Do you have a backyard, terrace, or any outdoor space? You can turn it into a living space like a bedroom, bathroom, living room, kitchen, or dining room. Outdoor living is a fun trend that people love. Let’s explore some cool ideas for outdoor living rooms in different styles and colors!
What Style To Choose For An Outdoor Living Room?
Your outdoor living room can have any style you like: modern, farmhouse, boho, contemporary, Scandinavian, minimalist, and more. Many people match the style of their outdoor space with the inside of their house to make it look smooth and connected.
A beautiful neutral farmhouse porch with neutral wicker furniture, a round coffee table, potted plants and blooms.
A black outdoor living area with black wicker furniture, pillows, lights, pendant lamps, coffee tables and potted plants.
A boho living room with rattan furniture, a coffee table, boho rugs and pillows, potted cacti and some decor.
A boho outdoor living room with a corner sofa, rattan chairs, poufs, potted plants, a rug and lights over the space.
A boho outdoor living room with a jute rug and poufs, a sofa with black and white pillows, a low black table and a pendant chair.
A boho outdoor living room with a pallet sofa and pouf, a coffee table, a rug, lots of pillows, lights and potted plants.
A boho outdoor living room with potted plants, a white sofa, boho rugs and an ottoman, a living edge table and decorative baskets on the wall.
A boho outdoor living room with rattan furniture, colorful textiles, candle lanterns, a side table and some potted plants.
A boho outdoor living room with wooden furniture, a rattan chair, colorful pillows, greenery and some rugs and coffee tables.
A boho tropical patio with a wooden bench and lots of pillows, catchy rattan chairs, a wooden table and a boho rug plus Moroccan lanterns.
A bold boho outdoor living room with super colorufl pillows and cushions, layered rugs, rattan coffee tables and potted plants.
A bright and vivacious outdoor living room done with tiles, white wicker furniture, pastel upholstery and pillows and lots of greenery and blooms.
A bright boho living room with a corner sofa and colorful pillows, a fire pit, rattan chairs and some bold potted plants.
A catchy monochromatic outdoor living room with a built-in fireplace, suspended daybeds, round ottomans and a large printed rug.
A chic Mediterranean terrace done in neutrals, with a roof, greenery, a creamy sofa and pillows, stumps and a wicker chair, pendant lamps.
A chic pastel backyard with white contemporary furniture, floor lamps, refined tables and a greenery wall.
Choosing a Style for Your Outdoor Living Room
The colors are also up to you and to the style you’ve chosen – there are no limitations as even if the space is small, due to the fact that it’s an outdoor one, it will look bigger. Stick to what inspires you as dopamine-inspired decor is extremely in trend now.
Creating an outdoor living space doesn’t have to be expensive. Look for DIY projects online, upcycle old furniture, and find deals at thrift stores or online marketplaces.
A contemporary outdoor living room with stylish furniture, a small bar and a living wall as a backdrop.
A cool modern outdoor living room with neutral woven furniture, printed pillows, a wooden table and potted plants welcomes.
A cool Scandinavian outdoor living room with a grey sofa, white and black chairs, a hairpin leg coffee table and potted greenery.
A cozy outdoor living room with a wicker sofa, rattan chairs, a coffee table, a rug and pillows plus a lake view.
A light-filled modern rustic living room with a white corner sofa, rattan tables and chairs, jute poufs and a rug, potted plants and candles.
A lively Mediterranean outdoor space with a white built-in sofa with neutral upholstery and bright pillows, a wooden trestle table and wicker chairs, greenery weaving around the pillars.
A lively summer terrace with rattan furniture, a comfy sofa, printed textiles, a low table and lots of greenery around.
A lovely minimalist terrace with chevron wooden floors, a white low sofa, metal and wooden chairs, a sculptural side table and potted plants.
A lovely modern farmhouse outdoor living room with a fireplace, a suspended daybed, modern chairs, potted plants and blooms and a wooden chandelier.
A lovely modern backyard with a wooden deck, a planked sofa and a table, a rattan chair, a storage unit with firewood.
