Top 7 Trends on Outdoor Modern Patio Furniture for 2013

As homeowners continue to spend more time and money on their outdoor spaces, outdoor modern patio furniture manufacturers have come up with new designs and innovative products to meet such growing needs and style preferences. This year, the latest outdoor furniture trends focus on design flexibility, indoor comfort and making great use of the outdoor area. Here are 7 trends you can expect to see for 2013.

1. Stackable patio chairs

Lightweight stackable patio chairs and table give versatile solutions for small yards, especially now that people are moving into smaller homes. They can be repositioned to maximize space and accommodate guests during outdoor gatherings. And when not in use, they can easily be stacked and stored away.

2. Outdoor rugs

Aside from bringing the look and comfort of indoors outdoors, rugs can also pull the entire space together. They come in all sizes, shapes, colors and patterns, making it easy for you to match your décor theme and extend the look of your home’s interior. Outdoor rugs are treated to resist water and fading.

3. Deep seating furniture

These furniture pieces continue to grow in popularity. Just like your indoor living room, this makes for a cozy and relaxing place to take refuge outdoors. Take for instance the North Mowing All Weather Wicker Love Seat Conversation Set by Alfresco Home that can seat the entire family.

4. Outdoor fabrics

Outdoor furniture fabrics continue to improve in texture, design and performance. They feel just as soft and comfy as their indoor counterparts while doing a good job of resisting stains, water and fading. Cleaning is also easy: simply wipe them down with mild soap and some warm water.

5. Multifunctional pieces

With the rise of outdoor rooms, backyards have now become multipurpose spaces for entertaining, cooking, lounging, swimming and dining. Firepit tables like the Basilica Mosaic Fire Pit and Beverage Cooler Table by Alfresco Home are one of the newest offerings that give warmth and ambience along with ample space for socializing and dining.

6. Motion seating

Swivel chairs, rockers and gliders are making a bigger presence in outdoor furniture collections this year. They are not exactly new, but motion seating like the Western Red Cedar Swing-A-Frame by All Things Cedar now comes in various styles and materials with contoured seats and deep-seating designs.

7. Transitional style

Overall, what might be the biggest trend in outdoor furniture this year is the move toward transitional design. This offers a mix of contemporary and classic styles, blending the comfort of traditional design and the clean lines of modern furniture, creating a simple and inviting look.

Now that you have some information on what’s in on the realm of outdoor furniture, perhaps it is time to make some updates to your alfresco space.