Summer isn’t here yet but preparing for it beforehand is a good idea, especially if we are talking of outdoor spaces. If you have a deck and wanna give it a fresh summer-like look but don’t know where to start, we have cool and easy tips for you to consider. Take a look!
Decide On A Color Scheme
A color scheme gives your space a cohesive look, allows you to quickly gather everything you need and put it to work in the space. As it’s summer, try bold and fresh colors or at least go neutrals with bright accents – turquoise, pink, green, yellow, orange. If you love colors, boldly rock various shades creating an eclectic or boho chic look, mix them with prints to achieve a bright space.
A neutral summer deck is welcoming, subtle floral prints never go out of style and add interest to it.
A neutral summer deck done with aqua green accents looks very bright and welcoming.
A super bright summer deck with ble, yellow and pink highlights, potted blooms hanging down and bright rugs.
A fresh summer patio done in blues and white, with stripes and wicker furniture and planters.
A nautical summer deck in navy and white, with a striped floor, rattan furniture and pillows.
A bright summer deck decorated with orange and neon green touches for a bright ambience.
A cozy and welcoming summer deck with bright green and white touches and striped pillows for catchiness.
A small summer deck with green, neon green and turquoise touches for a bright look.
A super bright deck with touches of bold blue, hot pink and fresh greenery plus geometric prints.
A Moroccan style deck with pink and fuchsia touches and neutral is very chic and inviting.
A grey boho deck with touches of natural green and pink blooms plus a wicker ottoman.
A bright black and blush deck with wicker furniture, blush pillows and hot pink potted blooms.
Furniture
Rattan and wicker furniture will bring a relaxed feel to the space but you ma actually use lots of various furniture you like. Forged furniture will serve you for years, buy it in a neutral color to match various decor ideas. Wooden furniture never goes out of style and it can be easily DIYed by you yourself. Don’t buy lots of stuff for every season or year – it will clutter all the space you have. Try to incorporate the furniture you have into your summer deck decor – it will be a cool challenge and will make you creative.
Metal furniture always works for outdoors, it's very durable, just choose a basic color to rock it every year.
Wicker furniture always brings a relaxed feel to the deck and it will serve you for years.
Go for wooden benches with storage - it will save some space and will declutter the space.
Neutral wicker furniture paired with wooden items is a timeless idea with a relaxed feel.
Weathered wooden furniture paired with dark wicker items for a contrast and a dramatic touch.
An L-shaped wooden bench with storage space is paired with a forged table and forged and wicker chairs.
Add Accessories
Choose decor and accessories according to the style you like. Lots of pillows and throws will bring a cozy feel to the space, don’t forget some rugs that match your decor style. Bring in more light with string lights or candle lanterns; go for cozy blankets that you’ll be able to use in the evening when it gets chilly. Add plants and flowers – go the easy route choosing potted plants. If you don’t have much floor space, just hang them up. Enjoy more ideas below!
Potted blooms and greenery and a nasket for storage are ideal to accessorize a rustic deck.
Go easy rocking potted plants - they are easy to take inside and can be changed anytime.
Bright lanterns and bright and printed pillows are a must to create an ambience on the deck.
If you don't have much floor space, just hang the planters over the deck.
Colorful pillows in blue and white for a nautical feel and star fish on the table plus a matching rug.
Colorful pillows, bright furniture and potted blooms give a fresh and vibrant feel to the space.
Elegant cohesive planters with different plant, a large lantern with a candle for a summer deck.