With the days getting longer and the evenings being taken over by the warm summer breeze, it arrises the desire to spend more time outdoors, in contact with nature, whether it’s for socializing or occasions when you need a space to unwind and reconnect with yourself.

Get inspired by Jota Barbosa’s outdoor decorating tips and find out how you can make the most of these spaces during the summer season.

A Comforting Balcony

The balcony is a small escape from the enclosed spaces to which we are confined for most of the day, allowing us to slow down for a few minutes and stop to breathe, and observe, the world from the comfort of home before returning to the hurried pace of everyday life. This is especially true for those who live in a residential complex, where the balcony ends up being the only space that allows residents to relax al fresco.

As an outdoor area that results from the extension of the residence, one way of approaching the transformation of the space can be to maintain the aesthetic line adopted in the interior rooms, establishing a visual uniformity throughout the house. Concerning outdoor furniture, a chaise longue or a small armchair will be enough for you to spend hours in this space, surrounded by elegance and enveloped in the tranquillity of the environment. Add side tables to complement the space and your leisure time, perfect for decorating with small decorative statuettes or adding scented candles, favoring a more intimate atmosphere under the starry summer night.

To complete your outdoor decoration, add a charming vertical garden. By installing a modular system, you can seamlessly integrate lush greenery into your balcony’s color palette, transforming the space with your favorite natural species for a fresh and harmonious ambiance. An innovative solution for urban areas that allows you to optimize space in an elegant way.

Sunset on the Terrace

The ideal space to hold al fresco soirees, inviting anyone to gather their social nucleus to enjoy a refreshing drink over long periods of time. For a space like this, a lounge area is essential where guests can enjoy the moment surrounded by a pleasant outdoor decoration that invites them to spend countless hours wrapped up in comfort.

Focus on pieces of outdoor furniture that can accommodate the largest number of guests. Choose a set of exquisite upholstered furniture and arrange it elegantly around a minimalist outdoor fireplace, with a stone structure capable of withstanding adverse weather conditions, to promote a more welcoming atmosphere. Enhance the beauty of the sofas with decorative blankets or decorative pillows to give the space a personal touch through elements that will surely be appreciated on different occasions. Add a few tall vases to finish off the space in a simple and balanced way.

Another element of outdoor decoration that promises to make all the difference to your leisure time are ambient lights, either through decorative lanterns placed delicately in strategic corners or small hanging lights that cover the terrace and illuminate the space as the sun goes down. For those who enjoy long conversations that stretch on until daybreak, adding a rocking chair to your outdoor space is an invitation to enjoy the comfort of this terrace through soothing coziness, while admiring the splendid hues that paint the sky during twilight.

Take advantage of the good weather to prioritize your well-being by investing in leisure time. Transform spaces that you can only enjoy during the warmer seasons and keep yourself inspired to discover new ways to improve your outdoor decor. Sometimes, what you seek is closer than it appears.