It’s time!!! March is here, and just because it’s 35° and snowing in Chicagoland doesn’t mean that three seasons room weather isn’t right around the corner. And you’re going to want to be ready. Imagine those first truly warm, sunny days. A Sunday afternoon lounging with a book and a lemonade soaking up those rays will feel so good. So get that room ready! Our designers had some tips for what makes a great three seasons room or sun room…
1. Multi-functional furnishings
Arguably the best feature of a sun room or three seasons room is plenty of seating arrangements for lazy day activities like games, lounging and napping.
You’ll want a table for games. (And some for cocktails, too. 😉) Keep extra chairs tucked away in a closet in case the urge to play spreads. A sofa is a must for little cat naps in the sun. Comfy chairs for reading or chatting with friends and family. A stool or ottoman for quick visits from the kids or pets. Add pillows and throws with a abandon. Before you know it, this will be your favorite room in the whole house!
2. Natural textures and sturdy fabrics
Depending on how you use the room and its exposure to the elements, you’ll want to consider performance fabrics, especially those that can withstand a lot of sun. After all, sun is the primary feature of any three seasons or sun room worth its salt. This is also the perfect place to incorporate natural textures like wicker, seagrass and rattan to echo the outdoors.
3. Lots of windows
Windows are the true stars of a three seasons room or sun room. Play them up with with woven blinds, or if privacy is not a concern, let their natural beauty shine.
4. Greenery and other extras
As in any room, the extras are the jewelry that finish off the outfit. Botanicals are arguably the most important of these, since a sun room or three seasons room should really feel like an extension of the outdoors. Add books, candles and trays to achieve the layered, collected feel that makes a house a home.
