The Home Edit: Curating Your Space for Outdoor Living & Entertaining
Creating an inviting outdoor space can be tricky! Our guide helps you curate a space with style and comfort, to help make the most of your home's design strengths.
Often, our home is our sanctuary, but we can all be guilty of putting more love and care into the inside that the outside. With outdoor spaces often doing double-duty as an extra 'room' of the house, we believe that the same level of thought needs to be given to your outdoor spaces, especially when it comes to outdoor dining and entertaining. It’s about creating a seamless flow from the inside out, investing in a cohesive setup that prepares your home for seasonal gatherings, relaxed Friday night barbeques or effortless relaxation with a glass of wine in the garden.
For the design-savvy entertainer, this isn't just about moving the dining table outside; it's about being thoughtful and curating your outdoor living space. It doesn't matter if your renting or own your own space, some considered touches are often all it takes to level up your alfresco experience.
Here’s some tips to editing your outdoor space with style and comfort.
Start with the anchor
A striking outdoor patio umbrella does more than offer shade; it defines an outdoor room. It’s the ceiling, the architectural element that creates an immediate sense of occasion and anchors the entire space. Whether it's the elegant silhouette of a classic patio umbrella or a statement-making colour and shape, this is the foundational piece.
Things to consider:
- How often you'll want to move the umbrella around (do you want a base on wheels?),
- How big is your table (do you need one big umbrella, or two smaller ones), and
- Are there are any site lines or elements that may restrict it from opening, such as a pool fence or tree.
Introduce a design icon
Good seating is essential for a comfortable dining experience, and there is nothing more timeless than a classic Director's Chair. It’s a design icon for a reason, blending function and form with effortless grace. Introducing a pair (or three!) of these is adding a piece of enduring style. They’re the perfect 'perch' chairs: easy to move, comfortable, and instantly stylish, ready for a morning coffee or an evening chat.
Did you know: the slings are made from outdoor fabric, are easily wiped clean and can be thrown in the wash!
Dress the table
A beautiful tablecloth is the foundation for any memorable outdoor dining experience. It's the element that instantly signals an 'occasion,' elevating a simple meal into a true gathering. This is your opportunity to add a layer of sophisticated softness, colour, or pattern, tying your whole tablescape together. It’s a simple touch that makes the space feel instantly more considered and inviting.
Did you know: our tablecloths are all machine washable!
Layer the Luxury & Personality
Next, layer in the comfort and personality. Outdoor cushions are the easiest (and most cost effective) way to add a designer touch, inject colour, and create a truly "lived-in" look. Think of them as the 'scatter' for the deck or patio, and an easy way to refresh a tired space.
Food for thought: If the cushions will be outside, look for fade proof fabric that can be easily cleaned. We love anything machine washable (these are!)
Invite Pure Relaxation
Finally, invite pure, unadulterated relaxation. Our outdoor beanbags are the epitome of casual luxury. Perfect for lounging by the pool, reading a book on the lawn, or creating an informal seating zone for entertaining, they are the ultimate expression of a relaxed outdoor life. They’re durable, stylish, and signal that this is a space not just for looking, but for living.
PS. They're also teenager proof, and make great seats for outdoor movies!
Invest in Quality
Selecting durable and well-designed pieces made for outdoors is key, and not all outdoor furniture is created equal. We use only 100% outdoor acrylic fabric on our patio umbrellas and outdoor furniture, which is the 'gold standard' when it comes to fade resistance and durability. To learn about our fabrics and materials, head to our resources page.
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