Late summer outdoor living: designing spaces for the season ahead
Posted by It's Thyme on 10th Aug 2026
As summer begins to transition into a quieter season, outdoor spaces take on a new purpose.
The focus shifts from long summer days to slower moments: evening gatherings, layered textures, warmer tones and outdoor spaces designed to be enjoyed well beyond the season.
Here’s how to prepare your outdoor space for the season ahead.
1. Layered comfort
As temperatures begin to soften, comfort becomes the foundation of outdoor design.
Generous seating, tactile fabrics and inviting textures transf