Enhance your backyard living with modern outdoor patio furniture from stylish cafe sets to spacious dining tables – create the ideal seating arrangement for both entertaining and relaxing in style!
As part of your calming retreat, explore lounge pieces like comfortable chaise lounges to soak up the sun with your favorite tropical cocktail in hand. Or create an inviting space for quiet discussion or reading with modular outdoor lounge chairs for creating cozy nooks.
Dining Sets
No matter if it’s cocktails and dinner with friends or taking in the morning sun with coffee in hand, outdoor patio furniture allows you to appreciate everything that makes life outdoors great. Create an ideal space for relaxing or dining outdoors by choosing simple wooden chairs and low coffee tables; or opt for an elegant rattan set with chic gray hues and distinct slats for something upscale and unique.
Bistro sets make an adorable statement both indoors and outdoors, perfect for intimate backyard gatherings as well as smaller spaces where space is tighter. Bistro tables and chairs make for great alternatives to sofas and coffee tables in smaller living rooms. For something a bit more formal, an outdoor bar table might make the perfect conversation piece that also offers seating when not being used to serve drinks!
Create an inviting relaxation area with a sectional sofa, providing plenty of seating and an inviting spot to gather with family and friends. Select a sofa with matching loveseats or add a chaise lounge for extra comfort when the temperature rises. A sectional is an especially effective choice for smaller patios as it maximizes square footage without feeling cramped.
Be bold when designing your patio with sunken seating areas for an eye-catching seating arrangement. This strategy works best in sloped backyards, although you could also sink patio chairs into decks with flat surfaces to create this unique and intimate nook that’s great for watching sunsets with someone special or cuddling under the stars.
Just as area rugs help divide different living areas in your home, this same strategy can also be utilized when designing your patio. A decorative rug will add visual interest and help tie together the color scheme of outdoor furnishings – and with so many indoor/outdoor rug options available there’s sure to be one that matches up perfectly with your furniture palette!
Lounge Chairs
Lounge chairs provide the ideal way to unwind on any outdoor seating area, such as your deck, poolside or patio. Available in an array of styles and sizes to meet the needs of any seating arrangement – featuring footrests and built-in armrests for increased comfort. If you want something even more relaxing with recline capabilities try an outdoor chaise lounge chair; typically longer than other regular chairs and featuring an adjustable footrest which can be adjusted in various angles to meet individual preferences.
If your space can accommodate several chairs, try sectional patio furniture to craft your ideal seating arrangement. With modular sections that can be moved around to fit your needs and rearrange the look of your patio with ease, sectional pieces from Pottery Barn offer endless seating combinations; choose from outdoor sofas, loveseats and more spacious loveseats for additional options.
Consider when purchasing lounge chairs that they will spend considerable time outdoors, enduring weather damage. They should be regularly wiped down with a damp cloth to remove dirt and grime, with waterproof protective coating reapplied as needed to the material used (wicker is a popular choice as its fibers can easily be rewoven to resist moisture; metal lounge chairs may require repainting/respraying as they become exposed).
Addition of stylish lounge chairs can transform your patio into an extension of your living room, giving it more of an indulging atmosphere when the mood strikes. Use them to create multiple seating areas around your patio or a centralized lounge space you can use for entertaining guests. For added seating needs look for sets which come equipped with side tables that offer additional beverage and snack storage capabilities.
Sofas & Loveseats
A sofa or loveseat provides comfortable seating for two, making it an ideal centerpiece of a patio. Select one that complements the other chairs in your space for a cohesive aesthetic, or mix and match lounge furniture ideas to achieve an eclectic aesthetic. Outdoor cushions and pillows add lively pops of color while an coordinating outdoor rug grounds it all in warmth and color.
Combine low tables for drinks and snacks with an umbrella table to create a relaxing nook where you can enjoy an evening beverage or meal al fresco with friends. Both provide protection from the sun so you can stay out in your garden until well into the night.
An inviting seating area for one to three people can be created using a simple wooden patio table. If you need additional seats, add a small bistro set or choose an inviting rattan settee that seats six.
If your patio offers stunning scenery, why not highlight it by placing lounge chairs that face it to make the most of the view? Or make your fireplace or fire pit the focal point by gathering four to six chairs around it as an outdoor room centerpiece?
A gazebo is another effective means of protecting patio furniture from the elements, while providing it with structure and formality to add dimension. A gazebo gives any garden more structure and formality compared with more casual options available from patio furniture sets.
For an authentic Mediterranean look in your patio, choose plush outdoor furniture in neutral tones with subdued color schemes that blends well with indoor Mediterranean living spaces. Light cushions made of fabrics suitable to handle summer heat are essential, along with potted plants for natural ambience and decorative pieces such as metal candleholders, plates, garden plaques or statues to further accentuate its style.
Pergola Sets
Add a pergola to your patio for a sophisticated outdoor seating space that’s ideal for dining, entertaining and relaxation. These open roof structures come in all sorts of designs from classic four-column structures to more intricate six-column structures and can even add shade and elegance to a swing set or freestanding deck in the yard.
For an easy, low maintenance structure that offers shade, consider investing in a vinyl pergola kit. Made of long-wearing weather-resistant vinyl and featuring aluminum inserts for strength, these kits require little upkeep or cleaning after being assembled.
Backyard Discovery’s wood pergola kits feature the natural beauty of cedar wood that resists mildew growth, featuring pre-stained planks with scalloped ends and notched intersections to resist warping as well as scalloped ends with notched intersections to resist warping, giving your pergola an aged appearance sure to complement any backyard setting. Plus, these versatile structures can incorporate lighting fixtures or climbing plants for additional enhancements!
Pergolas’ trellis design makes them perfect for hanging flower baskets and plants from, creating an inviting outdoor setting while simultaneously protecting furniture from pests. You could even install a bird feeder nearby to attract an abundance of colorful wildlife!
No matter how often or briefly you use your outdoor patio furniture, it is advisable to occasionally rearrange it to prevent items from becoming overcrowded or disorganized. Revamping your setup can add an exciting new element and allow you to fully appreciate its benefits.
Once you’ve curated the perfect outdoor furniture, it’s time to arrange it. A good way to plan out your arrangement is to sketch a rough sketch so that you have an idea of where all of the pieces fit and should go. When it comes to dining tables, generally adding three feet on either side is recommended for optimal functionality.
