Now is a great time to consider designing for outdoor living! We all know that the Australian climate lends itself to alfresco living for a good chunk of the year, and the start of summer in Sydney has been consistently warm. With the help of these style tips you can easily create your own outdoor oasis! So let’s get out there and enjoy the summer sun.
Pots, pots and maybe some more pots
Honestly, we think the more plants you have the better! Plants can be an inexpensive way to change a space. It will bring instant style and bright pops of greenery liven up a space. They are also a great way to screen out neighbours and create intimacy. You can have fun with coloured pots or you can go for more neutral tones and let the plants do the talking. Also, vary heights and textures to create interest.
You don’t have to limit it to pots on the deck, hanging pots and green walls add ambiance to a space. Why not include herbs with their added bonus of fragrance and taste! Hanging Rosemary plants are very popular at the moment.
Photo credit: makingyourhomebeautiful.com.au
Table styling
This is a great opportunity to personalise your table and express your style. Get creative with groupings of vases with foliage or flowers and candles on trays, timber boards or even palm husks to make a great center piece. Think about varying the heights to create focal points and stick with a tight colour palette for harmony.
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Cushions and rugs
Soft furnishings can really bring a space to life. Scatter cushions add vibrancy to your outdoor lounge and rugs can help zone the areas, creating a relaxing ambiance!
There is an endless range of outdoor rugs and cushions to choose from. You can really have some fun out here so think of a theme and go for it!!
Photo credit: Carley Summers
Decorations for the wall
If you have a wall that is looking a bit bare, why not add a
little something to make the room feel whole. Add texture with rattan and woven
hangings, they are extremely popular right now and project a coastal vibe to a
space, instantly relaxing you and your guests.
If your space is tight, why not try a mirror to open up the space. There are so many shapes and styles that you can choose from.
Photo credit: Carley Summers
Install Outdoor Lighting
Another way to instantly change the ambiance of your outdoor
space is with lighting. Why not place a pendant light over the outside dining table
to give the space an intimate feel.
Or why not string up some festoon lights to create that festive outdoor summer vibe.
Richelle Langdon is the founder and Creative Director of Oliver Myles Interiors, a boutique interior design studio renowned for its striking yet functional spaces. Since establishing the studio in 2014, Richelle has brought her distinctive design approach to a diverse range of projects, from bespoke residential interiors to dynamic commercial environments.
A graduate of Sydney Design School, Richelle has honed her craft through years of hands-on experience, developing a signature style that seamlessly blends bold aesthetics with practical functionality. She believes that great design is not just about visual impact but also about creating spaces that enhance the way people live and work.
With a keen eye for detail and a passion for pushing creative boundaries, Richelle and her team at Oliver Myles Interiors are dedicated to transforming interiors into thoughtfully curated, highly livable spaces that reflect each client’s unique personality and lifestyle.
Are you considering a home renovation or new build and weighing up the costs involved? Every project is costly no matter what the size, but the value of investing in an interior designer and documented design shouldn’t be underestimated. It always pays off. While interior designers aren’t builders or architects, our role in making sure …
International Colour Day is coming up, and we thought that we could talk about the colour psychology behind some popular colours. Colour psychology explores how our brain perceives colour. Different colours have various effects upon our nervous system. Colours are of deep significance to us and have more influence on us then we can possibly imagine. They can strengthen, …
On The Couch Thinking of buying a new couch and not sure which sofa styles to consider? Whether it’s Netflix bingeing, napping, chatting, smooching, reading a book or cheering on your team, the sofa is the most communal piece of furniture in the house. It needs to be robust, comfy and look great, all of …
All too often overlooked, the design of the entrance hallway provides a wonderful opportunity to showcase your personal interior style. A simple console table, mirror or artwork, floral arrangement or table lamp are the bones. Then add in your favourite books in a stack, top it with some coral, or a special piece from travels and hey presto…. you’ve changed up the vibe right there.
Designing for Outdoor Living
Now is a great time to consider designing for outdoor living! We all know that the Australian climate lends itself to alfresco living for a good chunk of the year, and the start of summer in Sydney has been consistently warm. With the help of these style tips you can easily create your own outdoor oasis! So let’s get out there and enjoy the summer sun.
Pots, pots and maybe some more pots
Honestly, we think the more plants you have the better! Plants can be an inexpensive way to change a space. It will bring instant style and bright pops of greenery liven up a space. They are also a great way to screen out neighbours and create intimacy. You can have fun with coloured pots or you can go for more neutral tones and let the plants do the talking. Also, vary heights and textures to create interest.
You don’t have to limit it to pots on the deck, hanging pots and green walls add ambiance to a space. Why not include herbs with their added bonus of fragrance and taste! Hanging Rosemary plants are very popular at the moment.
Table styling
This is a great opportunity to personalise your table and express your style. Get creative with groupings of vases with foliage or flowers and candles on trays, timber boards or even palm husks to make a great center piece. Think about varying the heights to create focal points and stick with a tight colour palette for harmony.
Cushions and rugs
Soft furnishings can really bring a space to life. Scatter cushions add vibrancy to your outdoor lounge and rugs can help zone the areas, creating a relaxing ambiance!
There is an endless range of outdoor rugs and cushions to choose from. You can really have some fun out here so think of a theme and go for it!!
Decorations for the wall
If you have a wall that is looking a bit bare, why not add a little something to make the room feel whole. Add texture with rattan and woven hangings, they are extremely popular right now and project a coastal vibe to a space, instantly relaxing you and your guests.
If your space is tight, why not try a mirror to open up the space. There are so many shapes and styles that you can choose from.
Install Outdoor Lighting
Another way to instantly change the ambiance of your outdoor space is with lighting. Why not place a pendant light over the outside dining table to give the space an intimate feel.
Or why not string up some festoon lights to create that festive outdoor summer vibe.
If you need any ideas for your outside areas we’d love to help you plan, source and style the right items for you!
Richelle Langdon is the founder and Creative Director of Oliver Myles Interiors, a boutique interior design studio renowned for its striking yet functional spaces. Since establishing the studio in 2014, Richelle has brought her distinctive design approach to a diverse range of projects, from bespoke residential interiors to dynamic commercial environments.
A graduate of Sydney Design School, Richelle has honed her craft through years of hands-on experience, developing a signature style that seamlessly blends bold aesthetics with practical functionality. She believes that great design is not just about visual impact but also about creating spaces that enhance the way people live and work.
With a keen eye for detail and a passion for pushing creative boundaries, Richelle and her team at Oliver Myles Interiors are dedicated to transforming interiors into thoughtfully curated, highly livable spaces that reflect each client’s unique personality and lifestyle.
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