, barbeques, relaxing on the patio, and nights spent around the fire pit. As we look to our backyards for entertainment, homeowners are taking their patio design to an entirely new level.
As patios have become more of an outdoor extension of the home, we are seeing the quality and material of patio furniture evolve and the design ramp up. We are no longer seeing just tables, chairs, and an umbrella. We’ve added lights, décor, textiles, high-end chairs, rugs, and much more to the overall design.
Lighting plays a big role in the aesthetic of a patio. We love the look of lights strung across the area of your patio or deck, as it can truly transform your space, especially in the evening. Make sure that you use heavy-duty lights so that they hold up to bad weather. You could also add table lamps as well.
This brings us to patio tables. Whether an outdoor dining table or end tables, we are seeing patio furniture, including seating, resemble your indoor furniture. Fabric is more durable, and the design of furniture is no longer plain and simple. Materials include wicker, teak, steel, aluminum, and also cast iron. Feel free to even mix and match your materials!
We are seeing an abundance of patterns and textures used in seat cushions, rugs, and umbrellas. This is an easy way to really bring life and energy to your patio area.
And lastly, we love how a fire pit can tie the space together as the finishing touch and also the focal point. It can be a fire bowl, table, column, or even a heater. Include one of these if you don’t want a beautiful summer evening to end.
How are you planning to transform your patio this summer?
