Design Challenge: An Outdoor Living Space for Under $1000

If you live somewhere with a short summer or if you’re on a budget, it can be hard to swallow the cost of furnishing your outdoor space. But, my own experience is that you won’t use it much until you make it comfortable and welcoming. So, I was challenged to come up with a complete outdoor look for under $1,000. Challenge accepted! Start saving a little here and there and before you know it you’ll have enough to enjoy summers full of outdoor socializing and relaxing in your own space. You’ll even have $10 left over for a good book to kick back and relax with.

Start saving a little here and there and before you know it you’ll have enough to enjoy summers full of outdoor socializing and relaxing in your own space. You’ll even have $10 left over for a good book to kick back and relax with.

Shop the Look:

1. Threshold Solar Pendant String Lights, Target, $24.99

2. 9′ Wood Market Umbrella, Walmart, $33.85

3. Palermo 4-pc Wicker Conversation Set, Target, $337.50

4. Aged Bronze Outdoor Firebowl, Amazon.com, $72.86

5. Outdoor 8’x11′ Rug, Home Depot, $160 (on sale)

6. 9.25″ Caeracterum Palm Plant, Home Depot, $19.98

7. 20″ Glazed Bell Pot, K-Mart, $19.59

8. Santa Maria Desert Flower Pillows, Wayfair, $51.81 each

9. ASKHOLMAN 5-pc Dining Set, IKEA, $119

10. Weber One-Touch 22.5″ Charcoal Grill, Walmart, $99

TOTAL: $990.39