Easy Design Tips for the Perfect Summer Patio

The best part of the summer season is the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors with friends and family. Even Californians, who have nice weather year round, can't get enough of the long summer days and warm summer nights hanging out on the back patio. To make any backyard extra inviting and a go to spot for guests this summer, be sure to follow these easy decorating tips.

Top 5 Patio Design Ideas for Summer


Pops of Color

From pastels to bright reds and yellows, adding a bit of color to an outdoor space is the perfect way to draw guests in and keep them there for a day full of fun. With the combination of some contemporary or even vintage furniture, it's easy to create a comfortable and welcoming backyard oasis.

Think Cozy

Offer guests a place to retreat from the sun when the heat starts to be a bit too much on particularly hot days with the help of a cozy reading nook. A solitary spot in the backyard or on the patio will simply beg to be used for quiet conversations, a nice mid-day nap or alone time with a good book.

Take Cover

An elegant way to create the perfect outdoor retreat is with the help of a covered patio. If a full renovation isn't in the cards this summer, think outside of the box with an exterior wall or fence and a few gilded mirrors to bring in a hint of luxury and sophistication to the space. Tables with umbrellas also make for the perfect place to hang out and have an ice cold drink or a snack.

Fireside Chats

Spend hours entertaining friends and family around an open fire right in the backyard! Fire pits can be used day or night and give guests the opportunity to get comfortable around the fire while grilling kebabs, roasting weenies and making s'mores. Don't forget to pick up plenty of extra seating as this new backyard addition is sure to be the talk of the neighborhood.

Delicate Details

Bring the whole space together with the help of beautiful and tasteful accents like candles, potted plants, throw pillows and extra summer blankets for cooler evenings.

Head out on a shopping trip to find unique items like table centerpieces, storage boxes, antique side tables and intricately crafted area rugs San Diego.

Unique Area Rugs in San Diego

Area rugs San Diego can be used to anchor a room, protect the floor or give a room a new look.  These partial floor coverings give decorators opportunities to enjoy and protect special flooring while fine-tuning the ambiance of a room. Available in numerous textures, shapes and colors, area rugs lend versatility to any given décor.

Area rugs come in many types, and decorators often choose them base on their use and the final look to be achieved. For example, a decorator might choose a cotton rug for the kitchen because they can soak up spills and are often washable.  Silk rugs might be used in the bedroom and low traffic areas.  These rugs are extremely luxurious and give off a wonderful sheen.

Unlike cotton rugs, silk rugs are sensitive to moisture and often are more expensive. Because of their versatility, wool rugs are often used in living rooms and great rooms. Made from sheep’s fleece, they are sturdy and start off as white pile.  This makes them easy to dye, so decorators can match them with any deco.  Other types of rugs include the following:

·         Jute – Made from the inner fiber of the jute plant. These rugs often have the look and feel of soft rope.  A decorator’s trick is to use a jute rug under a smaller vintage rug.  Layering the smaller, often more expensive rug, with the natural fibrous rug, extends its use and enhances the beauty of the room. Jute rugs are a bit susceptible to stains and moisture is their enemy.

·         Sisal – The thin, long, strong fibers of sisal rugs are extracted from the fibers of the henequen plant (from the cactus family), which are native to Mexico. Sisal rugs are a bit smoother and finer than jute rugs, and also have a rope-like texture. Though the sturdiness of these rugs will make them last for years, they don’t do well when moist or stained.

·         Seagrass – Another of the natural fibers, seagrass rugs are made from saltwater marshes. Starting off in their natural green color, these rugs often show no matting or footprints. Seagrass is pliable and less scratch than jute and sisal rugs. Cleaning these rugs with water will not leave a watermark, but to maintain their beauty, decorators keep them away from areas that might get a lot of moisture

Decorators also make use of synthetic fibers such as polypropylene when selecting area rugs in San Diego. These rugs are often used under dining tables because stains on them are easy to clean.  Leather is also a good option for its softness and durability. Leather rugs are also stain resistant and cleanups are easy.