How to integrate Trendy furniture to your terrace

[Photo via Home Trotter]

by: Josette Buisson

Decor column - published on Sunday, May 20, 2012

It's the season to aim your home style radar outside and be inspired by everything new and trendy in order to bolster the harmony of your overall decor. Take a peek at these fresh and unique outdoor layouts, and then pick and choose from your favorite looks to adapt them to your own exterior living space.

Here are three new and unique designs: see how you can adapt your decor with these new trends to rejuvenate the outdoor of your home.

1. Fun in the sun

Admire this beautiful palette inspired by a vibrant shade of aqua blue. Just add a bright raspberry, melon or lemon yellow to create a vibrant contrast, and combine with a pure white to make the overall look feel light and effortless.


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[Photo via Ciao Bella Shop]

[Photo via Lebello]

Transparent colours

This season, many contemporary outdoor furniture collections feature transparent components, such as this stunning acrylic design by Alexandra Von Furstenberg. The key to this look is the use of bold colors.

[Photo via Alexandra Von Furstenberg]

[Photo via Pitaya Design]

Weightless

For a style that feels light as air, opt for mesh, tubular steel frames, smooth sculpted shapes and powder-coat finishes.

[Photo via Talentisrl]

Ergonomic

Body-conscious forms are central to progressive outdoor furnishings. Curved loungers and lightweight, woven constructions offer comfort and support. Complete the look with sculpted fibreglass tables. This look is currently very much in vogue at high-end hotels, spas and resorts.

[Photo via Lebello]

Molded shapes

Tired outdoor spaces are transported into the 21st century in a snap with the help of colourful plastic furniture like these stackable, scooped chairs that are made from sculpted polyethylene forms.

[Photo via Box Deco]

Ultra round

Rounded shapes create a highly original outdoor aesthetic. Semi-circular seating and spherical loungers are comfortable and unique, and are made even more inviting when accented with a few plush cushions. Choose some furniture with subtle colours.

[Photo via Lebello]

2. Zen and tranquil

This look works well with an understated palette anchored by pure black and white. Chalky neutrals allude to a classy aesthetic, while teal and sap green energize any setting. A warm, neutral palette is essential for this look.

The gently curved seats and the woven textures create a sophisticated and zen decor. The inviting aesthetic is ensured by to the combination of the pristine shapes, the sleek metal frames and the wood elements.

[Photo via Hamptons]

Textures and dimensions

The large weave elevates minimalist furniture designs to greater heights. Woven leather seats, looped fabric tubes over steel frames, and cage table bases all work well with this look.

[Photo via Benjamin Hubert]

Stark precision

A great way to contemporize outdoor furnishings is by using black, ultra minimalist shapes, and matte finishes. Perfect for an urban oasis!

[Photo via L'école de design]

Stone construction and clean geometry

Stone lends a dramatic presence to outdoor spaces. Stylish concrete seats, clean-cut geometry and monolithic fire pits can all contribute to the overall scene.

[Photo via Laguna Dirt]

3. World views

Nature is the muse for this sun-kissed palette of warm vegetal hues that includes spiced orange to lend warm energy, olive green to hint at organic materials, and coral and robin egg blue to create an eclectic contrast. Reclaimed wood, recycled logs, artisanal weaving techniques, natural and dyed rattan vines, and curved steel frames are ways to update furniture and bring them into this look.

Here, a simple patio is transformed into a private bohemian-style oasis. The canopied cloths lend to the free-spirited attitude, while the large ceramic planters and hand-woven area rugs in earth tones complete the look.

[Photo via Houzz]

Bistro designs have inspired fresh woven patterns for contemporary outdoor seating, such as rattan frames with durable fiber in rhythmic patterns. Streamlined wood designs combined with steel are also effective in creating modern and functional patio spaces.