When designing a home, accessories can be viewed as the final layer that adds an all-important touch of personality and visual interest.
A thoughtfully curated selection of accessories, that complements the overall design scheme and colour palette, has the ability to elevate a space to the next level. As a result, outdoor accessories are just as important as indoor accessories, and by applying the same design principles as you would when designing the interiors of your home you can achieve a stunning result.
The accessories you choose you not only reflect your unique style and taste, but also provide an eye-catching element that helps to anchor a space. As such, we always recommend setting aside a portion of the overall budget to accommodate for styling and accessorising. In this blog, we will share our top three tips for accessorising, to elevate a luxury outdoor space from ordinary to extraordinary.
Soft Furnishings
Soft furnishings are an effective way to instantly inject colour and texture into a space. Prints that would otherwise seem overwhelming or too bold when used in an interior scheme, appear more toned down when used outdoors. For instance, the roof terrace at our Brummell Penthouse at Beau House features eye-catching cushions in a stylish monochrome stripe and vivid yellow design.
As these have been pared against a neutral colour palette, they provide just the right balance of visual interest and texture. Another benefit of adding soft furnishings into an outdoor space is it will give you a level of comfort more akin to sitting in your living room than in the open air. We love George Smith sofas and chairs, which we used to create a luxurious and comfortable seating area that feels like an extension of the interiors. Crafted from high-performance, weather-grade upholstery that features non-mould forming fabrics, it offers both style and durability.
Lighting
Lighting is an important feature when designing an outdoor space, creating ambiance and setting the overall mood. When choosing lighting for your outdoor space, consider the atmosphere you are trying to create. If you want it to feel relaxed and tranquil, a selection of carefully placed hurricane lamps positioned on side tables or the floor creates an inviting atmosphere. Lighting can also be used to highlight statement pieces such as sculptures or water features. In our Brummell Penthouse roof terrace, a white onyx dining table features back-lit lighting, beautifully highlighting it’s clean lines and geometric design. To elevate lighting even further, an intelligent lighting system is the ultimate luxury outdoor accessory. We incorporated this feature into the design of the roof terrace, which cleverly responds to the change in light.
Technology
The advancement of modern technology has meant features such as flat-screen TVs and under floor heating can now be enjoyed outdoors as well as indoors. A fire pit or outdoor heater is a valuable addition to any luxury outdoor space, as it provides both lighting and warmth, and ensures your space can be used even on cooler evenings. It also acts a focal point in which you can centre the rest of your design around. If you enjoy alfresco dining and entertaining, consider investing in accessories such as a self-lighting barbecue or outdoor fridge.
When selecting accessories to complement your luxury outdoor space, opt for pieces that deliver on both durability and aesthetics. This way, you will be able to reflect the same level of quality in your exterior space as in your interiors.
Passementerie is a French term, which encompasses ribbons, trimmings and tassels used to adorn clothing and furnishings.
Passementerie is a French term, which encompasses ribbons, trimmings and tassels used to adorn clothing and furnishings.
A new edition of the Spear’s 500 is out now and we’re pleased to share that our Founder and Creative Director, Sharon Lillywhite, is featured in the Interiors Index for 2025.
A new edition of the Spear’s 500 is out now and we’re pleased to share that our Founder and Creative Director, Sharon Lillywhite, is featured in the Interiors Index for 2025.
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We worked with a number of British Designers on bespoke pieces for the House of Walpole project, a collaboration between ourselves, Northacre and Walpole. All designers worked within the brief of ‘a love letter to the Palace Gardens’, their work takes inspiration from nature which is woven throughout the apartment. Read our article below where we talk in more detail about these key pieces and how we worked with the iconic designers behind them.
We worked with a number of British Designers on bespoke pieces for the House of Walpole project, a collaboration between ourselves, Northacre and Walpole. All designers worked within the brief of ‘a love letter to the Palace Gardens’, their work takes inspiration from nature which is woven throughout the apartment. Read our article below where we talk in more detail about these key pieces and how we worked with the iconic designers behind them.