From Deck to Dock: Planning for Patio Season

As the days grow brighter and warmer, it's time to start planning for patio season. Channel your creative energy into transforming your outdoor space – be it a patio, porch, balcony, gazebo, dock or garden – into a relaxing retreat. We've rounded up some of the best outdoor patio furniture and décor trends for this season to consider when planning your outdoor oasis.

Get excited for patio season with these 10 outdoor patio furniture and décor trends.

Featured: Jetia 63” Teak Outdoor Dining Table

Outdoor Dining Tables
Spend more time dining alfresco this summer with a large outdoor dining table – a popular outdoor furniture trend for 2020. There are an array of options to choose from when it comes to table shape, material and style. Popular picks include:

• Tables with unique rattan and teak bases 
• Modern tables with fire pits 
• Classic round tables 
• Mixed material tables (such as a concrete and wood table)

Consider the Jetia teak collection of stunning teak tables all made of reclaimed teak wood from old houses and fisher boats. Hard wearing and highly resistant to decay and almost immune to rain, frost, snow or sun.

Featured: Honolulu Sea 3 Piece Patio Bistro Set

Bistro & Bar-Style Dining Sets
If you are furnishing a smaller outdoor space – such as a balcony, garden, small patio or terrace – opt for a bistro or bar-style outdoor dining set instead with a smaller, bar-height table and chairs. Consider a table that can be used indoors and outdoors to get more use from the piece.

Consider the European bistro-inspired Robara Collection. The handcrafted bistro chairs, benches & stools are made with premium rattan frames, and can be used indoors, too. 

Featured: Enchanting Shores Flexible Outdoor Sectional

Modular Outdoor Sectional Sofas 
This patio season, we’re seeing the rise of flexible outdoor spaces that are easy to adapt to your needs in the moment. Modular outdoor sectional sofas will help you achieve a cozy, outdoor living room feel, while enabling you to break apart and rearrange sections for custom seating arrangements. Choose a modular sectional sofa made from an all-weather material, from the base to the cushioning, and opt for cushions in vibrant colours.

Consider the Enchanting Shores Flexible Outdoor Sectional. This modular section enables you to rearrange your space in a number of ways with only four separate pieces. The end tables can also be used for additional seating, and the adjustable sofa backs can be laid down for a comfortable lounging surface.

Featured: Solera Blue/White Sofa Cushions

Colourful Cushions
2020 interior design invites you to get bold with colour and patterns, and to showcase your personality inside and outside of the home. An easy way to achieve this and add a pop of colour and playfulness to your outdoor space is with decorative outdoor pillows. Consider opting for Classic Blue, Pantone’s colour of the year, and don’t shy away from mixing patterns and colours. Add interest using pillows featuring unique images, and choose pillows with machine-washable covers that can be repurposed for indoor use as well.

Consider the beautiful Lilika outdoor sofa in henna teak complete with a six-piece cushion set in refreshing Sea Green from the FCA Collection. Or, for your existing outdoor seating, opt for the vibrant Parakeet Pillows also from the FCA Collection. These playful, hand-painted pillows are perfect for indoor and outdoor use.

Accent Rugs
Another way to achieve a cohesive look and create that indoor feel to your outdoor space is with an outdoor area rug. Experiment with bold patterns and colours, or even try layering rugs. You can also consider a vintage-inspired rug with that sought-after worn, faded look.

Featured: French Shores Egg Patio Swing Chair

Rattan & Wicker Furniture & Accessories
If you have read to this point, you’ve probably picked up on the rattan and wicker furniture trend. Whether you’re furnishing the patio, porch, gazebo, dock or another outdoor space, you can’t go wrong with classic rattan or wicker pieces, which have even made their way indoors for 2020. 

Rattan and wicker furniture is light, durable and available in a variety of creative styles that lend a rustic, country feel to your outdoor setting. Whether you opt for rattan or wicker accent chairs, a sofa, outdoor lounge chairs or a daybed, these pieces will last for years to come.

Consider less typical rattan and wicker pieces, such as high-rise chairs or egg-shaped chairs. For example, the French Shores Egg Patio Swing Chair from the FCA Collection is a modern take on the traditional patio swing. The Jendral collection features high-style rattan frame designs from Alu-Rattan™ and ArtFibre™ materials for ultra-durable pieces designed to withstand the elements. Each piece is contract-grade and completely maintenance-free.

You can also accessorize with modern rattan and wicker baskets that are decorative and add storage.

Featured: Island Pebbles Patio Canopy Daybed

Outdoor Daybeds
Who doesn’t enjoy an outdoor siesta on a sunny summer day? No doubt, an outdoor daybed makes this all the more enticing. These pieces add a luxurious yet cozy feel to your outdoor space, and create the perfect spot for unwinding with a good book or taking that afternoon nap. Consider a daybed with a canopy for a shady retreat from the sun, one with a light, durable base, such as wicker, and add style and comfort with decorative throw pillows and blankets. 

Consider the Island Pebbles Patio Canopy Daybed from the FCA Collection that will have you feeling like you are on a luxury, tropical retreat.

Vintage Accents
Another 2020 trend that’s popular outdoors is contrasting modern outdoor furniture and vintage accents. Consider incorporating one or two vintage-inspired outdoor decor pieces to your outdoor space, whether in the form of a retro accent chair, lantern or other lighting fixture, wall clock or distressed area rug. 

Mixed Materials
Teak, concrete, cast iron, rattan, aluminum and polywood are all trending for patio season 2020. And there is no reason to stick with one material throughout your outdoor space. Add interest and dimension to your space by mixing materials. From outdoor dining tables to accent chairs to loveseats, make a statement by choosing pieces designed with a combination of these materials in a unique way.

Featured:Larochette 3-Piece Outdoor Living Package

Outdoor Lighting
No outdoor space is complete without outdoor lighting, and there is an array of creative options to choose from to achieve the theme or mood you desire. Whether you choose outdoor lamps, hanging lighting, wall mounts or lanterns, outdoor lighting enables you to get maximum use of your outdoor space.   

The FCA collection features a variety of outdoor lighting in unique shapes, materials, and a variety of colours. The Aslong LED Outdoor Collection features light-up furniture items – including chairs, planters, coffee tables and even bar-height tables – that each light up in countless colours to suit your mood.  This collection is sure to add light, colour and fun to any outdoor space! They are also lightweight, cordless and weather-proof.

In addition to outdoor furniture, accessorize your space with unique pieces that showcase your personality, such as outdoor planters, teak trays and centerpieces in eye-catching shapes, or even fun colourful coolers. Incorporate outdoor umbrellas to create comfortable shady spaces, and planters with vegetables, herbs or your favourite summer blossoms to create an even more refreshing and calming atmosphere. Explore the wide selection of modern outdoor furniture and décor on Furniture.ca, and create an outdoor retreat you will enjoy all season long.