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Here are some ways you can use outdoor furniture, accessories, and a little imagination to repurpose your outdoor space for the summer.
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Enliven Outdoor Spaces with Rugs and Pillows
Gorgeous furniture designs are taking indoor sophistication and comfort outside, making your backyard an extension of your interior style. But why stop there? Adding several area rugs and throw pillows elevate your outdoor level of comfort even more. Here’s how:
Define your space with vibrant area rugs.
If your outdoor deck, patio or lanai is large and undefined, you may need to set some boundaries. Rugs create visual borders that break up large areas and make it easier to determine furniture placement.
Add a little color– or a lot of – for visual impact.
Just as you would an interior room, design your outdoor living space with a theme and color scheme in mind. Here are a few options:
Patterns Pop – The geometric design of this rug stands out beautifully against the neutral tone of the sectional. Changing out the rug and throw pillows results in a completely different look.
Neutral’s Nice – Slate gray and other earth tones are universally appealing and always in vogue.
Color Counts – Bright colors liven up any area. Pair several hues together for a lively look that’s anything but boring.
Increase your comfort level with an outdoor rug or two.
Warm weather begs for bare toes, but concrete, tile, and hardwood decks can get scorching hot in the dog days of summer. Soft rugs underfoot offer respite from the heat, while strategically placed comfy cushions create much-welcomed back support.
Relax. Nuvella® fabric and outdoor rugs are long lasting & easy care.
While outdoor furniture is loaded with indoor style elements, it’s still…well…outdoors. Choose pillows covered in weather-resistant fabric such as Nuvella, a high-performing, durable fabric. This all weather fabric repels moisture and stains, and, with proper care, will continue to look bright season after season. Ensure that area rugs are indoor/outdoor, and read care instructions to prevent formation of mold and mildew.
All eyes are on outdoor furniture, and it’s no wonder why. Exquisite style merges seamlessly with all-weather materials for furniture you’ll love relaxing in throughout the changing seasons. However, just as you would with interior spaces, give careful consideration to furniture placement. Read on for a few tips on how to arrange outdoor furniture to best suit your landscape and lifestyle.
THE EYES HAVE IT
Your eye is naturally drawn to a focal point when you enter a room, even if that room is outside. The focal point could be a fireplace, a paved veranda, or a pool. If your outdoor area doesn’t have a natural focal point, you can create one with furniture. A sectional is a great place to start as it’s substantial enough to draw attention.
TIP: Measure your space before purchasing to avoid overcrowding.
MIND THE TOES
Similar to decorating inside, keep in mind the traffic flow. Consider how guests enter and exit your outdoor living space and place furniture accordingly. Try to position furniture so the heavy traffic areas are behind or to the side of the main seating area to prevent foot traffic in front of you or guests.
TIP: Use an outdoor area rug to define your space and provide comfort underfoot.
DIVIDE AND CONQUER
If your outdoor area is large, consider multi-purpose zones. You might have a sectional seating group in one zone, a poolside bar in another, and a dining table and chairs in the next. To increase eye appeal, coordinate the zones by keeping color and/or furniture styles consistent, so it doesn’t look like a mish mash. Even if styles are different, just adding color coordinated cushions and outdoor rugs can help bring it all together.
TIP: If you’re a grill master, make sure the cooking equipment is away from the main seating area to avoid enveloping your guests in smoke.
LESS IS MORE
Even in the great outdoors, you can feel cramped and crowded if there’s too much furniture. In tight spaces, think about ditching the large dining table and opt for a smaller seating group. You might enjoy a fire table with deeply cushioned lounge chairs for comfortable, casual entertaining. Even better, choose a fire table with enough space for drinks and nibbles.
TIP: Furnishings that can pull double duty are ideal for smaller spaces. Ottomans or tables with storage space can help keep the area tidy.
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