Homeowners today are reinventing their outdoor spaces into open-air living rooms. Whether your home is graced with a deck, patio or terrace, it is easy to transform your outdoor living space into a comfortable living area, a place where friends and family can go to relax, chat or even take a nap.

An outdoor living area should have all the comforts of home, but with the added benefits of all-weather furniture and fabrics. Here’s a look at how to create a pleasant outdoor living area without sacrificing comfort or style.

Outdoor Wicker Furniture: Comfortable, outdoor wicker furniture makes your outdoor space seem more like an extension of your home. Deep-seated wicker furniture is not only extremely comfortable, but designed for complete outdoor use; it is resistant to rain, moisture, and UV sun damage, which means you don’t have to worry about your furniture no matter what the weather is like outside!

But there are other benefits to choosing wicker furniture to outfit your outdoor space. Wicker furniture can be very chic. Today’s selection of outdoor resin or wicker furniture is available in a variety of styles and finishes, from contemporary designs to cottage-style furniture, making it easy for homeowners to find a style that complements the rest of their home décor.

Different Seating Options: If you’re going to use your outdoor area for dining, entertaining or simply to relax and nap a nap, create the best environment with the appropriate seating options. Depending on your needs, you can purchase wicker or seagrass furniture dining sets, living room sets, rockers or a hammock.

All-weather Fabrics: Wicker furniture covered in all-weather cushions makes your outdoor furniture all the more comfortable. Find all-weather cushions designed for outdoor use. Although these pillows are durable and weather-proof, they are still extremely soft and inviting. They are style, too. Most wicker or rattan furniture cushions are available in various motifs, patterns and hues.