Most people design their backyards and patios around an open space, usually leaving the outdoor barbecue area to itself.
However, if you think about designing your outdoor dining area around the barbecue, ultimately you are creating an eat-in kitchen in your very own backyard. Doing this can make your outdoor space feel cozy and intimate, just as your kitchen does. And an added bonus is that your guests get to drool over the smells going on in your barbecue all night long!
I love the look of this outdoor dining area design. The furniture, lighting, accessories and florals work together as individual elements as well as a cohesive, polished, overall design.
Bright pink flowers both cut in vases on the table as well as planted in classic outdoor planters, work perfectly with the brick patio and white walls. And I love how interior wainscoting is mimicked outside with brick along the side of the house, making the barbecue area seem even more built-in.
Bright white outdoor dinnerware pops off the table and creates a pristine, clean surface to deface with ketchup, mustard and juicy burgers.
Now lets talk about the major elements in the space:
This classic acacia wood dining set is traditional wood dining furniture at its best. Folding chairs allow you to keep extras on hand if you have more guests over, while the arms and pads make the chairs feel substantial and sturdy. The extendable table is perfect for a last minute addition or an intimate set up.
One of the best colors to pair with red brick and crisp white is aqua blue. The color contrasts so perfectly and adds so much character to the space, I could not imagine anything else working so well. This graphic indoor outdoor chevron rug works perfectly with the traditional surrounding to make the space feel cool and contemporary.
One of the biggest additions to your outdoor barbecue space that will make it feel homey and stylish is outdoor wall lighting. Silver outdoor wall lights are a great choice to create an outdoor space that fits in with your indoor style. Instead of opting for the usual black steel, choose a silver finish to create an elevated look.
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