Backyard bliss | Styling tips for outdoor living

·         Make optimal use of your space by positioning your furniture for views, functionality, and comfort.

·         Create zones for cooking, dining, relaxing, or playing.

·         Keep your outdoor style cohesive with your interior scheme to create a seamless flow.

·         Or change things up by adding vibrant colour and pattern through your textiles (seating, cushions, throws, brollies) bringing a sense of the Tropics, Palm Springs or Greek Islands home.

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·         The adage ‘you get what you pay for’ rings especially true for outdoor items.

·         Supporting local manufacturers has positive ethical and ecological impacts, and how good does it feel to know your purchase is helping your local community remain economically sustainable?

·         Invest wisely in high performance textiles and frames, chose authentic designs that are made to last.

·         Prepare for all seasons. We recommend storing these items indoors over the harsh winter months to extend their lifecycle, or pop over protective covers.

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·         If you enjoy outdoor entertaining, provide plenty of areas to relax in so friends and family will want to stay all day.

·         Dedicating functional zones maximises the use of your space. Anchoring a large outdoor rug under the seating areas creates a great lounging vibe.

·         If you’re short on space, use a bar leaner to enjoy an evening cocktail whilst watching the sunset.

·         If you’re in the city or your patio is small, use your vertical space to introduce greenery but maintain a sense of place with edgy, sleek furniture.

·         If you like things tidy and organised add stylish storage hooks for hats, towels, and utensils.

·         The addition of a firepit creates a cozy and stylish zone to decorate and a great talking point. Gas concrete firepits are expertly designed and constructed so you don’t have to worry about the cleanup that a wood burner firepit requires.

·         Poolside, there’s nothing better than loungers and a few blow-up floaties!

·         Heating, cover, shade, and awnings are an investment but worth it, if used often.

·         If you’re after some colour, outdoor umbrellas are a great way to introduce pattern and design as well as much needed protection. Style them with your cushions/upholstered items and outdoor rugs for cohesion.

·         An all-white patio keeps the area cooler on hot days, so carefully consider your substrates and use of colour.

·         A canopied daybed is great for casual lounging, not to mention it adds intrigue to the lawn.

·         An outdoor bar for more stylish entertaining outdoors. Choose an eye-catching tile design and hang string lights for a romantic, summer vibe.

·         Outdoor shower – even if you don’t have a pool, they are fantastic for giving the dog a wash or yourself a quick rinse off.

·         Sling chairs and hammocks – what better way to spend a summer day than reading?

·         Must have music – whether it be a portable speaker or wired sound system, you can’t entertain without music!

·         Lighting – add lights amongst vegetation to highlight paths and walkways. Lighting is the quickest way to set the scene.

·         High hedges are ideal around a pool or spa, adding both privacy and drama.

·         Oversized ceramic or concrete planters are perfect for tropical plants or citrus. Offering a sense of the Tropics and providing you with an abundance of produce.

·         Keep vertical herb gardens in easy reach for the BBQ or bar.

·         Kid zones can be fun and colourful. Add outdoor beanbags in easy to clean fabrics along with plenty of things for them to do – such as climbing walls, croquet sets, badminton nets, depending on space.

·         For the real littlies, have a small table and chairs set up beside the adults or pop up a child size tepee for a touch of whimsy.

With these tips we guarantee you’ll roll into summer ready to enjoy your outdoor space. Explore our entire range of outdoor textiles and embrace life alfresco!