boydens.co.uk Home 34 Garden living The pandemic forced us to spend a lot more time in our gardens when entertaining guests from other households, and the ‘al fresco’ life is here to stay. We have discovered that extending our living space to the great outdoors creates that holiday vibe all year round. All that’s needed is good design, furniture and accessories that factor in the unpredictable British weather. “The expectations for our outdoor living space now hold the same design opportunities as our home interiors,” says Marketa Rypacek, Managing Director of industrial lighting and furniture specialist Industville Ltd (industville.co.uk). “There has been a huge trend for chic outdoor kitchens, entertaining areas, bars and garden terraces. To create the perfect summer entertaining space outdoors, combine versatile bench seating with plenty of comfortable cushions for an informal, relaxed feel. Add atmospheric lighting such as stylish metallic wall and pendant lights to set the ultimate ambience for your friends and family to enjoy.” The outdoor den Gone are the days of decks and patios that might be used to host a BBQ once or twice a year, according to Leslie Adkins, Vice Pesident of Marketing for Trex Company (trex.com). Now, homeowners are seeking outdoor living areas where they can relax, watch their favourite shows, host a movie night with friends, play games and truly live every day. As a result, deck designs are taking on new shapes and styles, from mid-century to modern. Outdoor dens and sunken outdoor living areas – inspired by the popular indoor trend from the 1960s – are expected to see a resurgence in 2022, and they’ll be outfitted with all the comforts and conveniences of the indoors, from upholstered furnishings and fully appointed kitchens to bars, big screen TVs, surround sound and more! “The concept of the den originally gained popularity for its ability to bring everyone in the home together in a relaxed, comfortable setting,” notes Leslie. Above, Fashion Stone from RAK Ceramics, Light Grey 60x60cm rakceramics.com; Left, Brooklyn Outdoor & Bathroom Globe Pendant Light in Pewter from Industville, £80 industville.co.uk (image by @life. at.the.anvil) Below, Toka Regular Colour Changing Outdoor Ball Lights, from £35 iconiclights.co.uk
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