Big City Style – Outdoors & Open-Air

Creating a stylish outdoor space in an urban setting can be an ideal getaway from the noise and heavy traffic of city streets. Condominium, loft, co-op and townhouse residents can easily transform a patio, deck or veranda into an extension of the indoors, creating the look of an expanded space in an intimate setting.

”City dwellers with rooftop decks or patios no longer have to squeeze oversized dining or lounge furniture and accessories into a small area. Products such as portable grills, chic rugs, elegant table lamps and colorful wall art are designed for the downsized outdoor room. The best part about living in a small area is that it is easy to change things around to create a brand new look,” states Mike Voyles owner of Home Infatuation.

Whether you are looking for a soothing sanctuary, a fresh air refuge where you can work on your laptop, or an upscale venue for entertaining, there are a host of design options, enabling urban dwellers to redefine their space with a rooftop garden or posh penthouse.

Below is your “must-want” list to adorn your address in the City:

Go Modular. Expand Your Space.

Lucky for the City dweller, outdoor furnishings are available in small packages. New to the family of outdoor furnishings are the Modular Suite Sets. Highlighted with a simplistic, modern design these cushy outdoor room suites are available by a dimensional space of 8’ x 8’ thru 13’ x 13.’

 The sets firm appearance belies the soft cushiony comfort you experience when you sit down. The outer cover is made of white weatherproof marine grade vinyl with a slightly textured surface that gives it the appearance of real leather.

Find comfortable, all-weather furniture in portable designs.

Collapsible outdoor pieces are ideal for small space. Not only portable, but designed in materials such as metal and teak, these pieces offer exquisite appeal and are essential to the modern urban outdoor space.

Wood flooring adds panache.

Cover that old cement! Choosing the right flooring for any space can do wonders when creating an ambiance. Snap Together Wood Deck Tiles bring a fresh look to cover any cement or hard surface. This lavish feature is perfect for use outdoors on a deck, balcony or rooftop.

Complete with mitered corners and beveled edges, the Snap Together Deck Tiles are designed to create a look of a hardwood floor. Offered in exquisite choices of wood, the Snap Together Deck Tiles come in Teak, Ipe, and Curapay & Rosewood.

Avoid clutter. Be selective with accessories.

Less is certainly more when equipping your outdoor room with “must have” accessories.

Outdoor TV’s, Wall Art and Portable Grills reign at the top of the list. HD ready outdoor TV’s allow you to enjoy television, movies and video games in the comfort of your own outdoor space regardless of the weather.

Outdoor wall art will allow you to create an open air gallery as large as your imagination will allow while adding to the color of your outdoor room.

Portable Electric Outdoor Grills have been the name of the game when it comes to entertaining or dining outdoors.

Decorative outdoor rugs – creates look of “large.”

Decorative Outdoor Rugs can enhance your deck space by adding a splash of color and creating a more inviting area with the contrast between the softness of the rug and a hard surface.

Aside from the design benefits, outdoor area rugs also provide many functional aspects. They will create traction in high slip areas, absorb loud noises, and are certainly comfortable to walk on barefoot. Outdoor Area Rugs are resistant to color fading from the sun, oblivious to the rain and can be easily cleaned.

Entertain stress-free with all-weather dinnerware.

There is no better way to accessorize for a party than with stunning hand designed, break-resistant dinnerware. Melamine dinnerware has an elegant and fashionable look befitting of even the swankiest event! Melamine’s durability and striking resemblance to porcelain has made it a host favorite for celebrity circles, hotels and private homes.

Sure to be a conversation starter, the design of each set has been customized to perfection by up and coming artists. One of a kind sets are available and range in an array of shapes and sizes, contrast and color.

Designer pillows bring charm and weather-resistance.

Complete your urban outdoor space with brightly-hued, all-weather throw pillows. The patterns and color choices have greatly expanded, brightening up or transforming the look of a chair, sofa or chaise. The use and longevity of treated acrylic fibers has opened the door to a variety of palettes and textures.

Outdoor pillows can handle the wear and tear of outdoor living and are increasingly durable. The fabrics are very resistant to sun fading and they have an inside stuffing or foam and are mold and mildew-resistant. For added flexibility in a “user friendly” making, outdoor pillows are now available with zippers so the covers can easily be taken off and machine washed.

Bright ideas to light up the night!

With a wide range of weather-resistant outdoor lighting, from oil torches to rechargeable candles, is now available. New to the mix are table and floor lamp styles with plush fabric shades, ornate glazed bodies and granite bases that will add an elegant touch to any outdoor room.

Acclaimed artist designs and the use of luxurious textiles have made outdoor lighting a new craze.

Keep this “must want” list close, as spring is in the air and with that comes an opportune time to revamp an old style. This is your moment to create not only the most luxurious outdoor setting, but with comfort and splendor in hand. Live the high life in your City this year, “Outdoors and Open-air.”

Home Infatuation, 250 East Main Street, Suite 209, Galesburg, IL 61401 309.341.0454 877.224.8925 customerservice@homeinfatuation.com