I think modern patio decor is one of my favorite topics from fire pits to pizza ovens to the patio lights strung over top to set the entire ambiance of the evening. Even more important, I love adding to the aesthetics of our home and sharing the beautiful home decor that I have found to inspire your outdoor entertaining as well. This post features one of my patio decor ideas with details about why each item caught my eye.
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How can I make my backyard look modern?
CLEAN LANDSCAPING
Embrace simplicity by opting for clean lines and a minimal approach to your backyard design. Remove excess clutter to keep the space open and inviting.
OUTDOOR LIVING
Just like you would inside of your home, think of your outdoor space as another living space that you want to make welcoming and inviting, yet matching the aesthetics with the rest of your home. If you have an otherwise modern home, your backyard should reflect that. You can create outdoor living spaces by thinking of seating areas, dining spaces, and cooking areas and use sleek yet comfortable furniture with clean designs to keep everything aesthetic and modern.
MODERN MATERIALS
Choose materials with a modern appeal such as concrete, glass, stone, steel, and even stucco when paired with the correct furniture.
OUTDOOR LIGHTING
Lighting sets the mood, so install modern light fixtures and highlight specific areas of your backyard to create ambiance.
OUTDOOR SPEAKERS
If you have the budget, consider adding sleek outdoor speakers that are hidden in corners. This will create a surround sound effect and make a relaxing vibe as you play soothing dinner tones or fun pop depending on the vibe of the occasion you are hosting. This also solves the trouble of placing a small speaker outside that doesn't quite fill the space with sound or plugging in a sound bar every time you have guests over.
COLOR PALETTE
If you are going for modern patio decor, choose modern colors to decorate your outdoor space. Neutral tones such as black, white, tan, and earthy shades will create a relaxing and inviting yet luxe feeling to your backyard.
