Get Your Patio or Backyard Ready for Gatherings & Outdoor Living While Social Distancing
Summer might be coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean patio season is over! Fall is the perfect time to make the most of whatever outdoor space you have, and especially given the continued need for social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s looking like a lot of gatherings may be taking place outside this season.
Whether you’re having friends over to watch the football game or simply want to enjoy a nice dinner with loved ones, our staff at Williams Ski & Patio is here to help transform your patio or outdoor space into a safe, socially distanced sanctuary. Check out a few of our best design tips below:
Invest in High-Quality Patio Furniture
If you’re planning an outdoor party or gathering, investing in patio furniture you love is a no-brainer. We recently wrote a blog post on how to choose the right outdoor patio furniture for your own specific needs, but to recap, we highly recommend considering the following when shopping for furniture for an outdoor space:
The frame material (wicker, wood, stainless steel, etc.)
The amount of space you’re working with
The number of people you’d ideally like to host
Your intentions for the space as a whole
These factors are key to narrowing down which patio furniture will work best for you, and we encourage you to browse our outdoor furniture gallery beforehand for some inspiration.
Not looking to purchase new furniture right now? Our staff at Williams Ski & Patio also offers outdoor furniture maintenance and repair services to help get the pieces you already love in top shape for the season.
Set Up for Safety
Once you’ve picked out your furniture, be sure to strategically set it up to ensure your guests will be comfortable and adhere to safe social distancing guidelines. Six feet of social distance is the official recommendation from the CDC, but you’ll also want to consider 1) how many people will be in attendance and 2) how much space you have to play around with.
If you find yourself needing more space, try to get creative! Is there any way you could shift your current set up to allow for more guests? Could you expand the party onto your lawn, partially indoors, or maybe even use some garage space? Taking a quick inventory of accessible space could be more helpful than you think!
Bring in the Right Style Elements
Once you’ve selected the furniture you love and set it up specifically for a socially distanced gathering, it’s time to top it all off with some finishing touches like outdoor rugs, mood lighting, candles, or fun throw blankets and pillows. Not only will these details help make your space feel a lot more cozy, but they’ll help the environment feel more like an extension of your home rather than just a space right outside of it.
Design tip: Try to match your rug, blankets, and pillows with the type of patio furniture you have for a more cohesive look. For example, neutral wicker furniture looks great with a fun pop of color or almost any pattern for contrast.
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When it comes to getting your patio or outdoor area ready for all that fall has to offer, Williams Ski & Patio is here to help. We’d love to guide you through the design process or even just assist you in selecting patio furniture that you will enjoy for years to come. Give us a call or stop in today to get started!