Outdoor: the must-haves to create a real open-air living room!

Nature is in bloom and heralds the return of warm spring days! On the streets, the outdoor areas and verandas of bars and restaurants welcome the first guests in the open air. In homes, gardens, terraces and balconies are ready to become a privileged place to spend your free time between relaxing breaks and pleasant moments in company. The outside becomes a real room in the middle of the greenery , capable of transforming itself to host your favorite activities. A targeted and reasoned layout allows you to satisfy the most varied needs . The advice is to opt for elements that are not only aesthetically appealing and trendy , but also long-lasting . For this reason it is important to pay attention to the quality and resistance of the materials . If you are undecided on how to organize your outdoor spaces, scroll through the list and get inspired by the ideas and suggestions to make your outdoor unique and functional .

Below are the must-haves for furnishing gardens, terraces and balconies with originality and functionality !

1. Living area

Summer is synonymous with barbecues and grills with friends , or romantic dinners under the stars . A sturdy and functional table is essential for spending enchanting moments in the company of loved ones and good food. There are many sizes and models available. A beautiful round table can easily find space even on a small balcony and transform it into a place for relaxing coffee breaks or romantic toasts in the moonlight. The trick is to make choices in line with the style used for indoor use. Nardi offers models with clean and linear shapes for an unmistakable and elegant style and neutral shades such as the Rio Alu Extensible 210/280 table (bottom left - 1,622.60 euros).

2. Relaxation area

The desire for a holiday is making itself felt and there is nothing better than getting a full dose of relaxation ! Creating an area dedicated to silent reading or pleasant chats in company is ideal for spending your moments of pause from the frenetic life. Even for armchairs Nardi shows items with sinuous and enveloping shapes , but attentive to a refined aesthetic . The Folio armchair (bottom right - 172.69 euros) and the Komodo armchair (bottom left - 508.80 euros) have clean lines and are characterized by resistant and easy to clean materials . They are available in various colors and can be combined with soft cushions in pastel shades to create combinations that adapt to any type of environment . Those looking for a contemporary design that revisits classic shapes cannot fail to be fascinated by the Poltrona Atene Armchair by Plust (top right - 334.89 euros). The legs of this original armchair recall neoclassical colonnades that embrace soft seats completed by enveloping cushions.

3. Designer umbrella

Especially during the hottest hours, it is important to create shaded areas, under which to enjoy tasty lunches or rest sheltered from the sun. For this reason, the umbrella cannot be missing, which with its generous dimensions becomes a highly visible protagonist of our outdoor spaces . It therefore becomes important to be able to combine functionality and aesthetics and have a resistant product with studied shapes . Scolaro offers products with a clean and linear design , well -accessorized and of different sizes and colors . All beautiful, there are models with an off-center pole such as the Napoli (top - 1,306.62 euros), or telescopic ones with a central pole such as the Palladio (bottom - 966.24 euros).

4. Green

Leaving the house also means seeking contact with nature . Whether it's a garden, a terrace or a balcony, the important thing is to surround yourself with greenery! Flowers and plants fit into the decor and create a joyful atmosphere with their colours and scents. Using designer vases adds a refined and original touch to the garden, enhancing the plant elements. There are many shapes and sizes to be found. For those who love the elegance of traditional shapes , but without giving up a contemporary touch, Serralunga offers the Ming High Vase (on the right - 671.98 euros). For those who love playing with shapes and are looking for an object with a strong personality, there is the Cactus Vase by Plust (top left - 543.51 euros) which is striking for its 60s references and bright colours .



Depending on the space and needs, it is possible to organize the exterior by creating environments dedicated to relaxation and moments spent in company. The versatility and ease of movement of the furnishings makes it easy to review your choices and modify their placement . You just need to make sure that the objects create a harmonious environment, avoiding confusing mixes of styles and shapes.
All that remains is to plan the beautiful moments to spend in the open air in the coming weeks!

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