3 Ways to Prep Your Porch for Summer Entertaining
Summer is upon us! We’re ready to spend carefree hours basking in the coastal sunshine, enjoying the ocean breeze, and mingling with friends and family. We’re excited to embrace the warmer weather and longer days because, here at Furnish, we’re all about cultivating community and making magical summer memories. Let’s dive into the best ways to prepare your porch for summer entertainment!
Design with a Vision
At Furnish, we’re concerned with producing well-designed spaces that combine vision with purpose–especially when it comes to entertaining. In order to fashion a summer-ready porch, the first step is to determine the kind of atmosphere you’d like to create. If you’re looking to break out your BBQ, share a meal with your family, and gather round to watch a football game, then we’ll prioritize ample dining space and an outdoor-ready entertainment center. Or perhaps you’ve always dreamed of curating a backyard (or front porch) getaway filled with luxurious foliage, dreamy furnishings, and a custom patio bar. No matter what you’re envisioning, we’re here to breathe life into all your summer entertaining fantasies. We’ve designed idyllic porches to include everything from fully-functioning outdoor kitchens to cozy lounge areas where you can curl up and enjoy your favorite movie.
We know the importance of fashioning a space that is comfortable in all seasons, and that’s why we’ll walk through all the ways we can make your porch a year-round getaway. We’ll prioritize climate control–fans on a painted ceiling, custom sun shades, lightweight blankets for cool evening sunsets–and outfitting your porch with durable textiles so you’re ready to entertain come sun or rain.
Dive Into the Details
Creating an attractive porch might seem overwhelming at first, but we’ll let you in on an important secret: it’s all about the details. Are you ready to have some fun? Try writing down all the things you think will make your porch irresistible–the more specific, the better. Our design team will navigate you through all the ins and outs: where to include shade structures, which potted plants would complement your aesthetic, and even what areas of your porch or yard could be transformed into an outdoor game area. We’ll also outline a comfortable and inviting seating arrangement by incorporating custom furniture adorned with vibrant, outdoor pillows. From tastefully strung lights and thriving greenery to custom in-ground fire pits and quintessential outdoor bar carts, we’ll help you discover exactly which elements will suit all your needs.
Think Lowcountry
A firm handshake, soul-satisfying peach cobbler, a home-cooked meal–there’s nothing better than Southern hospitality. When prepping your porch for summer entertainment, it’s a good idea to incorporate elements unique to coastal life: a delightful porch swing, a traditional rocking chair, and even local Lowcountry decor. What kinds of things help you wind down after a long day? Perhaps it’s sharing a drink with your neighbors, roasting s’mores, or settling into a rocker with a good book. We’ll bring serenity to your space by integrating natural elements like rattan furniture, seagrass baskets, oyster shells, and thoughtfully placed greenery.