As our summers grow warmer and evenings stretch longer, many of us are looking to blur the boundaries between indoors and outdoors.
At Kimble Roden, we believe the best homes don’t just respond to the seasons - they embrace them.
In our latest blog, we discuss a range of ideas on how to create your own summer sanctuary, with design solutions that merge style, comfort and functionality.
A carefully planned home can create a summer sanctuary where inside and outside spaces merge effortlessly, offering both comfort and connection.
Opening Up With Bi‑Fold and Sliding Doors
Bi‑fold and sliding doors are a simple yet transformative design choice.
They flood interiors with natural light while allowing whole walls to open onto gardens or terraces.
When retracted, the distinction between living room and patio disappears, creating a free-flowing space perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying a cooling breeze.
By specifying full height doors, rather than standard 2.1 metre high doors, natural light can be maximised and sight lines increased, bringing more of the outside in.
Glazing specifications ensure year‑round performance, keeping warmth in during winter and letting cooling air in when the temperature rises.
Covered Terraces for All‑Weather Use
The English summer can be beautiful, if sometimes unpredictable.
Covered terraces provide the perfect balance - offering shelter from rain or harsh midday sun, while still allowing you to stay connected with the outdoors.
By incorporating features like retractable canopies, timber or aluminium pergolas or modern overhangs, we design terraces that extend your living space and remain practical whatever the forecast.
Alfresco Dining Made Easy
Dining outdoors brings a sense of occasion to even the simplest meal. A dedicated alfresco dining area - complete with easy access from the kitchen and thoughtfully positioned lighting - turns summer evenings into memorable experiences.
Whether it’s a breakfast nook that catches the morning sun or a dining table framed by greenery, these spaces invite relaxation and togetherness.
Blending Materials for a Cohesive Flow
The key to seamless indoor‑outdoor living lies in continuity.
Choosing floor finishes that flow from kitchen to terrace, or echoing internal colour palettes with external furniture, ensures a unified aesthetic.
Large-format tiles, natural stone, or decking can create a sense of harmony, while soft landscaping blurs the line between interior comfort and garden serenity.
Creating a Summer Sanctuary
At Kimble Roden, we design homes that adapt beautifully to the season.
From bi‑fold doors that invite the outside in, to shaded terraces perfect for a glass of wine at dusk, every element is planned to balance style with functionality.
The result? A true summer sanctuary - spaces that encourage relaxation, connection, and enjoyment of the warmer months.
If you would like to discuss your project with us, please call 0 1625 402442 or email us for a free initial consultation.
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