When it comes to interior design, there are certain rules and principles you need to follow to bring style and balance to that space, right? Things like symmetry, texture, natural elements, and color all play a role in how well a space is designed... But what about outdoor spaces? Do those same design rules and principles apply?
The answer to that question would be yes because a design style is all about the elements that make that design style what it is, not its location. Now, to be fair, some design styles translate better than others, nonetheless, there's no design style that doesn't work in an outdoor space.
If you're needing a bit of guidance on how to design your outdoor living space and get the most from it, take a look at some of the top interior design styles that translate from indoors to outdoors.
Top Interior Design Styles Best Fit For Outdoor Living Spaces
Bohemian Design Style
Bohemian, aka, "Boho," is defined by its lack of formal structure and best known for its carefree aesthetic of colors, patterns, and textures. Its style is designed for individuals who walk to the beat of their own drum but the history was inspired by nomads, artists, writers, and performers in the 19th century in France. During this time, these individuals believed that creativity held more weight and more value than that of money. With the refusal to conform to societal norms, the Bohemian style turned into an unconventional interior design trend all on its own.
For your outdoor living space, you can incorporate globally-inspired rugs and pillows of beautiful tribal prints and patterns, decor depicting travel, and other accents reflective of various cultures. For example, chandeliers and wicker outdoor furniture are great options for this style. You just want to make sure that when shopping for your patio furniture, to make sure it's made with the best of materials for durability.
French Country
French Country is a popular design style that's prominent in the interiors of homes but can also be translated to the interiors of homes too. With this design style, you're going to see more warm and Earth-tone colors of red, brown, orange, and yellow. You'll also be using more natural decor like wood, greenery, and stone. This style is very classy and elegant, and definitely not as free-spirited as Bohemian style, so choose your furnishing very wisely.
Coastal/Hamptons
The coastal design style is one that's as relaxed and lucid as the coastal waters it's inspired by. First and foremost, the thing to understand about coastal design is that you don't have to live on the coast or near water for that matter, to incorporate the design into your outdoor living space.
With coastal design, you're going for a relaxed feel, somewhat similar to the Bohemian vibe and feel but more structured. Coastal design is reminiscent of the beach. That means that everything is light and airy, the color scheme consists of beach colors like blue and white, and you'll see beachy accents like rope and sand or shells in jars.
Your furniture will mostly be blue or white, or a combination of the two, but one thing's for sure, every time you set foot onto your outdoor living space, you'll feel just like you're along a coastline, whether your true geographic location is there or not.
There are many more interior design styles to choose from that easily transfer to exterior design. Whether you want a shabby-chic outdoor space or a rustic one, your options are limitless as to what you can do. Look at your outdoor space as a blank canvas and let your inner interior designer make its debut as an inspiring exterior designer!
