How to furnish and transform an open terrace

The open terrace or porch, a space that connects the interior and exterior of the home, is an often neglected corner waiting to be transformed into an oasis of comfort and style. With spring in mind, your porch can become an inviting and versatile retreat, a place to relax, entertain and enjoy beautiful moments with your guests.

Below we explore innovative ideas and practical tips on how to furnish and transform an open veranda into a stylish and functional space.

How to turn your porch into a small living room

What could be better than relaxing with a good book, enjoying the rays of the afternoon sun? If you have an open terrace, you can consider creating an inviting living room. With elegant wicker sofas and armchairs, you'll add a touch of class to your home's veranda. Alternatively, for a more rustic style, opt to create a relaxing corner with some pallets. In both cases, complement the furniture with soft light cushions and create small arrangements with candles, plants and whatever else you wish on the tables or other support points.

How to transform your terrace into the ultimate green corner

Do you have an open terrace, don't know how to furnish it and are you a nature lover? Create a green corner full of aromatic and ornamental plants. The choice of the most suitable plants will obviously depend on the climatic conditions and the exposure of your veranda. A suitable solution for many locations are climbing plants such as bougainvillea, ivy and wisteria. For a year-round green porch, focus on evergreens like myrtle and geranium. Enrich the space with large vases or shelves in which herbs can thrive.

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How to turn your terrace into a dining room to welcome guests

Hosting meals can be tricky if you don't have enough space available to accommodate guests. So why not make your porch a space specifically designed to host entertaining? The style of furnishing a porch can be customized according to your tastes and the style of the whole house. Opt for a glass table with essential lines if you want to give a more minimal touch to the space. You can also equip your terrace with some metal and modern chairs. If you prefer a more shabby chic style, opt for soft, light colors, vases with aromatics like lavender and wicker furniture. A rustic dining table goes well with country landscapes and a terrace surrounded by nature. You can also place a cozy barbecue (BBQ) on the terrace, so you can organize delicious Sunday - and not only - barbecues for your loved ones.

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Some furnishing tips for the perfect open terrace

There are details that can never be missing from an open porch. If you don't have a lot of space, but want to add a green touch to the surroundings, choose garlands and place them around the perimeter of the space. Flowers and plants, after all, are essential for any terrace. If your problem is too much light and direct sun, you can consider installing a pergola or covering with curtains. This way, with just one detail you can enjoy protection from the sun and elegantly furnish the space you have at your disposal. And when it comes to lighting, choose elegant floor lamps and take advantage of solar lighting. Remember also that warm light will give a sense of warmth and atmosphere to the environment.

Follow the ideas above and create the most beautiful and practical open terrace, where you can spend beautiful moments with your loved ones. If you are looking for more tips and ideas for the home, take a look at the Spitogatos blog articles and find what you need!