A lovely neutral outdoor living room with chic rattan furniture, pendant lamps,a coffee table, some pillows, baskets and blooms.
A lovely outdoor living room with a fireplace, striped black and white sofas, white chairs, a black upholstered ottoman and some greenery.
A modern boho outdoor living room with a neutral sofa and pillows, neutral chairs and rattan ones, potted plants and some lights over the space.
A modern Mediterranean living room with a yellow loveseat, a rattan chair, blue touches, decorative baskets and potted plants.
A modern neutral back porch with wooden furniture, a printed stool, potted greenery and stools.
A modern outdoor living room with a wooden deck, potted greenery, metal furniture with upholstery.
A modern outdoor living room with red wicker lamps, modern furniture on casters, a fire pit with pebbles around and a tree.
A modern rustic outdoor living room with wicker and wooden furniture, neutral textiles, poufs, side tables and potted plants.
A modern rustic outdoor living room with wicker furniture, a coffee table, potted blooms and greenery and lots of pillows.
Picking Colors for Your Outdoor Living Room
The colors are totally up to you and the style you pick. Even if your space is small, it will feel bigger because it’s outside. Choose colors that make you happy. Bright, cheerful colors are very popular right now.
Styling Your Outdoor Living Room
First, decide if you want a roof or if it will be completely open. Having some kind of cover, like a roof or umbrellas, is a good idea. It keeps you from getting too hot, protects your furniture, and keeps you dry if it rains.
Next, plan where to put things. Add a sofa, bench, or loveseat, some chairs, maybe hanging chairs or loungers. Coffee tables, rugs, lanterns, table lamps, and a fireplace or fire pit make the space cozy and feel like an indoor living room. Use as many furniture and light pieces as you would inside, and your outdoor space will be just as inviting. Good lighting is key to creating a cozy atmosphere in the evening. Consider solar lights, string lights, lanterns, and candles to add a warm glow to your space. Your guests will love it!
A monochromatic summer rooftop area with black furniture, black and white textiles, candle lanterns and potted greenery and trees.
A neutral boho living room with a white sofa, a wicker chair, a coffee table, candle lamps, a rug and an umbrella with tassels.
A neutral boho living room with comfy seating furniture, coffee and side tables, a boho rug and pillows and some plants.
A neutral farmhouse outdoor living room with a fireplace, a corner sofa, a coffee table, potted plants and a rug.
A neutral Scandinavian terrace with olive green upholstered furniture, folding chairs and a coffee table, a pendant chair and potted plants.
A pretty outdoor living room with a screen with lights, an umbrella, a corner sofa with pillows, a fire pit, rattan furniture and plants.
A Scandinavian outdoor living room with concrete planters, wooden and pallet furniture and a hanging rattan chair.
A small and lovely outdoor area with white seating furniture, coffee tables, potted plants and blooms.
A small outdoor space with an L-shaped sofa, lights and lanterns, a chair, a copper coffee table and some ottomans.
A welcoming Mediterranean outdoor space with a neutral sofa with bright pillows, a stained wooden table, greenery and blooms and candle lanterns is amazing.
A welcoming neutral boho meets modern porch with a low coffee table, wicker furniture with neutral pillows and cushions.
An outdoor boho living room with a wicker corner sofa, a pendant chair, boho rugs, a coffee table and some potted plants and lights.
An outdoor boho living room with cool rattan furniture, pendant lanterns, boho decor and rugs and some greenery.
An outdoor space with a grey sofa, neutral chairs, a low coffee table, lanterns hanging over the space, potted plants.
Seasonal Decorating Ideas
Changing your decorations with the seasons to keep your outdoor space fresh and inviting is always a good idea. In spring, use pastel accessories and fresh flowers to celebrate new beginnings. Summer calls for bright, vibrant colors and beach-themed decor to evoke a sense of fun and relaxation. In the fall, embrace warm tones and natural elements like pumpkins and leaves to create a cozy atmosphere. Winter is perfect for cool colors and festive decorations, adding fairy lights and evergreens for a magical touch.