As the days grow longer and the light grows softer, Provence becomes a special place. Here, daily life slows down, moments are savored, and the outdoors becomes a veritable living space. Sun-drenched terraces, azure pools, fragrant gardens and stone walls set the scene for a free and luminous summer.
From the first coffee at dawn to long evenings with friends, every moment is transformed into a scene from life. Design is a natural accompaniment to these simple moments. An invitation to live outdoors, quite simply.
Tucked away from view, tucked away on a lane lined with garriga and flors theoustau a golden light. Here, everything invites you to slow down, to live serenely, carried away by the gentleness of the sun. of the air and the heat of the soleit. In theombra of a fig tree, the terrassa comes alive with quiet laughter and clinking glasses.
Visit table generously welcomes family and friends to share precious moments. Rough materials, stone walls and untrammelled vegetation create an authentic setting where the lutz sublimates every detail.
It feels wellas if out of time. The hours stretch, the voices mingle, the moments become become. Enter joia and bonurthis Provencal getaway cultivates the art of living in its purest form – a moment suspended, free, deeply alive.
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Out of sight, somewhere in Provence, the terrace comes alive in the already generous sunshine. The air is warm, laden with the scent of dried herbs and ripe fruit. There’s no hurry to sit around Tiptoe’s Panorama table, as if guided by the simple desire to share.
Broste Copehagen’s Dora plates are passed around, Serax wine glasses are filled, conversations are stretched. Between the red of Petite Friture’s Fromme chair and the beige latte of Fermob’s Luxembourg chair, colors sing and tell of a lively, joyful Provence , far from frozen clichés. In the center of the table, the Cocona vase by Serax holds a country bouquet, as if picked just a few steps away, and adds that spontaneous touch that makes improvised table settings so charming.
As lunch settles in, the Mini Geen-A lamp by Kartell becomes an accomplice to these suspended moments, ready to accompany the deliciously slow pace of the afternoon.
Here, we take our time. To savor a dish, a drink, a laugh. To let the hours fly by without a thought.
PETITE FRITURE
Fromme stacking chair red metal / Aluminium
TIPTOE
Panorama red metal stacking chair
FERMOB
Luxembourg beige metal stacking chair
BLOOMINGVILLE
Shakti green ceramic salad bowl / Ø 26 x H 12 cm
KARTELL
Outdoor cordless rechargeable lamp Mini Geen-A OUTDOOR metal / H 36 cm
SERAX
Cocona multicolor ceramic vase / 20 x 11 x H 24.5 cm
TIPTOE
Panorama rectangular metal table / 130 x 90 cm - 4 to 6 people
SERAX
Out of Lines red wine glass / Set of 4
BROSTE COPENHAGEN
Dora ceramic dessert plate / Ø 15 cm - Hand-painted
HK LIVING
Yellow plastic salad servers
VITRA
Decoration Eames Elephant RE (1945) red / Small - L 39 cm / Recycled plastic
Chaises Palissade Cantilever Hay & Fromme Petite Friture
Obello wireless outdoor lamp Gubi
Panorama Tiptoe rectangular table
The afternoon stretches out gently, bathed in golden light that never fades. By the pool, two Sunbun deckchairs by Fatboy invite you to indulge in the languor of summer. Solar stripes echo the vibrant blue of the water, while Business&Pleasure’s The Amalfi parasol casts a welcome light shade.
We settle in, close our eyes for a few moments, lulled by the song of the cicadas. On Fermob’s Piapolo side table, a fresh lemonade awaits, served in Serax’s Edward decanter and Ferm Living’s Ripple glasses. The glass beads, the ice cubes tinkle, and each sip prolongs the feeling of a suspended vacation.
Then suddenly, the energy returns. A laugh, a knowing glance – and calm gives way to momentum. We run, we leap, plunging brightly into the clear water. Splashes catch the light, bodies refresh, memories are created at breakneck speed.
Between idleness and liveliness, the afternoon finds its rhythm in perfect balance.
BUSINESS & PLEASURE
The Amalfi parasol white / Ø 230 cm
FATBOY
Sunbun reclining bouncer / Mattress included
FERMOB
Piapolo blue metal stool / Storage box
SERAX
Edward transparent decanter / H 25.5 cm - 95 cl
FERM LIVING
Clear Ripple glass / Set of 2 - 25 cl
Parasol Terrazza Hay
Plano Nardi reclining stacking bouncer
Nobodinoz Matteo Long outdoor pouffe
The warmth of the day gives way to a vibrant softness, animating the Provencal terrace with a new energy. The crickets set the tempo and laughter is already breaking out around the Settle de Muuto garden sofa, where everyone finds their place, glass in hand, still buoyed by the day’s events.
On Ethnicraft’s Jack Outdoor coffee table, aperitifs are a joy to improvise. HK Living’s aperitif platter overflowing with breadsticks, olives and colorful tomatoes is passed from hand to hand, while Hay’s Barro plates are garnished, emptied and refilled. Equipped with Alessi’s Moscardino forks, everyone enjoys these summer delicacies.
We talk loudly, we cut each other off, we bounce off each other – the discussions intertwine in a joyful hubbub, punctuated by birdsong and the rustling of trees.
Light becomes a party companion: Gubi’s Obello cordless lamp diffuses soft light through its brilliant yellow globe, while Fatboy’s Archigrande floor lamp creates broad halos around the living room.
The evening flies by. We laugh, we remake the world, we forget the time – and above all, we intensely savor the pleasure of being together.
