With summer at full blast, who wants to be stuck indoors?
You want to be outside when enjoying your day alone, with family, and especially when you’re hosting – and you want to be comfortable.
To ensure your outdoor seating area is as comfortable and stylish as a living room, consider getting a sectional sofa.
A Growingly Popular Trend
Lots of homeowners have been clued in on the versatility of outdoor sectionals, and so there are many options to choose from when buying one.
At the same time, they are specifically designed to withstand staying in the outdoors and all that entails.
Their cushions are resistant to fading, hence you can rest easy as you leave them in the sun, without rushing to cover or bring them inside all the time.
Style-vise, they’re also easy to fit into any set-up you may like. Check out the ideas below to get inspired to create your own outdoor haven.
1. Natural Surroundings
Use all the greenery you can spare in your garden to turn your outdoor sectional into an ultimate relaxing spot.
An outdoor sectional in various neutral and natural colors, such as beige or brown, works the best in these natural set-ups.
2. Sleek Design
If you’re after a refreshing and modern look for your patio or garden, then choose to grace it with a modern outdoor sectional.
A shiny frame, a cool palette for the upholstery, and a sleek shape are the things to look for.
3. Enjoying the View
Choose a sectional of the proper size and shape to fit into the prettiest part of your outdoor space.
Make the most of the view you have – whether it’s the forest, the sea, or the bustling city.
4. Traditional Wicker Sectional
Wicker furniture is by far the most popular choice for outdoor seating. Table & chair sets, couches, and sectionals are most easily found with a wicker frame.
It’s a durable material, resistant to the weather and you may even try to find one that’s UV-resistant.
Wicker is also incredibly easy to fit into the natural outdoor surroundings.
5. Minimalist Sectional
Gentle or minimal decor, sleek design, and neutral colors make for the perfect minimalist outdoor sectional.
It’s sure to add a contemporary charm to your outdoor space, with a focus on the simple and functional side of the outdoor seating area.
6. By the Pool
Search for an outdoor sectional with water-resistant cushions and forget about sunbeds.
Your outdoor sectional will become your favorite hosting corner, your tanning bed, and the go-to relaxing spot.
7. The L-Shaped Outdoor Sectional
The L shape is quite popular for sectional couches – both indoor and outdoor.
They’re among the largest sectionals you can choose, and allow you to welcome more family and friends than ever without having to bring over extra chairs.
If the L shape isn’t your type, then you can rearrange it in different ways. Mix & match to make it just perfect.
8. A Multi-Functional Choice
Many outdoor sectionals come with an extended frame which you can use as a side or coffee table.
If you’re by the pool, you can place your towels there. Or, alternatively, you could keep spare snacks and drinks in that corner.
And in case you find yourself hosting even more guests than can fit on the sectional, just throw in a spare cushion and you’ve got yourself yet another seat.
9. The Curve
Curved furniture of any kind brings elegance and softness to the space.
Likewise, a curved sectional sofa is a wonderfully decorative piece to have in your garden or patio. And, of course, its purpose isn’t solely ornamental.
A curved sectional allows for everyone in the party to face each other, and ensures nobody is left out.
10. Industrial Outdoor Sectional
Industrial outdoor sectional looks great in the outdoor space of modern homes. And style, of course, isn’t all.
They’re commonly made of sturdier material which makes them extra durable.
Stick to darker hues, gray, black, and brown to achieve this style in your own outdoor space.
11. Mediterranean Style
Create a dream summer vacation atmosphere in your outdoor space with the help of a Meditarraean-style sectional.
Pair a dark frame with various shades of eggshell, white, and azure. Surround the seating area with plenty of greenery for the strongest effect.
12. The Boho Set-Up
Surround the traditional wicker sectional with plenty of wicker and otherwise bohemian decor.
This allows you to create a combination of a tropical, peaceful, and vagabond vibe in your patio or garden.
13. The Japandi Set-Up
Transform your patio or backyard with an outdoor sectional that combines Scandinavian minimalism with Japanese elegance.
You’ll have yourself a timelessly elegant, yet highly functional and easy-to-maintain seating area.
14. The Rustic Set-Up
Transform your outdoor space into a country getaway with the help of a rustic seating area set-up.
In order to achieve this, combine a wicker outdoor sectional with plenty of earthy colors and decor. Layer your textures and introduce a throw pillow or two for the optimal effect.
15. Elegant Outdoor Sectional
Search for a combination of wood frames with royal blue and white to create an elegant set-up in your outdoor seating area.
Surround yourself with flowers, and enjoy the elegance of your outdoor sectional.
16. Add an Outdoor Rug
Add some texture to your patio or balcony floor by pairing an outdoor rug with your outdoor sectional.
It adds an ornamental and personal touch and is a quick way to elevate the style of your outdoor space.
A rug makes the space incomparably more welcoming and cozy.
17. Slim-Line Outdoor Sectional
Are you looking to keep your outdoor space looking breezy and open and still have plenty of sitting space?
If so, look for an outdoor sectional with a slim-line frame. Tall legs and a frame that matches the colors of your surroundings are the things to look for.
18. Add a Firepit
Of all the things you could pair with your outdoor sectional, a firepit is among the most decorative and luxurious.
Firepits provide warm light if your hangout lasts until late in the evening, and they’ll keep you warm if the summer night turns out to be surprisingly chilly.
19. The Wooden Frame Sectional
Although an aluminum frame is by far the most durable in the outdoors, when it comes to coziness, nothing can compare to the trusty wooden frame.
Of course, outdoor sectionals include finishes that make any type of frame long-lasting.
20. The Iron Frame Sectional
Iron frame outdoor sectionals are a great choice for those looking to create an elegant atmosphere in their outdoor space.
Look for intricate designs and shapes to achieve the best results.
Not to mention, iron is sturdy and durable, and can last you a long, long time.
21. Weather Resistant
Once more, the upholstery as well as the frame of most outdoor sectionals are designed to be resistant to both weather and time.
But if you’d rather be extra safe, you can always place your outdoor sectional on the roofed patio or protect it with a stylish awning.
22. To the Roof
If your home is blessed with a roof balcony, then make sure to make the most of it by bringing in an outdoor sectional.
That means an epic view and packed roof parties!
23. Use the Space You Have
If you live in a flat or don’t have a patio or garden, don’t give up.
If you’re set on optimizing your outdoor sitting space, you can surely find a sectional fitting for your balcony.
There are many mini-sectionals that can bring both decor and functionality to any balcony.
In Conclusion
Much like their indoor counterparts, outdoor sectionals provide plenty of sitting space and make large-party hangouts much more convenient and pleasant.
If you often find yourself hosting guests, make sure to get an outdoor sectional of your own.
And even if not, don’t you deserve the most comfortable and cozy garden of all?
