the time has come to bring some much-needed love to your outdoor spaces. Whether you’re working with a tiny porch or a pint-sized patio, the best combination of outdoor seating, greenery and color is all you need to bring a dull space back to life after a long winter.
From the perfect porch swing to planters and outdoor textiles, spring into the season with these effortless ideas from around the web.
In this beautiful bohemian outdoor sanctuary, exotic textiles and lush greenery bring a dose of California cool, regardless of location.
Photographer: Carley Summers
Source: Carley Summers
Designer: Carley Summers
Color, pattern and plenty of texture create a laid-back look in this boho backyard patio. An outdoor rug warms up the floor and oversized pillows create much more seating when space is limited.
Source: Ikea
If your patio roof is strong and mighty, a hanging bench is a fun and unexpected addition. This pillow party features the fantastic patterns and dynamic textiles of Katie Kime.
Source: Katie Kime
Catch a summer snooze or some reading time in this hanging love seat made from natural rattan. A cushion-topped bench offers additional seating, while pillows in the same palette tie the two together.
Source: Byron Bay Hanging Chairs
Layering rugs is a great way to add dimension to a small space. A striped outdoor rug above a textured jute rug creates an earthy, yet contemporary look in this enclosed porch.
Source: Curbly
Designer: Alicia Lacy
Who says alfresco dining is only for the backyard? A patio is the ideal place to dine, garden and people view all at once. This multifunctional patio’s bold bistro set is softened with a textured jute rug and surrounding planters.
Source: West Elm
While lush flowers never hurt, the true showstopper on this patio nook is the blue feather-printed pillow that brings a boho vibe to the vintage bench.
Photographer: Beth Bryan
Source: Unskinny Boppy
Varying textures and styles come together for a lovely and eclectic mix of alfresco dining furniture. A wall lattice wrapped with minimal ivy is a easy way to create separation among neighboring tenants on an house balcony.
Photographer: Michael Graydon
Source: house & home September 2009 Issue
Bold Acapulco chairs pair nicely with a rope-wrapped table to create a modern, yet exotic back patio design.
Photographer: Peter Lyons
Source: visual Jill interior Decorating
Designer: visual Jill
In this understated back patio setting, the Acapulco chair flies under the radar as this pretty pastel planter takes the stage.
Source: Nalle’s House
We love how H&H‘s Joel Bray utilizedthis cottage veranda by creating an entryway outdoors with all the fixings from the console to the wall hooks.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: house & home may 2016
Designer: Joey Bray
Feeling minimalist? These rounded mesh chairs create a Zen atmosphere for the ideal quiet corner.
Source: Karen Kempf Interiors
If you’re lucky enough to be blessed with a private patio or balcony straight off your bedroom, opt for a breezy, dream-like feel with soft pastels and macrame textiles like in this Barbados beach house.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: house & home may 2013 issue
Designer: NH Design
Instead of a paint job, revitalize exhausted outdoor furniture with casual throws for a comfortable nook that feels cool and collected.
Photographer: Sharyn Cairns
Source: temple & Webster Journal
Designer: Tracie Ellis
A cottage patio substitutes Muskoka chairs for butterfly chairs and tiki umbrellas resulting in a beachy, resort feel. who needs Hawaii when you have the supreme island paradise best at your doorstep?
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: house & home July 2012
Designer: Karyn Gordon and Brent Penner
Looking for the supreme hideout? furnish your patio with seating for one, and layer the rest with lush flowers, planters, soft accents and your favorite reading material.
Source: Craftifair
Designer: Meine kleine Oase
Black brings a contemporary look to this outdoor space. A touch of white and greenery keeps the moody shade from overwhelming.
Get much more spring and summer indoor and outdoor decorating ideas here.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: house & home August 2012 issue
Designer: Terry Ryan