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We have a hard time saying the bohemian look is a trend. Instead, this style has become a design category all its own, and it’s the epitome of effortless and cool. The look encourages heavy use of unique textiles — be they rugs, pillows or curtains. And there is no scarcity of color in a boho room — indoors or out.
While we love seeing bohemian living and bedrooms, we go gaga when this look is used for outdoor spaces. If you are taking on your own porch or patio project, here’s all the boho inspo you need.

 

Mix & Match

Nothing’s more bohemian than an eclectic mishmash of furniture, so take a note from this tiny little outdoor space and mix your favorite pieces. A bench hidden under a sheepskin throw for added texture is all the seating needed; elsewhere, a metal tray table and a low wooden stool provide ample space for all your green friends. And as any boho decorator worth their salt will tell you, cramming as much greenery as possible in any given space is a must to properly convey the chill-yet-chic aesthetic bohemian decor is known for.

   Photo : Ashley Batz.

Bright Space

This bright and bold escape is one where we could certainly see ourselves gathering this summer. Rich in color and exaggerated textiles, this space is truly a dream. When looking to pull off this look yourself, remember that incorporating a ton of prints is the name of the game; adding in a variety of patterned pillows will help you easily achieve this look. Photo : Boho Collective.

Small Yet Mighty

Do you think your space is too awkward and cramped for a complete transformation? Think again! Even the narrowest of porches can test out this look, as exhibited by this gorgeous space full of color and interest. Stuff your space full of pillows and plant life, and take advantage of wall space and design upward. Include great tapestries and art on the walls, and string up special lights to really drive the look home.

Photo : Carley Summers.

Mojave Magic

This space is giving us all sorts of desert vibes. The simple furniture really gives a greater emphasis to the bold linens, while terra-cotta planters and copious amounts of cacti transport you to another place entirely. After a few drinks, you could easily convince us we weren’t dining on our friend’s back porch in the ‘burbs — but somewhere much more magical.

Photo : Haneens Haven.

Set the Scene

This space is really all about the special accessories. To copy the look, find yourself a worn and weathered vintage door and hang up some twinkling string lights. While the decor here is pulled together quite nicely, we can’t help but point out that the homeowner has the most perfect backdrop: some stunning scenery.

Photo : _lucyinthesky/Instagram.

Start With a Hammock

Resolve to make this summer the one when you finally get that amazing hammock you’ve been eyeing. This cream macramé option is the epitome of cool. This hammock alone provides your porch with the ultimate in boho, and lush plant life and hanging lanterns really drive this look home.

Photo : Carley Summers.

Be Unique

We are officially calling dibs on this space for the summer. These cushions, covered in vintage rugs, are unlike anything else, and these plants are hung perfectly at varying heights. This stunning space perfectly captures the essence of what it is to be a lover of bohemian decor.

Photo : Glitter Guide.

Party Ready

The furniture is what makes this space what it is — and totally unique in shape and material. This perfect porch set is complemented by the red overdyed rug and blue shibori pillows. Pop in a couple of potted plants, and you are well on your way to a wonderful summer party setting.

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1. GET STARTED

Find Your Personal Style
Your personal style will determine the direction your dreams flow in. Do you prefer casual or formal mode, vintage or industrial chic, lots of open expanse or small cozy nooks? Which décor materials and colors are you drawn to? How about outdoor space – is a flower garden, fountain, tennis court, or swimming pool your idea of bliss? Check online or in decorating magazines to find home remodels that you love. Or take a course in planning and building your dream home. Then think about how these ideas could be adapted to your own abode.

Stretch Your Imagination
For some of us homebodies, dreaming of remodeling wish lists for our house – and practically every home we visit – comes as second nature. Coming up with the perfect vision is a mental exercise that will stretch the imagination and let your mind have fun with ideas. And on a more down-to-earth level, brainstorming is a useful technique that encourages you to think out of the box, identify your needs and wants, and come up with creative, feasible inspirations.

Make a List
Choose a place – whether a hardbound journal or an online document – to record your ideas. Keep a running list of the essential and not-so-essential features of your dream home. At the same time, write out an inventory of the features of your home as it is now – both pluses and problems. You may find that your home is closer to your personal ideal than you thought – great! On the other hand, if the negatives far outweigh the positives, this may spur you to move ahead with remodeling plans.

2. FOCUS ON SPECIFIC ROOMS

Kitchen
The kitchen is considered the heart of the home, so it’s no wonder that it tops the list of rooms which homeowners choose to remodel. What do you want your kitchen to be? A center for feeding the family, entertaining, and relaxing? A high-tech laboratory for experimenting with gourmet cuisine? A showplace that will be used more for impressing clients and other guests than hands-on cooking? The answer will determine whether you want a large central island with comfortable bar stool seating for a crowd, for example, or a safe place for your kids to sit away from the heat of the cooking action.

Bathroom
If you enjoy pampering yourself (and who doesn’t?), a dreamy bathroom can be your own in-home spa. Take your pick of luxurious features like an oversized soaking tub, multi-jet shower, magnificent view-framing window, chandelier, or tubside fireplace. On the other hand, you might prefer a high tech bath that gets you clean and ready to face the world with a minimum of fuss.

Living Room
Do you go for windows galore or would you prefer a subtly lit, comfy cave? Which would you choose – a chintzy, old-fashioned vibe or ultra-modern concrete surfaces? Do you thrive in a bustling hub of household activity or do you crave a more serene space where you can recharge after a busy day? Is an urban,  what you’d like for your living room, or would you be more at home with French country farmhouse style?

Bedroom
It’s generally believed that asking your bedroom to multitask by serving as a work area as well as a sleeping space can interfere with the quality of your slumber. You may wish to dedicate this room to total relaxation or prove yourself the exception to the rule by making room here for the ultimate home office. It’s your call.

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