Outdoor Living Trend # 6 - Added Greenery for Living Energy

 

Added Greenery for Living Energy

It’s not just about making your outdoor living spaces an extension of indoors, but about embracing the nature that is beyond your home’s walls. Think lush and layered plants, living garden spaces, green and natural accents.

Ask yourself... “Does the space feel alive?” If you need to breathe some life into your space, try adding more live plants at various heights and sizes, and different shades of green.  This will instantly be a way to refresh the space and be on trend.

Happy 4th of July From Team Hoffmann

 

Happy 4th of July

Team Hoffmann - RE/MAX LAKESIDE

Outdoor Living Trend # 5 - Folding Walls for Truly Connected Spaces

 

Folding Walls for Truly Connected Spaces

Taking cues from architectural design in areas with good weather all year, folding walls are a home upgrade feature that is standing out for outdoor living today. Create a seamless transition between indoor-outdoor living is easily accomplished through folding walls. When closed, these folding glass panels still offer a visual connection to the outdoors, but when opened, an interior living space–such as a kitchen, dining room, or living room–expands to visually and physically include an outdoor component. This allows for both the indoors and outdoors to serve as a multi-functional space for dining, lounging, and entertaining.

The right furniture selections can take these indoor-outdoor spaces to the next level. Choose versatile furniture pieces such as sectional sofas with modular components that can easily be arranged to accommodate different activities.

Outdoor Living Trend # 4 - Luxury Upgrades

 

Luxury Upgrades

Luxury upgrades are also on the minds of many designers and homeowners, according to the 2024 trends report. These projects not only increase the comfort and usability of outdoor areas, but they add to the property value, too.

Top upgrades identified include fire features as well as bars and entertaining spaces. Outdoor kitchens are another big project that continues to be a popular upgrade. If you’re looking for luxury inspiration, the report also noted the rise in hospitality-inspired design elements, especially walk-out patios and indoor-outdoor fireplaces.

Outdoor Living Trend # 3 - Continuity in Design Elements, Both Inside and Out

 

Continuity in Design Elements, Both Inside and Out

Whether it’s a small patio or an expansive exterior entertaining area, a consistent use of color, pattern, and material will visually bring together your home’s interior and exterior design. 

But continuity isn't solely through simple decorating selections, the 2024 trend report indicated that surfaces will be playing a key role in bridging interior and exterior spaces. A growing number of homeowners are seeking surfaces that can withstand outdoor elements, while providing an elevated, cohesive look to their interior design

Outdoor Living Trend # 2 - Smart Home Features for Outdoor Rooms

 

Smart Home Features for Outdoor Rooms

As outdoor spaces are being integrated into whole-home living considerations, lighting and smart home features are trending for outdoor spaces. These elements visually connect indoors and outdoors for a more congruous look, but they also offer consistent functionality.

Smart Home technology creates a cohesive living space throughout the home by being able to control audio and lighting throughout the day and into the night. Your outdoor activities aren’t strictly limited by time of day or access to a TV, for example—if the outdoors is wired for smart home features, you have more flexibility in when and how you use the spaces. For example, entertainment walls are rising in popularity as homeowners spend more time in their outdoor spaces. It also provides enhanced security by including outdoor cameras, motion sensors, and smart locks.

Summerfest 2024 Opening Day - What You Need To Know!

 

Summerfest 2024 Opens!