5 of the Best Color Schemes for Small Outdoor Spaces That Work With, Not Against, Your Home's Surroundings

An outdoor living space with a cornflower blue corner sofa, lilac patterned cushions, a cream round coffee table, and a modern minimalist armchair with a rust-colored frame and cream cushion. .

With summer upon us, it's high time to shift your attention to elevating your outdoor space, and rest assured, you certainly don't need an expansive space to soak up the sun — smaller outdoor spaces are endlessly charming; they just need a thoughtful approach when decorating them.

If your own small outdoor space, whether that's a narrow garden or patio, is in need of a refresh, the latest exterior paint trends are here to help. This year, it's less about anything too saturated or statement-making, and more about quietly confident hues that complement natural surroundings.