Think you need to leave your indoor design style at the door? That couldn’t be farther from the truth. In fact, taking your interior style outdoors is a great way to bring continuity to the outside, no matter if you have a small balcony or an elaborate outdoor living space. While certain fabrics and materials are better left inside, there are other ways you can take your interior style outside.
Here are five ways to let your indoor style inspire your outdoor space:
1. Stick with a similar color palette
Choosing a color palette is one of the simplest and easiest ways to begin. Take a look at the colors used prominently throughout your home, or focus on the colors in the room that leads directly to your outdoor space. Pull inspiration from there to select your outdoor fabrics and furniture. If your interior is modern and contemporary, stick with a neutral color scheme. But, if you have more of a luxury glam style, jewel tones would look beautiful outside.
2. Find furniture in the same design style
The variety of outdoor furniture sets available today make it easy to showcase your personal style. If you tend to favor traditional designs, look for ornate furniture collections, such as those in iron. However, if you prefer a modern style, then furniture with clean lines in teak wood is best. And if your style is transitional, go with furniture in rattan or wood with curved lines.
It’s not just the actual pieces of furniture that can complement your indoor style; it’s the fabrics too. Invest in all-weather throw pillows to add texture to your space and emphasize your design style. You might choose plaids, stripes, florals, or paisley patterned throw pillows for a traditional aesthetic or geometric patterns and shapes to achieve a modern look.
3. Choose accent pieces wisely
Accent pieces are another great way to bring your indoor style outside, especially if you are tight on space with a balcony. You can find Hurricane vases and lanterns with traditional ornate details or clean, modern lines. Similarly, fire pits can come in various styles, from traditional ones built with stone to more contemporary ones with lots of glass. Don’t forget! Your tableware and glassware can also help show off your style too.
4. Add to your natural landscaping
While your landscape reflects the natural setting of the area you live in, it doesn’t have to define your outdoor style. You can add elements to your landscaping that complements your indoor design style, like potted plants or container gardens. These containers come in a variety of fashions and materials to match all design styles. You can even find plants that thrive both indoors and outdoors, like geraniums and boxwoods, so you can have them in both areas of the home.
5. Take it as far as the pool
If you’re lucky enough to have a pool in your backyard, make sure you include it in your overall design. Maybe your kitchen backsplash serves as the inspiration for your pool’s mosaic tiles. Or, perhaps your Scandinavian interior leads you toward a concrete perimeter as opposed to brick. Use your pool’s lining and its surroundings to really flex the home design style you love.
Create a Cohesive Home Inside and Out
Whether you have a balcony, patio, or pool, let your indoor design style inspire your outdoor spaces. Furniture, accent pieces, potted containers, and colors are all ways to help bring your interior design style outside. Doing so will help compliment your home’s interior and make your home feel more cohesive.
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