For a new edition of our Facebook favorite “Keep or Toss” series, let’s take a look at this back porch photo, courtesy of HGTV. What to keep? What to take away? Here we go!
Keep:
- Colorful throw pillows. Though there’s a lot going on in this beautiful outdoor space, we’d suggest keeping these fun pops of color. The geometric designs are very on-trend, and they liven up the space nicely.
- Outdoor rug. This neutral rug (similar one here) does the work of dividing up the living spaces perfectly. It clearly differentiates lounge from dining areas but still keeps the porch united and open. No dividers needed!
- White dining table. White was made for summer and outdoor areas like this one! Its size and placement fits well in front of the French doors, and its color even picks up on the window trim, pulling it all together.
Toss:
- Some of the topiaries. Green elements are great indoors and outdoors, but they should be balanced with the amount of space. Here, we’d dial back the amount of the topiaries to declutter – and look for more simple plants to even it out.
- Blue medallions next to the window. Hanging items on outdoor walls can work well (see: the mirror on this porch!). These medallions don’t seem to be needed here – and they get blocked by other items too.
- One of the coffee tables. We’d pick one of the two low tables in the lounge area – both the gold pedestal and the unique table don’t seem to be needed here. When in doubt, simplify!
What would you keep? What would you toss?
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