Today we come loaded with ideas for decorating patios and terraces; the trends that this 2022 will highlight in any outdoor space, whether small or large terraces. Fortunately, summer has that special touch that invites us to gather, to get together with our loved ones and extend the evenings. Hence, the design of outdoor terraces today becomes an aspect to be taken into account in the home. In fact, we call lucky to all those people who can have houses with terraces. 

Many of our clients do not know the type of terrace that will combine best with the interior design of their home. Therefore, and before we get into the subject, we remind you that the best design and decoration of outdoor terraces will be the one that matches our style and meets our needs.

If, like us, you love this time of the year, and you want to think about the long hours you will spend in your garden or terrace during the vacation months… Keep reading! In this article we are going to give you some outdoor architecture tips. We will also list some ideas of modern terraces and other recommendations to successfully decorate your outdoor terrace. Let’s get started! 

Outdoor space is more important than ever and plays an even greater role in how we enjoy our home. More and more people are looking for a more homey feel and an informal ambiance. Here are some of the hottest trends in outdoor deck decorating: 

Create a spacious, beautiful and functional living room, including a living room sofa that is easy to transform into a sofa bed. Creating multifunctional and comfortable spaces for everyone in the family is a growing trend. Increasingly, and derived from the pandemic, we seek in these outdoor spaces the outdoor shelter we need so much. 

Therefore, our garden or terrace will become a living space full of amenities and different areas adapted to our needs and daily activities. It will be as important to create a chill out type space in which to relax, as it will be to leave a small play area or even a space reserved for family meals.

Complement the space with dining chairs, loungers and coffee tables. A truly unique design with a lot of comfort is the latest trend in outdoor terrace decoration. 

In order to consider an outdoor area ‘livable’ it is necessary to have a good table on the terrace of our home. On this basis, it will be a matter of knowing how to distribute and decorate the space around it. It will be enough to place some terrace tables and armchairs, depending on the size of our exteriors.

If we focus on the outdoor materials that we should choose, there is no decalogue that says which are the best. But there are some recommendations as to how they should be. For small spaces, for example, opting for folding and stackable furniture will help us to gain space. 

Finally, remember that, even if we have a large terrace, another perfect quality for outdoor furniture is that it should not weigh too much. 

The ideal for a terrace is to choose a classic design, which enhances the atmosphere of the dining room. It is a clear trend to create houses with outdoor terraces, but closed in some way, or with the option of closure.

One of the best options is to use a glass enclosure, where doors and windows can be placed, which can be opened and closed according to the needs. These closures are embedded in stainless steel structures, resistant to different weather conditions. In this way, it is possible to create the most useful outdoor terrace decoration for the whole year. 

Another trend in outdoor terrace decoration for this 2022 is to complement the terrace furniture with a series of stools, bar chairs, lounge chairs and desk chairs. A modern and rigorous look, with which you will gain in comfort. 

Think about creating the perfect place to unwind. To do this, you can place rest furniture that is easy to move, such as a bean bag or puff. 

Fireplaces or barbecues that complete the outdoor experience are a fundamental element in modern deck design. Whenever you can, try to install your fire in the patio or garden without disturbing your neighbors. For example, if your outdoor area or terrace connects directly with another balcony, it will not be a good idea to buy a barbecue, since you could dirty the neighboring house. 

It is interesting to know your priorities when placing a barbecue on your outdoor terrace. Before making the final design, decide where you are going to place it, how big it will be, if it will be lit with wood or charcoal and even how it will be cleaned and maintained. 

Another of the basic elements to take into account, before thinking about other complements, are the outdoor lamps. The lighting of terraces is a whole world, as you may have seen. In fact, it will be the choice of good lighting that will make your terrace shine in the evening evenings with friends and family. Using pendant and adjustable lamps, as well as different ambient lights, will give us the opportunity to have the table well lit and in a natural way.

The current trend is to achieve infinite softness. To do this, consider the option of choosing decorative elements and accessories really comfortable for small spaces, seeking comfort and integration with the elements of the exterior. The recommendation is to have textures that invite you to sit and enjoy time outdoors.

Opt for furniture and accessories of natural origin, sustainable and handcrafted. These will turn the decoration of outdoor terraces into comfortable and relaxing spaces. 

Outdoor furniture made of solid wood or natural fibers offer ample resistance to sun, water and any other inclement weather. Furniture and decorative accessories that, in most cases, will be combined with cheerful colors and pastel shades. 

In addition to being made from natural materials, many of these furnishings have all the properties to turn your garden into a haven this summer. This summer, lattice and bamboo furniture will flood the decoration of charming gardens and terraces. In fact, any furniture and all the organic textiles you choose can be customized with different textures, as well as with the colors and finishes that best match the style of your patio or garden and the rest of the interior decorations of your home. 

We love Kettal’s timeless and elegant furniture. Tables, chairs, loungers, sofas, hammocks… No product is out of their hands! Made from natural fibers, teak wood, natural stone or aluminum. Each and every one of the proposals offered by this benchmark brand in outdoor design excites us. So that you don’t run out of inspiration, we leave you with some suggestions about Kettal outdoor furniture that you can’t miss this summer, take a look at them! 

Forget about the square meters of your terrace and think about decorating the space in favor of your needs and tastes. Choosing well the furniture and complements of your outdoor space, you can achieve a splendid decoration. 

Take advantage of every nook and cranny to place the ornaments and complements that are most practical for you. We recommend you not to lose sight of the aesthetics of the chosen elements, without putting beauty before the functionality of a piece of furniture. For example, even if you like a table model, do not choose it if it is too bulky and heavy to move. 

If you have a small terrace, another option would be to opt for folding and multifunctional furniture. Taking advantage of the walls to place decorations with plants or vertical gardens is also a very good decorative choice. But, what you should certainly not forget, is to opt for neutral and light colors to contribute to a greater sense of space and amplitude in your outdoor terrace. 

Canopies and bioclimatic awnings become the allies to protect from the sun and summer rains. Do not forget to add a mobile cover in your garden to get an outdoor space to measure, you can take advantage even in less hot days. 

Any of these opening elements through pivoting aluminum slats, fully automated, become a suitable solution to create any shaded area. In addition, its manufacturing material protects us from UV rays, but also works as a terrace umbrella suitable to protect us from the rain. 

As you have already seen, the design of terraces is a whole universe to discover. Trends are changing, although the terms of functionality and aesthetics are still the perfect combination. 

We hope this post about outdoor terrace decoration will be useful for you to prepare, in detail, your outdoor area. Remember that you can contact us for more tips and ideas, we will be happy to answer your questions!