How to create a beautiful outdoor seating area
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Now that the summer months are on the horizon, you may be keen to enhance your outdoor seating area.
Whether it’s for family BBQs, dining al fresco with friends or lounging in the sunshine with a good book, there are plenty of ways you can create an inviting patio space.
Here, we look at several effective methods that will make you more excited than ever to get in the garden!
Choose ambient lighting
Lighting is a key factor in interior design projects, and it’s no different for your outdoor space.
Ambient lighting has the power to set the tone and mood of the entire garden, so it’s important to consider what will work best for you and your sitting area. For example, you could drape outdoor festoon lights along your fence, install fairy lights on a brick wall, or sit large lanterns on the edge of your patio. You could also invest in waterproof outdoor candles that mimic the flicker of a real flame for the ultimate ambience.
Pick the right furniture
Next, consider the type of furniture that best suits your requirements. If you’ll be inviting the extended family around for regular BBQs, you’ll likely need a large dining table with plenty of seating. If you’re a couple and planning romantic dinners al fresco, then a small bistro set may be perfect. Or, if you want to relax with a good book in the sunshine, a rattan sofa with padded cushions may be ideal.
The key here is to carefully consider your needs to find what works best for you. You should also think about the size and shape of your patio as this will dictate the type of furniture that will suit the space.
Install a firepit
Want to create a cosy and inviting atmosphere? Then why not install a firepit in the centre of your seating space? It will act as a focal point, creating a warm glow that will entice you outdoors no matter what the weather! There are plenty of options to consider, including stand-alone fire bowls, chimeneas and fire pits with optional grills perfect for summer BBQs.
When choosing a fire pit, it’s important to consider the size of your space. Avoid buying anything too big as it will overpower the area.
Create an outdoor kitchen
If you don’t like the idea of going in and out of your kitchen while entertaining in the garden, consider installing an outdoor kitchen area. While this may sound like a big project, you can make it as little or as large as you like.
It could include a pizza oven, a built-in BBQ, a sink, and a work surface for food prep. Depending on the size you choose, you could also get an outdoor fridge – which is perfect for chilling drinks during the summer! If this is fitted against a wall or fence, floating shelves could be installed for storage as well as an overhead canopy for shelter.
Then, you could arrange seating around the outdoor kitchen so that you can chat with friends and family while you prepare food and drinks. There are plenty of ways to create a beautiful outdoor seating area, from using ambient lighting to choosing the right furniture. How will you enhance your patio space in preparation for summer?
