Even though we are only one month into 2013 there are some trends that we already see forming for spring and summer in the luxury patio furniture industry. Extending your living space to the outdoors has been an upward trend for years now and is only becoming more and more popular. As people, every year, start to spend more time and effort into their outdoor living space, the demand for certain outdoor products are on the rise! Here are a few of the trends for outdoor living in 2013!

1) Durability

• Durability and longevity are two deemed as two of the important factors when it comes to anything for your outdoor living space. People dislike when they purchase “nice things” to find out a year later they’re not as nice as they thought.

2) Custom

• Consumers like to know that they are part of the design process, even if that simply means picking out fabric. Having the ability to have a say in how their new patio furniture or decor is huge to consumers this year. No one wants to have the same patio collection as their neighbor.

3) Covered Patios

• More and more homeowners are starting to utilize their outdoor living space; many are turning to covered patios. Covered patios are great for a few reasons, first off they protect you from the elements of weather. Covered patios can also be great with the appropriate fire pit and the correct roof. As heat raises, the roof catches it, allowing the warmth to stay around for a longer period of time. Before you decided to place a fire pit under your covered patio, make sure it is the right kind of fire pit and that your roof is high enough that you avoid any fire hazards. Another trend for 2013 is bringing your entertainment, outdoors and covered patios allow you to do so without the worry of rain ruining your electronics.

4) Fire pits 

• Low maintenance fire pits are in this year. Instead of trying to start a roaring fire for 30 minutes, why not flip a switch to your gas powered fire pit and enjoy right away! Convince isn’t the only reason gas fire pits are trending this season, but also because they are not as much of an eye sore like your typical wood burning fire pit. Gas fire pits easily fit right into your decor with many styles and colors to choose from.

5) Decor 

• No more neglecting your outdoor decor! Why not have a lamp on your patio, or a outside wall decoration! People are catching on this year that items such as lamps, rugs, table decorations and pretty wall art, are not just for the indoors, but for the outdoors as well!

Looking to upgrade your patio furniture this year? At All American Fine Outdoor Furnishings we have a large selection of luxury patio furniture and patio accessories to turn your dream patio into a reality! All-American Fine Outdoor Furnishings is your source for great wicker and aluminum outdoor patio furniture covers! See our unmatched selection of outdoor patio furniture featuring wicker and aluminum furniture give us a call today to get started, 1.877.930.7070.