Gorgeous Maximalist Outdoor Spaces That Will Never Go Out of Style

“It’s safe to say that this is the most famous maximalist patio on the internet — as proven by the 80,000 (and counting) Pinterest repins to date,” says Frontgate Brand Manager Kate Beebe (a woman who knows her way around more-is-more decor). “This showhouse look styled by Caleb Anderson, using Frontgate furniture and accessories, is an homage to black and white. The lush addition of plants (both hanging and potted) is the pièce de résistance.”

“No one — and I mean NO ONE — does maximalism like John and Jason from Madcap Cottage,” Beebe explains. “They are the kings of mixing design and prints to usher in an effortless spirit of fun and whimsy. Here, they create a showhouse space that feels collected — not straight out of a showroom. Their use of layering (materials, colors and sizes) is key.”

On this picture-perfect patio, the design journey begins with a single — er, double — pachyderm. “In my point of view, find a piece you love and build the room around it,” Beebe says. “(And I’d build civilizations around this elephant console.) Ashley Brooke offset the quirkiness of the Iris Apfel for Grandin Road piece (circa 2016) by laying a neutral base and keeping the coordinating furniture assortment on the smaller side. I’d very much love to sip a mimosa with her here; wouldn’t you?”

“This shot from a patio space Frontgate sponsored in 2014 features the brilliance of designer Anne Tarasoff,” Beebe explains. ”To pump up the personality of neutral-toned upholstery, Anne had fun with big, bold prints and rich, saturated colors. This pillow ensemble combines hot pink and orange to coordinate with a geometric-patterned rug. The clean, white lines of the furniture keep the look grounded.”