End of July is approaching quickly, we are already mid of summer. At home there is no better place to relax than on the patio. The perfect place to have a drink, enjoy dinner with friends or a calm afternoon with a book.
An open summer kitchen is a dream for long summer days. It is a perfect way to enjoy most of the days outdoors for people living in a country where summer takes longer than just July and August . Preparing a pizza in the wood oven, roast a chicken or bake some bread. It are the small things in life which brings us most joy. We don’t need a lot, sunny weather gives a lot of energy. Summer is the time to take in as much as possible vitamines before the colder months arrive.
Natural materials, simple shapes, neutral colors will be perfect for the minimalist at heart. A pocket-placemat can be a very practical solution to bring the things from the kitchen to the patio. And don’t forget the candles, they will bring a beautiful touch to the table in the evening and when you go for a citronella scented candle you will keep the mosquitos far away.
baskets on wall via Clover - outdoor bench Wallmart - Moroccan bar via Voges Paris - curtains via hid360
When we travel we come home in a different mood, we sometimes want to start redecorating our home because we discovered a new style in which we felt very well. The patio can be that space of the house where you can add this holiday feeling. Sand colors, beige tones to create an ethnic mood. Raffia for the hanging lamps, make a decor with baskets and a very light linen curtain can keep the sun out when it is getting to hot.
Abria outdoor pillow Anthropologie - terracotta bowl candle Food 52 - Lilac bubble effect glassware Zara Home - Mabel side table Anthropologie
Embroidered pillows, ceramics, candles, all things which will give us a holiday feeling at home. Floral dessins, graphical motifs, make it a bohemian mix. Guaranteed you will create a relaxed ambiance . Perfect to have a refreshing drink with your friends.
Mexican tiles via Ebay - dining corner via Simpli Chique - cactus via Instagram
The warm tones of the hacienda style mixed with some strong color touches from Mexico to create your exotic outdoor space. Terracotta vases with big plants and cactus to make it feel you are somewhere far away.
Nifty napkins Anthropologie - Edith carafe Anthropologie - Riffle paper straws Anthropologie - Talavera bowl Mexican Furniture Accessories
Colorful napkins will bring the summer feeling right were you are. Be prepared for relaxed evening, time for tapas. Small plates and bowls are things you can easily take home from wherever you go on holiday and it will always evoke nice memories.
patio via Remodelista - vintage fisherman’s equipment via Mr. Jason Grant - glass fishing balls via Ebay
Vintage objects to bring a rustic feeling to your patio. Take a look if you can find some objets from the fish market. Ropes, fish net, glass bottles will create a very special look. A perfect fir for those who love a more industrial style.
outdoor bar via Anchordecor - roll-up bar tool set Food 52 - citronella candle via Hello Glow - Transglass glasses Plushpod
Why not to go for an industrial style for your patio, it will be timeless. Be prepared for the long evenings, having friends over for a drink. No space for an open kitchen, but maybe space for a summer bar. Take care that you have some solutions to keep the drinks cold, ice buckets will come in very handy. Looks for some recycled glasses, mix colors and you are ready for the weekend to come.
bar at the kitchen via - paper bags via The Future Kept and Art Propelled
No real patio, no problem. Open the kitchen window and create your summer bar. And enjoy every meal of the day as if you would sit at the beach bar. Prepare whatever dish and serve it right away.
Leaf shaped table runner Zara Home - openwork wooden coaster Zara Home - Annika food dome Anthropologie
You can bring in an exotic touch. Some ethnic coasters, bright colors, green leaves is all you need to have this summer holiday feeling.
dried herbs via Organic Authority - planters via Datura - country style patio via Instadecoration
Is always good that your home blends in with the surroundings. Would be strange to have to much color on the country side. And for sure you can bring a lot of things you have inside the house outdoors in summer. Even some pictures on the wall, why not. Small tables or stools to create this living atmosphere outdoors.
19th Century basket 1st Dibs - outdoor rug Target - macrame plant holder Remodelista - Essential Gardening Tools Anthorpologie
Natural color for the best relaxing look all year round, when creating your farmers patio. And maybe you garden is not to big, or you are living in an apartment with a small balcony: gardening can be done everywhere. And is very relaxing for the mind, so after a stressful week in the office a perfect hobby for the weekend. Buy some of those amazing gardening tools to create your little outdoor space.
nautical patio with shutters via Completely Coastal - nautical patio via Ballard Design
And yes, summer wouldn’t be summer if we wouldn’t spend at least a weekend at the sea side. Classical nautical stripes, naturel wood and a bright color splash. It is an evergreen, so no worries if you will spend more money when buying your outdoor furniture. Natural wood in combination with a classical nautical style are the perfect base, you can each change the look buy adding some different color touches, it will fir wiht a lot of bright colors. Even some exotic print will fit.
Terrazzo pink napkin via Pineditor - Tempeste platter Anthropologie
But not only stripes will give us the beach feeling. Think of splashes of water, watercolors, to give it a more artistic feeling.
so what do you need for the perfect patio experience?
neutral colors, simple shapes for the minimalist
warm colors from nature, embroidery, baskets for the ethnic feeling
color touches and mix of patterns for the Mexican hacienda style
vintage pieces from the fishermen for a more rustic and masculin ambiance
exotic elements for a far-away feeling
get your small furniture pieces out to create a country side patio
natural wood and blue and white stripes for the nautical style
Where did you go on holiday? What were the colors which popped up? Is there something you want to integrate in your home?
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