FATBOY
Archigrande metal floor lamp / Oversized - H 233 cm
HAY
Hay Dogs dog bed multicolor fabric / Small - 52 x 60 cm
ETHNICRAFT
Jack Outdoor coffee table natural wood fabric / 120 x 65 cm - Teak
GUBI
Obello LED glass cordless rechargeable outdoor lamp / Bill Curry, 1971
HK LIVING
Brown Acacia wood platter / Aperitif platter - Hand carved - 37 x 60 cm
KARTELL
Outdoor cushion Liberty red fabric / 45 x 32 cm
FERM LIVING
Flowerpot Rollo Small orange ceramic / Ø 31 x H 36 cm
MUUTO
2-seater garden sofa Settle white fabric / 152.5 cm
MUUTO
Settle upholstered armchair white fabric
HAY
Barro red ceramic dessert plate / Ø 18 cm - Set of 2
2-seater garden sofa Settle Muuto
Jack Outdoor coffee table Ethnicraft
Settle Muuto garden armchair
The first rays of sunlight graze the still-fresh stone, and already the Provencal terrace awakens to a precious silence. Faced with green hills and fields in bloom as far as the eye can see, time seems suspended. The two of us savor this rare moment, before the day gets too busy. Sitting on Hay’s Palissade Cantilever garden chairs, our backs gently warmed by the stone wall, we let the day slowly settle in.
On Hay’s Ceramic Outdoor table, breakfast takes on the air of a delicate ritual. Sun-kissed fruit, warm pastries and steaming coffee create a simple, perfect scene. In Serax’s Carte Blanche cups, each sip prolongs the sweetness of the moment, while HK Living’s 70s ceramics bowl filled with crunchy granola waits patiently for you to dip your spoon into it.
The day has barely begun, and is already full of promise. We imagine it to be full of discoveries, laughter, random paths and shared memories. A gentle but impatient energy sets in – that of living fully and feeling intensely this new day.
HK LIVING
70s ceramic multicolor vase / Set of 5 mini vases
FERM LIVING
Rollo Large green ceramic planter / Ø 31 x H 46 cm
HAY
Palisade chair Cantilever metal green
HK LIVING
Bowl 70s ceramics / Set of 2 - Ø 19 x H 8.5 cm
SERAX
Carte Blanche ceramic cappuccino cup / With saucer - Set of 2
LOUIS POULSEN
Panthella 160 V3 rechargeable cordless outdoor lamp / LED - H 23 cm / Polycarbonate base & shade
SERAX
Carte Blanche white ceramic teapot
ALESSI
Ménagère Asta metal / 24 place settings - 6 people
HAY
Ceramic Outdoor round table yellow ceramic / Ø 70 cm - Porcelaine
HAY
Terrazza outdoor cushion / Integral seat cushion for chairs
MUUTO
Ridge pottery green / W 26.5 x D 19.2 x H 24 cm
MUUTO
Linear beige metal bench / L 110 cm
FERM LIVING
Rollo Large orange ceramic planter / Ø 31 x H 46 cm
Linear Muuro bench
Fermob Picoti bird feeder
Ferm Living Rollo flower pot
When designing a Provencal garden, the choice of outdoor furniture is essential to recreate the warm, authentic atmosphere of the South. Choose natural, durable materials such as wood, metal or wrought iron, perfectly suited to the Mediterranean spirit. A large convivial table, comfortable chairs and a few benches invite you to share meals al fresco, in the heart of a setting inspired by Provence.
In a Provençal garden, hues also play a key role: opt for soft or sunny colors reminiscent of stone, terracotta or vegetation. Add light textiles, cushions and lanterns to reinforce the bright, friendly atmosphere.
Finally, opt for functional, heat- and drought-resistant furniture to make the most of your outdoor space. The right choice of furniture will transform your Provençal garden into a real living space, ideal for relaxing and sharing.
In a Provençal garden, decoration is also about details: terracotta pots, handcrafted vases, lanterns and garlands of light give rhythm to the space and prolong summer evenings. Textiles, such as cushions and tablecloths in natural or sunny hues, add softness and conviviality.
Finally, vegetation plays a central role: lavender, olive trees or aromatic plants reinforce the identity of the site. Well thought-out, a Provençal garden terrace becomes a true extension of the house, ideal for relaxing and sharing.
the choice of materials is essential to recreate an authentic atmosphere, both rustic and elegant. Choose natural materials that are in tune with the Mediterranean landscape: stone is omnipresent, providing structure to floors, walls and terraces, while wood brings warmth and simplicity to outdoor features.
Wrought iron, typical of the Provençal garden, is used on furniture to reinforce this timeless charm, while withstanding the heat. Terracotta, meanwhile, is ideal for pots, slabs and decorative elements, immediately evoking the spirit of the South.
In a Provencal garden, these materials develop a patina over time, gaining in character and authenticity. Combined with Mediterranean vegetation and natural hues, they create a harmonious, long-lasting exterior perfectly suited to the sunny climate of Provence.
Creating an atmosphere in a Provençal garden relies on a subtle balance between simplicity, light and conviviality. The aim: to evoke an art of outdoor living, where every element invites you to slow down and enjoy the moment. Start by structuring the space with distinct living zones – dining area, relaxation area, shaded terrace – to recreate the spirit of southern homes.
The color palette plays a key role: natural tones, warmed by sunny touches, recall earth, stone and vegetation. Multiply decorative accessories such as lanterns, light textiles or ceramics to infuse character without overloading.
Finally, leave an essential place for nature: aromatic plants, olive trees or wild flowers contribute to this lively, sensory atmosphere. Well thought-out, your Provencal garden becomes an outdoor refuge, bathed in light, ideal for sharing and relaxing.
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