Get the look: Outdoor Oasis in Small Spaces
Bring some laid-back, sun-drenched vibes to your outdoors with stylish and comfortable pieces for relaxing and entertaining.
There’s nothing better than enjoying some alfresco dining at home with friends and family and savouring the sunshine.
As the weather really warms up and the days stretch out, it’s the perfect time to make the most of your outdoors. And with the right furniture and styling, it’s easy to make your home look more open and spacious.
Whether you’ve got a sprawling garden that can play host to backyard cricket or a bite-size balcony, we’ve assembled some great pieces for entertaining in spaces big and small.
Everdure by Heston Blumenthal charcoal BBQ
Small but mighty, this charcoal barbeque is an all-seasons essential for compact outdoor areas. It’s portable and easy to use for your next picnic, backyard or balcony do! $199, Harvey Norman.
Rodeo outdoor dining chair
Take it easy in this stylish and super comfortable design. Detailed rope support paired with a plush foam cushion make this chair ideal for long hours of relaxing in the sun. Available at Harvey Norman.
Sussex terracotta pot
Your plants will look happy as Larry in this minimal design with etched detailing. Perfect for indoor and outdoor use, also available in white. $59.99 Adairs.
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Bring your outdoors to life with pieces you’d expect to see inside.
Think artwork, coloured cushions, soft throws and potted plants.
Small time heroes
Make your small space feel bigger with clever placement of minimal furniture and accessories.
When you’re working with a small area, it’s important to steer clear of chunky or heavy-looking furniture. Instead, choose pieces that look light and airy. Wire-framed or woven rattan furniture are great options to create the look and feel of more space. Simply pair them with soft furnishings — a comfortable cushion or a cosy throw — to soften the look.
Other excellent space savers like bar style dining and extension tables work well to give you extra dining space when you need it. Clever pieces that do double-duty — an ottoman as a coffee table and a footstool, for example — are also smart buys. And above all, make sure your seating is comfortable and welcoming.
Samson drinks trolley, Oz Design Furniture
Bon 5-piece outdoor bar dining setting, Harvey Norman
