In recent years, the outdoor space has taken on an increasingly important role in home design. Gardens and terraces are no longer seen as separate or occasional areas, but as active parts of everyday living.

Today, designing outdoor spaces means creating environments capable of responding to different needs, from relaxation to conviviality, and to the desire to spend more time outdoors. Elements such as outdoor umbrellas, pergolas, outdoor barbecues and outdoor mini pools help create a concrete continuity between indoor and outdoor living, expanding the way the home is experienced.

Every choice has an impact on how the garden and terrace are used and perceived over time.

Sun protection and coverings to better enjoy outdoor spaces

When thinking about a garden or terrace, one of the first aspects to consider is light exposure. The presence of the sun, especially during the hottest hours of the day, directly affects the possibility of using the area continuously.

For this reason, outdoor umbrellas and pergolas become essential elements. They are not only useful for filtering sunlight, but they also help organize the setting, define functional areas and make outdoor living more pleasant.

Within the Domus Habitat selection, the Greenwood Firenze side-pole umbrella is an interesting solution for those looking for flexible and non-invasive coverage. Its side-pole structure frees up the central area, allowing greater freedom in arranging tables, sofas or lounge seating. This advantage is especially useful in terraces and gardens where every element needs to coexist with pathways, furnishings and circulation areas.

Alongside the umbrella, a more structured option is the Greenwood Texas 3x6 m pergola. Its generous size allows for the creation of a true covered area, suitable for hosting a dining table, an outdoor lounge or a more permanent relaxation area. Compared to a movable covering, the pergola defines a section of the garden or terrace more precisely, making it more recognizable and easier to use throughout different times of the day.

The difference between an umbrella and a pergola is not only aesthetic. The umbrella offers greater flexibility, while the pergola creates a more stable and architectural presence. In both cases, the benefit is tangible. Protecting from the sun means making the outdoor space more organized, more usable and closer to the real needs of those who live it.

The barbecue and the value of outdoor conviviality

If sun protection makes the environment more livable, the possibility of cooking outdoors completely changes its function. The outdoor barbecue is one of the elements that most transform a terrace or garden into a place for gathering.

It is not only about preparing food, but about creating a shared experience where cooking becomes part of the relationship between people and the environment. For this reason, choosing a barbecue means considering not only size, but also fuel type, heat management, cooking surface and ease of use.

Gas models are particularly suitable for those looking for precision and consistency. They allow more immediate temperature control, reduce ignition time and make it easier to organize lunches and dinners outdoors, even for larger groups.

Within the Domus selection, the Weber Genesis E-335W gas barbecue with cart is a solid choice for those who want to create a real outdoor cooking area. Its three independent cooking zones allow different preparations at the same time, while the side burner expands the possibilities for side dishes, sauces or support cooking.

The integrated cart makes the cooking area easier to manage and helps organize tools, accessories and support surfaces more efficiently. The main benefit is the possibility of turning the barbecue into a true outdoor operational hub, rather than just an additional element.

When integrated properly, an outdoor barbecue helps make gardens and terraces more complete, more functional and more suitable for conviviality.

Outdoor mini pools and a new idea of relaxation

In recent years, outdoor mini pools have changed the way outdoor living is conceived. They are no longer solutions reserved only for large gardens or hospitality structures, but increasingly present in residential settings where the goal is to create an area dedicated to rest and recovery.

The value of an outdoor mini pool lies not only in its aesthetic presence, but in the quality of the experience it introduces. A mini pool allows you to enjoy your terrace or garden differently, transforming it into an environment that encourages relaxation, hydrotherapy and everyday well-being.

Within the Domus selection, the proposal signed by Jacuzzi brings one of the most recognized references in the industry. Among the available models, the Jacuzzi J235 mini pool spa is a very balanced solution for those who want to integrate a spa into their outdoor area without giving up generous proportions.

With a 213x213 cm structure, the model offers a configuration designed for multiple people, with ergonomic seating that allows a more even distribution of the massage. This means transforming its use into a shared experience, suitable both for physical recovery and for moments of relaxation together.

The hydromassage system, combined with a design focused on ergonomics and continuity of use, makes this solution particularly interesting for those looking for a balance between performance and integration into the surrounding setting.

Adding a Jacuzzi mini pool means giving the outdoor area a new function. No longer just a place to be used occasionally, but an active part of the home capable of offering a different, more personal and more complete quality of living.

Garden and terrace as an active part of the home

Today, designing an outdoor space means thinking of the garden and terrace as environments that fully participate in domestic life.

Sun protection improves everyday usability, the outdoor barbecue creates opportunities for sharing, and outdoor mini pools add a more intimate and restorative dimension.

Each element must work in harmony with the others, creating balance between practical use, materials and the overall perception of the setting.

For this reason, designing outdoor spaces does not simply mean placing products, but building an environment capable of truly supporting the way the home is lived.

Discover the outdoor selection by Domus Habitat

At Domus Habitat you can find a curated outdoor selection designed to help you create complete, functional and coherent environments aligned with your lifestyle.

From outdoor umbrellas to pergolas, from outdoor barbecues to outdoor mini pools, every proposal is created to transform your garden and terrace into a concrete extension of the home.

Discover the outdoor collection by Domus Habitat and find the most suitable solutions to better enjoy your outdoor spaces.