If you live in a city, you’ll know square footage is precious. Making the most out of your small space shouldn’t be a sacrifice of style. Shai set out to transform his downsized patio to ensure it checked the boxes of style and function. This is how he did it.

Shai is working with a cozy 90 square foot area which means it’s key to find the most efficient way to utilize space. But small space doesn’t always mean small furniture. If you live in a condo or an apartment, it’s important to note that outdoor spaces are not part of what you own. Therefore, whatever work you do you must be granted permission from your condominiums board. 

1. Flooring

MÄLLSTEN Floor Decking, $32.99/8.719 sq feet
These new click system decking bases easily allow you to place them together with tiles. This type of flooring is ideal for condos and apartments because the tile doesn’t need to be fixed into the concrete.

 2. Bar Stools 

FREKVENS Bar Stool, $64.00
For a small space, it’s typically optimal to use higher decor. Though they’re quite prominent pieces, the set doesn’t feel as visually weighted because they’re higher off the ground.

3. Table

FREKVENS Bar Table, $63
Using table metal that is perforated applies a light transfer effect which gives a sense of a larger space.

4. Lights

SOLVINDEN LED solar powered floor lamp, $24.99
You want to have the best lighting for outdoor spaces. Look into solar lights, that’ll charge in the day and turn on at night. Avoiding the hassle of having to bring lights in every evening.

5. Hanging storage solution

SVARTPEPPAR holder, $9.99
Depending on what you want to have outside this hanging storage solution will make a great fit. Go for greenery with plants or if you are planning an outdoor meal this would make for a great dish rack. You can get real imaginative and even make it into a bar! 

6. Outdoor Trellises

When you have limited square footage, customization is a great idea. These custom Trellises from R&T Cabinetry makes for a great storage solution when you have a small space.