If you have the room, outdoor dining furniture positioned close to the kitchen makes serving meals much easier. You won’ t want to carry plates and drinks across the entire garden every time you eat outside. The same applies to outdoor cooking areas, where keeping the barbecue or preparation space close to the house can make everything feel more joined up.
Consider all-year-round elements Indoor-outdoor flow shouldn’ t stop being useful when the sun starts going down earlier. Outdoor lighting makes a big difference to how the garden feels in the evening, particularly when you can see it from the living room or kitchen. Wall lights, ground lighting and smart lights around a seating area can make the outside feel welcoming without being too harsh.
Shelter is important with the unpredictable British weather. A pergola or covered patio means you can still enjoy the garden when it rains, while outdoor heating can make it more comfortable on colder evenings. Good drainage and weather-resistant furniture are worth thinking about, too. These details
might not be the most glamorous part of planning your indoor-outdoor flow, but planning ahead can make all the difference between a space you only use in summer and one you can enjoy throughout the year.
Bring the whole design together Finally, think about the smaller details that help your indoor and outdoor spaces feel like they belong together. That might mean carrying similar colours and designs through both areas, adding plenty of greenery near the doors or choosing outdoor cushions and accessories that complement your interiors.
You don’ t have to make everything an exact match. In fact, a garden that looks exactly like your living room can feel a little out-of-place. It’ s more about creating a natural connection between the two, so that the garden feels like an extension of your home rather than a completely separate space.
Good indoor-outdoor design should make everyday life easier, whether that’ s having friends over for a summer barbecue, letting more daylight into your home, or simply enjoying a better view while you cook dinner. Get the layout, doors and practical details right, and you can create a space that feels brighter and far more enjoyable throughout the whole year.
About Costel Radescu Founder and Director of CR Group Costel Radescu is the Founder and CEO of CR Group, a fully integrated property and construction company uniting five specialist divisions: CR Joinery, CR Developments & Constructions, CR Building Contractors, CR Designs, and CR Property Investments. With a background in hands-on construction and project management, he brings over a decade of industry experience across residential, commercial, and investment sectors.
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