Open flames, high-maintenance items, and unsecured cushions that could blow away.

For more ideas toelevate your deckthis summer, check out these designer-approved deck decorating ideas.

A white privacy screen, outdoor sofa, umbrella, and rug make this the perfect living space.

Neutral deck decorating ideas

Design:Tyler Karu/ Photo:Erin Little

A brass bistro table and black dining chairs pair with an ornate topiary.

A large natural pendant makes a statement and brass lanterns and potted boxwoods finish the space nicely.

For a fun touch, add colorful string lights and bold pillows.

outdoor dining with red chairs

Design:House of the Hub Studio/ Photo:Meghan Bob Photography

This deck for designer Emily Bowser has a sturdy wooden dining table with green dining chairs.

String lights, orange flatware, and florals add to it.

Bring in the Light

Calimia Home

Refresh your outdoor dining table with fresh lighting.

cozy deck with seating

Design:Mister + Mrs Sharp/ Photo:Serenbe

This Calimia Home project includes wicker pendants for a natural yet pulled together creation.

Original brick pavers, a midcentury-style sofa, and easel provide room for painting, daydreaming, and more.

Try complementing your deck with striped pillows, pastels, fun flatware, and rattan chairs.

deck with privacy screen

A Beautiful Mess

Go for a slatted wood, wood-and-cream chairs, plus a few potted cacti to pull it off.

Go for polypropylene, P.E.T., or jute to ensure your rug stands up to weather.

Plus, they suggest investing in solid outdoor furniture like teak chairs, a fire pit, and umbrella.

Small balcony with dining

Design:Caitlin Higgins for Emily Henderson/ Photo:Sara Liggoria-Tramp

Choose timeless pieces like a wooden dining set and pair with rattan cup holders and white-and-blue plates.

Coupled with a sleek cream sofa and modern tables, it provides a tranquil space to lounge.

Project your favorite movies all summer long.

blue-striped chairs on patio

Design:Design Lines Signature/ Photo: Abigail Jackson

Wanting to revamp your deck this summer?

Pink chairs and a small pink table are paired with plenty of plants and terracotta tile.

Honor History

Erin Williamson Design

This historic Northern California home was revamped by Erin Williamson Design.

mahogany patio

Webber + Studio

Set up multiple small seating areas, including one that is covered that works great for outdoor dinner parties.

Complement the Setting

This 1700s waterfront home in Maine includes historic pieces alongside modern design.

For the yard, streamlined pieces were chosen to let both the home’s architecture and views shine.

deck with outdoor dining

Mister + Mrs Sharp/Rustic White Photography

Keep it easy and pick crisp materials and a single color palette.

For this space, simple white chairs surround the pool.

A mid-century red fireplace juxtaposes dark wooden decking at this 1960s Catskills A-frame.

Wooden deck with casual seating

Design: Bjork Studio and Kolo Collection / Photo: J Ashley Photography

A circular rattan table and minimalist flatware make this design work for a number of styles.

Swap pillows or the rug to change out the look as desired.

wooden patio table with green chairs

Design:Emily Bowser for Emily Henderson/ Photo:Sara Liggoria-Tramp

awning on deck

Design:Justin Alexander/ Photo:Luigi Rosselli Architects

outdoor dining with wicker pendants

Calimia Home

patio with easel

Design:Kari Kroll/ Photo:Charlotte Lea Photography

Vintage outdoor table om patio

Design:William Hunter Collective/ Styled byEmily Henderson/ Photo:Sara Liggoria-Tramp

floral patio

Design:Emily Henderson/ Photo:Sara Ligorria-Tramp

Neutral desert deck

Design: Jessica Jones / Photo:Charlotte Lea Photography

Large outdoor deck

Design:Leclair Decor/ Photo:Chad Mellon

stone patio with blue chairs

Leah O’Connell Design

classic patio

Chelius House of Design

wood slatted pergola on deck

Design:Cathie Hong Interiors/ Photo:Margaret Austin

yard with movie screen

Design:Resource Furniture/ Photo: Lance Gerber

Deck with flamingo

Mary Patton Design

terracotta patio with pink furniture

Dazey Den

shingle home with patio and pool

Erin Williamson Design

large patio with outdoor seating

Kate Marker Interiors

neutral deck overlooking water

Design:Tyler Karu/ Photo:Erin Little

seating around a pool

Tina Ramchandani

deck with conversation pit

Design:House of Ponce Design/ Photo:Kelley Kish

deck with red fireplace

Design:AHG Interiors/ Photo:Nick Glimenakis

rattan table with folding chairs

Design: Jess Bunge forEmily Henderson Design/ Photo:Sara Ligorria-Tramp

wicker patio furniture

Craftberry Bush