Creating Ideal Spaces for Outdoor Living & Summer Entertaining

The summer season is upon us! That means many of us will be spending time in our outdoor spaces and hosting gatherings with our family and friends. Creating inviting and comfortable outdoor spaces gives us an opportunity to enjoy the best of the season. Whether you are spending time in your blooming garden, by the pool, or on your patio, we are happy to share some tips for creating the ideal space for your outdoor living and entertaining this summer.

Outdoor Furniture

Transforming your outdoor area into a space that is both a summer escape and functional for all your guests is key. One way to ensure comfort is to provide ample seating, including both a traditional dining area and casual lounging options. Designating a main dining or seating area with lots of space is a great way to gather all your guests together comfortably. Meanwhile, a small table and chairs in a quiet corner will create a great spot to have your morning coffee, dive into your summer read, or simply enjoy a conversation with a friend.

Our Florentine Classic Collection of outdoor furniture offers seating options in every style, including arm chairs, settees, deep seating, chaise lounges, and daybeds. Every piece in our collection is beautifully handcrafted and finished in-house by our skilled craftsmen, making it possible to make adjustments in the size, shape, design, and finish of our outdoor furniture.

Learn more about Customizing Outdoor Furniture for Your Unique Space.

Classic Garden Elements

Garden elements such as statuary, planters, urns, and sundials are great ways to add character and a touch of personalization to your outdoor space. For larger gardens and outdoor areas, consider creating a focal point by adding a classical statue or a large sundial that will make a statement. For smaller spaces, consider wall fountains, birdbaths, or small animal statuary to add visual interest among your outdoor space.

Get inspired with our Estate Elements Collection of statuary, fountains, and furnishings for your garden.

Left: La Brezza in a residential garden. Right: Classic Armillary Sundial.

Left: Four Frogs Birdbath. Right: Dancing Girl Fountain under a trelis.

Additionally, incorporating urns and planters full of seasonal blooms and greenery is a fantastic way to seamlessly blend your outdoor living area with the natural landscape. Summer is all about vibrant and bold colors, so make sure to fill your planters with a variety of colors and add visual interest by planting flowers along walkways and in flowerbeds. To add some dimension, hang flower baskets and incorporate planters of different heights with summer blooms.

Left: Rectangular Lion Planter with summer blooms. Right: Linen Fold Planter.

Lastly, make sure to incorporate umbrellas or pergolas to ensure shade from the sun during hot days, and consider adding lighting for the evening time, including string lights, lanterns, and even a firepit to create a warm and inviting ambiance for summer nights.

We hope you enjoy your outdoor living space and entertaining this summer season!

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View our Florentine Classics Estate Elements Catalog for inspiration on your next project and take a look at our Quick Ship inventory of products available for immediate shipment.

For customization options, contact our team at info@klynchandsons.com.
 Current production time for Summer 2024 outdoor furniture is 8-10 weeks.