Summer Evenings, Elevated: Creating a Resort-Style Backyard

Summer isn’t just a season — it’s a state of mind. Long days melt into warm evenings, and the best moments happen when you’re able to stay outside and enjoy every hour. Whether it's morning coffee by the pool or late-night conversations under the stars, designing your outdoor space for day-to-night living transforms your backyard into an everyday escape.

If you're ready to create that resort-inspired vibe at home, here’s how to elevate your backyard lounge for both sun-drenched afternoons and relaxed summer nights:

1. Build Flexible Seating Zones

Resort-style outdoor spaces are designed for flow — reading nooks, conversation clusters, and lounging areas that adapt to how you want to use the space throughout the day. Incorporate:

• Loungers for poolside relaxation: Perfect for tanning, reading, or quick dips.

• Modular seating options: Moveable chairs, small tables, and portable pieces let you adjust your space as guests arrive or as the day shifts into evening.

• Comfortable armchairs: Ideal for lingering conversations as the sun goes down.

2. Layer in Mood-Setting Lighting

As the daylight fades, lighting becomes the hero of your outdoor ambiance. Beyond string lights and lanterns, illuminated furniture pieces are redefining backyard design — offering both function and atmosphere.

New designs, like our Tarida Illuminated Armchair, double as statement pieces and subtle light sources that create an inviting glow for evening entertaining. They’re perfect for:

• Sunset cocktails

• Outdoor movie nights

• Late-night hangs that don’t need to move indoors

3. Add Natural Elements

Even in a styled space, greenery keeps everything feeling fresh. Use potted plants, oversized planters, and natural textures to ground the design. Incorporate:

• Tall grasses or palms for a tropical feel

• Neutral planters with pops of seasonal blooms

• Outdoor rugs and throws for softness and warmth as temperatures drop in the evening

4. Keep it Effortless

Resort living is about ease. Choose outdoor pieces that can handle the elements — from UV exposure to unexpected rain — without sacrificing style. Durable, weatherproof materials let you focus on hosting and relaxing, not maintenance.

The Takeaway:
Your outdoor space should feel like a natural extension of your home — ready for sun-soaked afternoons, golden hour cocktails, and starlit evenings. With flexible seating, layered lighting, and effortless design, you're one step closer to your own private resort.

P.S. Ready to extend your summer evenings? Explore our newest illuminated outdoor pieces — designed for those who believe the best nights are the ones that don’t have a hard stop.