Outdoor Living Trends to Watch in 2023
As we step into a new year, it’s time to revamp our outdoor spaces to make them more inviting, functional, and sustainable. From merging indoor and outdoor living to incorporating natural stone pathways, here are the top outdoor living trends to watch in 2023.
Merge Indoor and Outdoor Living
The boundaries between indoor and outdoor living are blurring, and we couldn’t be more excited. This trend involves seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor spaces through the use of folding glass doors, enclosed verandas, and partially covered gardens. To take it to the next level, choose ultra-comfortable and luxe materials for outdoor furniture that feel more like indoor pieces. Think marble, granite, and metals like brass and copper.
Blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living
Greek-Inspired Touches
Get ready to be transported to the Mediterranean with Greek-inspired gardens that exude romance and history. To create this look, opt for Grecian statues, columns, formal hedges, archways, gravel gardens, and stone pathways. Don’t forget to add a pop of accent color in a mostly white garden to make it truly stand out.
A taste of the Mediterranean in your backyard
Natural Stone Pathways
Ditch the concrete and asphalt for natural stone pathways that not only add a touch of serenity to your outdoor space but also help reduce your carbon footprint. Choose brushed or textured stones made of granite, porcelain, sandstone, or limestone to create a cottage-style feel.
A low-maintenance and sustainable option
Plants for Privacy
Forget fences and decorative screens – plants are the new way to create a secluded sanctuary. Vertical planting can achieve privacy screening in small spaces by using rolling shelves, pergolas, trellises, hanging baskets, planter boxes, fence shelving, mounted containers, and pouches.
Natural and effective
Climate-Resilient Gardens
As we face the challenges of climate change, it’s essential to create gardens that are resilient and sustainable. This involves planting the right types of trees for a specific location, working with local arborists, and choosing plants that can thrive in drought conditions.
Gardening for a sustainable future
Terra Cotta
The new Garden Trends Report has declared terra cotta as the “color of the year” for 2023. This reddish-brown unglazed clay is used to create pots and planters that add a touch of warmth and coziness to your outdoor space.
Warm and inviting
Lit Garden Sculptures
Wow your guests with lit-up sculptures that transform your backyard into an intriguing space. Use fixtures you have on hand to thoughtfully light up sculptures, statues, and sundials to create a conversation starter.
A unique and captivating element
Upscale Relaxation
Since the pandemic, people have been craving a sense of relaxation and tranquility in their outdoor spaces. This trend is all about creating a calming, hotel-like atmosphere with high-quality furniture, outdoor rugs, pizza ovens, water features, elaborate firepits, and covered outdoor kitchens.
A calming oasis
Accessibility
The Garden Trends Report highlights accessibility as a top priority to help those with mobility issues and aging baby boomers stay active in the garden. This involves creating sturdy furniture, raised beds, and firm pathways that are wide and roomy.
Gardening for all
Sustainable Furniture
Consumers are prioritizing the planet in their purchases, and this trend is expected to continue in the new year. The sustainable outdoor furniture industry is booming, with options like bamboo, recycled plastic, rattan, and other eco-friendly materials.
Furniture that’s kind to the planet
