Trend Alert: Outdoor Lanterns
Are you ready to spend long summer evenings outdoors? Whether you’re entertaining family and friends, or just enjoying a simple night at home, creating an intimate and enjoyable atmosphere in your outdoor space is crucial.
Outdoor Lanterns are a fantastic way of enhancing the intimate mood and ambience of outdoor spaces, which is why we’re going to be talking all about them in this Trend Alert feature!
We’re going to take you through some of our favorite Outdoor Lanterns and explore how you can use them in your own home. Let’s get into the details of Outdoor Lanterns!
Why we love outdoor lanterns!
We love using outdoor lanterns in our client’s projects because they are a simple way of adding some lighting to an outdoor space. It could be an outdoor dining area that could do with some added lighting for when it starts to get dark, or an outdoor living space that will be enjoyed late into the night. Outdoor Lanterns enables homeowners to softly illuminate their outdoors.
Another reason why we love outdoor lanterns is because they allow us to avoid using harsh and bright lights during the evening. We also love the fact that there are so many different options available on the market now. From different sizes, styles, and finish options! There’s something for every type of outdoor space.
How to use outdoor lanterns
Using outdoor lanterns are super easy!
Simply decorate your outdoor area with a few outdoor lanterns with either real or battery powered candles, and watch an intimate outdoor area be achieved!
For an outdoor dining space, choose small outdoor lanterns that can be displayed in the center of the table, and use larger ones around the perimeter of the patio or decking.
Similarly, outdoor lanterns can be easily used in outdoor living spaces! Simply choose a few outdoor lanterns and create little clusters of them around the perimeter of the area. Think about outdoor lanterns being like table lamps for your living room.
What to watch out for with outdoor lanterns
There are some considerations to take into account when thinking of using outdoor lanterns in your home…
While outdoor lanterns are suitable for use outside, we would recommend storing them indoors when they’re not in use. This will ensure they don’t deteriorate rapidly.
Always remember to take care when using real candles and flames outdoors! If in doubt, choose battery-operated ones instead to create the same effect. We also love solar powered options that can charge during the day and illuminate at night.
Ways to make outdoor lanterns last in your home
Outdoor lanterns can last many years in your home!
Choose good quality lanterns and you’re halfway there! Brass is extremely sturdy and a weather resistant material. Always take a look at what the outdoor lanterns are made of, and make sure to store them indoors during the winter to keep them looking their best for longer.
Don’t forget – choose outdoor lanterns that you absolutely love!
We love designing all spaces here at Innovatus Design. We also have many years experience with designing practical outdoor spaces! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have an interior design question or would like help with your remodel! We work in person in the greater Chicagoland area and offer virtual design services across the U.S.!
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Pure Metal Lanterns
These metal lanterns are simple and modern in design yet extremely effective!
Rattan Lanterns
We love using rattan outdoor lanterns to create a Bohemian look and feel.
LED Lanterns
Use an outdoor lantern with integrated LED for an extremely easy way of adding outdoor lighting to your patio.
Twisted Wooden Lantern
This outdoor lantern features a twisted mango wood design!
Indoor/Outdoor Flameless Candles
These flameless candles are perfect for using indoors and outdoors to create an intimate atmosphere.
Black Metal Solar Lanterns
Add texture to your outdoor space with these lanterns that feature a ribbed glass exterior.