If you love your patio and you talk to someone who
experienced the 1950s and the 1960s, they might mention the “patio culture”
that emerged and share some fond memories. Right after World War II, many
Americans moved to the suburbs and became known as the “patio culture.”
Apparently critics of the patio culture at the time called the patio culture a
“strange netherworld of rathskellers and dens, of cheese dips and cocktails
(the required icebreakers in a highly mobile society), of Kaffeklatsches and card
parties, and of outer-directed husbands and neurotic corporate wives.”[1][2] One of the first developments that helped the
patio culture thrive was Levittown on Long
Island , New York
Today, patios are very popular. According to Better Homes
& Gardens, patios are growing in popularity thanks to their long-term value
and a trend toward outdoor living.[4]
According to the American Institute of Architects’ Home Design Trend Survey
more than one-third of home buyers want a patio or space level terraced with
the ground.[5] Also
according to this survey, although the trend for homeowners isn’t about
spending on lot size but on lot amenities, 60% of architects reported that
creating outdoor living spaces including patios and outdoor rooms is on the
rise.[6]
If you’re following the trend to leave the air-conditioned
comfort of luxurious homes in order to breathe some great air and enjoy nature
on your own patio, you’re not alone. Your patio can reflect your personality.
If you’re on your patio this minute, you might be thinking about upgrading it to
be more inviting. If a flood of concerns start flooding your mind, remember to
consider what you are looking for on your patio. For instance, many home owners
look for ease of maintenance, style, durability and comfort. Can you revamp
what you already have rather than go buy brand new furniture? Sure you can.
Some households capture the “I want that” feeling by upcycling
their cluttery worn furniture. All it takes is a little imagination, maybe some
idea gathering to get you going, and looking at your old furniture with a
decorator’s eye. Here’s a great example that sticks out to me.[7] It
provides comfort, style and durability, and low maintenance. Score! Here’s another very creative upcycling
project that involved old metal planters that were converted into beautiful
loungy patio furniture.[8] Indulge in turning furniture that you think
should be tossed into something that is eye catchy. Bring your own personal
flare and let your inner child take part.[9]
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