Why isn’t there more buzz around outdoor family meals? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter get a lot of attention but because they fall during winter and spring in the Northern hemisphere, they’re typically indoor meals. Here at EcoChic, we believe that outdoor meals can be just as epic. Here are some tips to get you started. read more »
If you visit the showrooms and websites of popular outdoor furniture stores, you’ll find no shortage of glass, aluminum, steel, and plastic. You’ll also come across a fair amount of cedar, acacia, and cypress wood. The colors will be shades of brown, grey, black, and white. What you won’t see much is paint and color. read more »
Wall décor isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind when designing an outdoor space. Your patio or back deck may hardly have any walls at all. But after you’ve created inviting places to sit and dine, after you’ve provided the comforts of shade and cushions, you can turn your attention to the vertical read more »
Using a familiar piece of furniture in an unfamiliar way creates a moment of surprise for visitors and ongoing delight for you in your home. The classic shapes and playful colors of EcoChic bar chairs and stools are ideal for this kind of resourceful repurposing. Here are a few of our latest inspirations for adding read more »
The loveseat takes an important place between the single chair and the three-seater couch in room design. It’s compact yet companionable, fitting into small spaces while holding space for a couple. We often think of loveseats for indoor decorating, but here at EcoChic we want to remind you that loveseats belong outdoors too. Many pieces read more »
A fascinating way to inject contrast and interest into a room is by modernizing a more established style. Combining contemporary colors, shapes, and finishes with distinctive elements of a long-standing look makes for a space that is chic and compelling. Looking at modern versions of classic décor also shows off the versatility of our favorite read more »
These days we don’t have to convince anyone of the charms of mismatched seating. Everywhere we see photos of different styles, shapes and materials around a single dining table. And since no two EcoChic pieces are exactly alike, we’re done a lot of thinking about how to create a harmonious ensemble from an assortment of chairs read more »
Do you love scouring flea markets and antique shops for treasures? Do you come home from your travels with a suitcase full of souvenirs? Could you restyle your living space every season with the art, ceramics, and interesting objects you’ve collected? Then perhaps it’s time to find a special shelf to display your beauties. We’ve read more »
Bright. Timeless. Versatile. The white kitchen is a style staple, and the pure and simple absence of color allows for a great variety of materials, textures, and accents. White is a canvas on which to paint a masterpiece. White cabinets, white backsplash, white ceilings and walls, white countertops, white appliances. When everything is white, color read more »
Playing with contrast is a fantastic way to bring energy and interest to a space. Lately, we’ve been inspired by outdoor weddings and upscale resorts to explore what’s been labelled the rustic glamour style. EcoChic is all about the contrast of natural weathered materials with chic lines and color palettes. So if you’re excited by the read more »