Decorating & Design
20+ Cozy Outdoor Seating Areas That Can Be Enjoyed Day & Night
Updated on May 9, 2022
Clear blue skies and warm sunny days never seem to last long enough, so it’s important to soak up every minute! Whether you’re roasting marshmallows with the family, lounging solo on a hot summer day, or dining alfresco, these outdoor seating areas are the place to be, day or night.
Scroll down and get inspired by these outdoor conversation sets, dining areas and more!
This Montreal backyard is the ultimate summer hangout, offering a variety of seating and lounge areas. An upper dining area flows seamlessly into a lower level that features a solo lounger and hot tub.
Below the deck is a conversation area where a gas Corten steel fire pit and Acapulco-style chairs create a cool urban atmosphere.
A Japandi-inspired dining area on this terrace features a mix of white and wood furniture including a U-shaped ipê bench. Whether dining or playing games, we’d never want to go inside with a view like that.
Comfort is key in this outdoor dining room that features 8 woven chairs with matching seat and back cushions. Hanging rattan pendants and a custom pergola give this backyard a luxurious feel.
In this outdoor great room, Sarah Keenleyside, co-host of HGTV’s Backyard Builds, tackled her own urban oasis. Three separate seating areas offer everything you’d want in a city backyard: dining, lounging, and cozying up by a fire. Keep scrolling for a closer look at each distinct space.
The dining area has a boho feel, with an eclectic mix of chairs, stools and a built-in bench. Pro tip: suspending an arched lighting fixture from your fence will create a unique focal point.
In the conversation area, a small rattan sectional and tray-like coffee table are stylish and functional. A nearby basket stores overflow pillows and blankets for chillier evenings.
Below the deck is a separate outdoor seating area where a built-in bench and stools surround a contemporary fire pit.
This outdoor living room has everything you need for an evening of entertaining and lounging. Woven furniture is stylish and functional, while a mix of side tables offer convenient spots for placing cocktails, wine and appetizers. Finally, a fire bowl, suspended lighting and a selection of lanterns set the mood when day turns to dusk.
In this ranch-style home in Vancouver, B.C., designer Rosie Daykin and her husband Paul enjoy an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The outdoor dining table is a natural extension from the indoor living room, and feels like a lush escape surrounded by oversized flower arrangements.
“In the evenings, we like to lounge on the Muskoka chairs and have a glass of wine by the fire,” says designer Caroline Bouffard of her quaint Eastern Townships cottage. The outdoor fireplace will keep fingers and toes warm once the sun sets.
Red Muskoka chairs are a charming addition to the firepit in the backyard of this country home. Tree-trunk side tables and large rocks for extra seating feel appropriately rustic.
A bright and airy lounge area — tucked on the lower level of this deck — is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Surrounding foliage provides extra privacy from the barbecue area and dining table.
In the backyard of this charming West Coast home, the large fire bowl provides plenty of warmth on cool summer evenings. Muskoka chairs painted black are a modern touch.
Clean-lined, neutral furniture paired with plush, oversized floor cushions create an intimate space for lakeside lounging.
Designer Aly Velji’s Calgary backyard feels like a trip to Palm Springs! In the geometric firepit area, turquoise chairs have a retro vibe. “Every time I look at my yard, it makes me happy,” says Aly.
On the gravel shore of a pond outside this rustic country home, the firepit area is a quiet place for contemplation — or, when the sun goes down, cocktails and conversation.
This outdoor patio finds the perfect balance between modern design and natural elements. The center table — made out of stacked wood blocks — has a laidback vibe, while matte gray chairs add a touch of modernity.
On breezy summer nights, a nostalgic enamel fireplace elevates the marshmallow roasting experience. The quirky hanging egg chair is the ultimate spot for outdoor lounging.
For a tranquil experience, this hidden retreat — with a circle of Muskoka chairs — provides a calming atmosphere and picturesque views.
Simple contemporary details combined with a high-contrast monochromatic palette create a refreshing outdoor firepit area in this backyard oasis! Subtle additions of greenery soften the hard surfaces.
In the outdoor lounge area of artist Martha Sturdy’s secluded B.C. getaway, pops of amber in glossy resin chairs are a striking extension of the cottage’s interior.
The firepit at this resort-style cottage is always hot! “We’re definitely into roasting marshmallows!” says the homeowner. The seating area overlooks the pool, so the adults can keep a close eye on the kids.
White sunken chairs amp up the funky ‘70s vibe of this mid-century modern AirBnB in Prince Edward County.
Surrounded by lush trees and crashing ocean waves, this B.C. cottage’s quiet outdoor lounge area is ideal for admiring the vista.