Spring is in the air which means one thing – alfresco evenings are upon us!
To make sure we’re all ready for those hazy summer nights, here’s how to ensure your outdoor space is as beautiful as indoors:
- Incorporate the comfort of indoors, outside
Did you realise that nearly everything you have inside has been made in some way for outside too?
Consider adding an outdoor lounge set to help create comfort and a seamless look. If you want to go even further, add an outdoor rug to act as the foundation for your furniture layout – the rug should be large enough to allow all of the front legs of the furniture to land on the rug. Next, add a curation of outdoor pillows to bring an extra measure of cosiness. Follow the same principles as you would when styling an indoor sofa – consider size, colour and texture.
- Create a beautiful tablespace
Making outdoor dining doesn’t have to be complicated to be beautiful and considered. Style your table with printed table linen and build up with woven placements and outdoor plates. Incorporate glassware and candles and consider taking it one step further with functional décor details such as vases, greenery and trays.
- Add more greenery
We know what you’re thinking – you’re already surrounded by the greenery outside. And whilst true, adding extra pops of greenery really elevates your outdoor space and alfresco moments.
Consider arranging small vases along your tabletop or a large floral feature in the middle to centre your tablespace. Pull your planters and potted plants around side tables, seating areas and garden paths. Harness what you have to curate a beautiful alfresco experience.
- Get creative with lighting
Lighting really does set the mood so don’t just rely on porch lighting to keep your alfresco space illuminated. Consider adding stick lights along the paths or hang string lights overhead. Plant stakes with lanterns around your table or seating area and flank tabletops with candles.
