The Terrace And Outdoor Gardens Menu

With spring and the good weather coming, it's time to make a beautiful outdoor patio and patio decor and enjoy the outdoors. So, with this article we will try to help you organize your outdoor space with some very useful tips. All you need among others are a table, a sofa, lots of decorative cushions, green plants with broad leaves, flowers and light in the form of lanterns, decorative garlands or lanterns. With all these elements, you will be able to create an outdoor terrace or patio decoration and even a small balcony where to spend the evenings under the light of the moon and even have a meal under the stars..

Exterior terrace and patio decoration: choose your layout style according to your interests and the way you like to spend your time

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What are the absolutely mandatory elements for the exterior terrace and patio decoration ?

What are your interests and hobbies? Do you like to sleep, read or organize evenings with family or friends? You should try to adapt your outdoor patio or patio decor to your personal interests in order to make the most of the outdoor space. So, the elements that you will include in the decor of the terrace or patio will depend on your personal tastes and interests. But generally speaking, there are decorative elements that are really musts to create the perfect outdoor decor. Here are some ideas what those elements are:

Having green plants and outdoor flowers is a must when decorating decks and patios during the warm season.

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A little gardening

Your outdoor patio or patio decor could never be perfect without a small green garden. Think hardy outdoor green plants that could endure living on the deck or patio. You can also include aromatic plants such as lavender, mint, rosemary etc. to make your exterior even more pleasant. And don't forget to leave some storage for your garden tools !

Green plants that can live on the terrace or patio:

Outdoor terrace and patio decoration: hydrangeas, box trees, dalias and ferns are among the preferred green plants for outdoor decoration

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Hydrangeas : Hydrangeas are beautiful and catch the sun like no other plant. In winter, they have no flowers, but the shrubs can still provide privacy to the outdoor space..
Boxwood: It is a very decorative shrub. Box trees have small leaves and stay evergreen. The more you prune it, the more they grow.
Dalia : This flower grows in summer and it is really beautiful. The plant needs sunlight, but make sure it is not too hot. Also, keep it very moist and water well..
Ferns: as long as the ferns are not exposed to direct sunlight, they are very hardy plants. They are perfect for a terrace full of life and beautiful.
Jasmine: This plant is a climbing plant so it's great if you have a trellis. Best of all? Its aroma is intoxicating and delicious.

If you like to read outside, then setting up a small reading corner on your terrace and patio is mandatory

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A reading corner

Sitting down or even lying down in the shade while reading a good book is one of the best pleasures of good weather. But you have to choose the furniture for your reading nook very carefully. You have to think carefully if you want to have a sofa, lounge chair or armchair to feel comfortable during your reading moments outside. Also consider choosing colorful and comfortable decorative cushions for a better exterior terrace or patio decor. You may also need a throw blanket on hand for those colder days as well..

When decorating your terrace and patio, try to create a feeling of very cozy comfort by using decorative accessories such as candles and colorful cushions.

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You can also add a few side tables for your little snacks outside or to have extra storage space for your books or your cup of tea. You can then decorate these side tables with vases and candles when not in use to create an even nicer and more romantic atmosphere on your patio or patio.

Concrete patio decoration with wooden pergola

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A rest area

Perhaps the most important thing for the deck and patio in the spring and summer is to make sure you have shade. To do this, you will need a pergola or parasol, depending on how much space you have available in your outdoor space. Another great afternoon pleasure in spring and summer are naps. And what could be better than taking a nap outside than sitting on a hammock, in the shade, surrounded by soothing green plants and flowers? You can set up a hammock from wall to wall and store it away when not in use.

Modern terrace decorating idea with fireplace

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A corner of socialization

There really is nothing better than making your family and friends look like you around a table on the patio or patio. The terrace and patio in the spring are the perfect places to do this. Decorate the socializing nook with a table and chairs, but consider choosing foldable and functional furniture. This way you could easily put them away when not in use..

Outdoor terrace and patio decoration: layout idea with modern furniture and accessories

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In case you love barbecues, don't think twice! You can barbecue even on a smaller patio by choosing a portable barbecue model. If you organize parties often, then you should also think of a storage cabinet where you can store food, glasses, plates and tablecloths. This way you will have everything you need for your evenings at hand without having to go back and forth from the house to the terrace or patio. Create your own space for your family and friends for relaxation. Put on some music, light some candles and enjoy the good weather outside.

The furniture you choose for the terrace and patio decor will depend on the activities you want to do outside

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Furniture for exterior deco terrace and patio

In addition to the new pieces and furniture that you are going to buy for your deck or patio, you can also think about using recycled furniture. Recycling and reusing an old wooden table is a very good idea for outdoor decor. If you like DIY projects, you can try to breathe new life into old furniture you keep in the cellar or even use wooden pallets to make beautiful and simple DIY objects and furniture..

You can very well recycle your old wooden furniture and reuse them for terrace and patio decoration

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Colors

In case you want to create an outdoor patio and patio decor with a warm and exotic atmosphere, you should focus on warm colors like yellow, beige, brown undertones, red and orange. It is always better to use neutral colors which are quite close to the interior decoration of your house or apartment. Opt for a monochromatic decoration to make the exterior decoration more chic and elegant.

For the terrace and patio decoration in spring and summer, opt for light and light colors or neutral colors that go well with the interior decoration of your home

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Green plants and flowers as decoration

As we have already said, the green corner is essential for decorating the terrace or patio in spring and summer. Green plants and flowers will allow you to create shade and will make the decor of the space more welcoming. You clearly should not miss even the colorful seedlings and herbs, able to create, with their scent, an even more relaxing atmosphere..

Modern terrace decoration with table and chairs and concrete design fireplace

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The importance of light outside

Light is also essential for outdoor patio and patio decor, since the soft light creates a certain atmosphere in the evening. You should try to better arrange the chosen lights and perhaps orient them towards the ground to avoid accidents in the evening. A good idea is also to illuminate the outdoor space with solar sources and especially solar lights that do not have cables but can be recharged with the energy of the sun. If you want an even more romantic atmosphere, you can use outdoor candles to create a magical atmosphere on warm spring and summer evenings. Then say 'yes' to the candles, lanterns and fairy lights that enrich and brighten your exterior. The retro style is still a plus for the most romantic souls.

It is very important that you feel very good being outside, so opt for comfortable furniture

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Use your creativity

Creativity and imagination are the ingredients you need most to create the perfect outdoor patio and patio decor for spring and summer. If you are not on a big budget, you can think of cheaper solutions that have a big impact on the design and the aesthetic side of the terrace or patio. An old ladder, for example, can be fixed to the wall and transformed into a suitable planter for all types of plants. So you can even create a creative green wall. The old wicker basket, old containers and all the old items can be made into new decorations for your deck or patio. With a little imagination, you can create real pieces of art to embellish the seasonal decoration of your outdoor space.

Now here are plenty of images with ideas for patio and patio decor that will help and inspire you to create the outdoor space of your dreams for spring and summer: