When designing the ideal outdoor furniture setting, both durability and style should be taken into account. A loveseat and two lounge chairs arranged around a coffee table make an effective set-up that works in any backyard.
If you are shopping for upholstered furniture, ensure it features quick-dry foam to avoid having wet cushions that could stay damp for days after a rainstorm.
Colors and Patterns
Color plays a pivotal role in selecting outdoor furniture for your backyard. You don’t want furniture that blends in too seamlessly or clashes with the exterior paint scheme of your home, which requires careful consideration when choosing shades for sofas, chairs and side tables.
Light colors such as whites, beiges and grays make an excellent choice for outdoor furniture as they emphasize the surrounding greenery and reflect sunlight instead of absorbing it, helping chairs and lounges remain cooler during those hot summer days.
Dark colors can easily overtake a garden and seating area, especially black or dark brown hues that absorb heat like black marble does and turn your sofa into an oven. Therefore, it is often wiser to avoid choosing these shades even in mild climates for outdoor furniture.
If you prefer neutral upholstery colors, try choosing ones that complement the hues of your greenery, such as spa blues or lilacs. This will create a sense of harmony and an organic link between your garden and patio while making sure not to clash with its foliage.
Bright colors, eye-catching patterns and luxurious textures can add a striking element of personality to your outdoor living space. For instance, pairing blue or green outdoor sofas with pillows in different tones for a truly individual aesthetic.
Whatever look you desire, finding durable outdoor furniture that can withstand the elements and regular use is of the utmost importance. Materials like aluminum, wrought iron and stainless steel make for great choices as they don’t rust or corrode; or opt for woods like teak and oak as these classic timbers add natural beauty while standing the test of time. Durable materials such as these can even be customized into custom designs tailored specifically for you!
The Aesthetic
Outdoor furniture design can not only serve a functional purpose; it can also add aesthetic value to the backyard or front yard. Colorful furnishings provide visual contrast against natural settings or urban settings and help define their areas more clearly by drawing your eyes away from any unsightly features like an unsightly pool fence or neighbor’s overgrown yard, creating an oasis-like feeling in either place.
There is an array of styles and types of outdoor furniture, each designed for specific functions or personal taste. Lounge chairs and sofas for relaxing are popular options, while dining sets make al fresco meals even easier, hammocks provide leisurely swinging, as well as numerous accent pieces and accessories to choose from. Your options will ultimately depend on available space, budget constraints and desired style preferences.
Even the finest outdoor furniture can appear boring and unappealing when left to stand alone without proper styling or layering with other elements. A plain wooden sofa, for instance, can look much more inviting with pillows or throws added; plants, lanterns and vases can add depth and texture to the space as well.
Outdoor gardens provide an idyllic setting for relaxation and entertainment alike, making the right garden furniture essential in accommodating guests at barbecues or dinner parties. Weather-resistant dining and lounging furniture is best as it will hold up well no matter whether the heat of summer hits hard or temperatures dip during fall temperatures.
Kmart offers the Bohoban 9 Piece Outdoor Setting as an economical and stylish outdoor furniture set that includes two loveseats, four dining chairs and two side tables at an economical $898 cost. If you prefer more traditional furnishings then Block Shop’s Milano Outdoor Setting may also be suitable; featuring attractive blue and orange timber pieces.
The Layout
No matter whether it’s for an intimate dining area or spacious outdoor living room, carefully planning your furniture layout can help achieve both form and function of the space you desire. A few basic rules should always be kept in mind, such as making sure furniture doesn’t obscure an important focal point such as views or fireplaces; and avoid overstuffing smaller patios which could prove uncomfortable or uninviting.
Start by measuring the outdoor living space to determine how much room there is for furniture placement. Next, use painter’s tape or kraft paper cut to size of each new furniture piece to plan out where your set should fit within the yard, taking into account dimensions like walls, fences, sheds or pools as well as length of yard patio balcony space.
When it comes to finding seating arrangements that provide adequate space for family, friends, and guests, there are certain tried-and-true furniture layouts which will accommodate everyone comfortably. A sofa paired with two chairs and a coffee table offers enough seating for conversations, board games, as well as relaxing reads or stargazing sessions.
If you are hosting larger crowds, a modular furniture set could make an L-shaped arrangement which can then be expanded into a U-shape configuration. This layout works particularly well on large patios; alternatively, wedge it into any corner to open up space and double your seating capacity.
The Materials
Your outdoor furniture’s material plays an essential role in its functionality and durability, so select materials that can withstand the weather elements in your location or lifestyle.
Wood flooring is a classic option that adds timeless appeal, yet requires frequent upkeep due to its heavyweight nature and frequent rainstorms and high humidity levels. Special care must be taken in these instances.
Metal and concrete outdoor furniture are both highly popular choices for outdoor seating, offering durability with styles to fit a range of design aesthetics. Our Bridgehampton collection of outdoor sectionals, sofas and tables made of weather-resistant aluminum is powder-coated with powder finish for UV ray protection as well as protection from water. Concrete furniture adds modern allure and can even include pieces such as our Lucca coffee table which boasts hand applied matte finishes as well as weather resistance as well as scratch resistance with antirust properties – great additions!
Comfort should also be a top consideration when selecting outdoor furniture. Metal chairs and sofas may become too hot in direct sunlight, so consider providing additional seating with pillows or seat cushions. Woven pieces like those found in our AERIN East Hampton collection add casual charm that makes your backyard an inviting space.
Synthetic materials make an excellent selection for outdoor furniture. Their moldable properties allow them to fit a wide variety of designs, while the range of colors makes cleaning simple and maintenance effortless. However, prolonged sunlight exposure may cause their colors to fade over time; we advise using premium furniture covers to protect their vibrant hues.
Your outdoor furniture choice has an effect on its strength, cost and longevity. Metals such as aluminum and wrought iron are popular choices that are lightweight yet highly durable – plus galvanized steel can help prevent rusting! When selecting metal furniture pieces to use as frames for an outdoor furniture setting.