With summer just around the corner, it’s hard not to dream of jetting off to sunnier climes, and Ibiza’s unique blend of bohemian charm and chic sophistication has an allure that’s impossible to ignore.
But if a week or two in this Balearic slice of paradise isn’t enough for you, then as the weather warms up here on UK soil there are plenty of simple ways to recreate the vibe at home. Here, we take a look at four easy tweaks that promise to bring a touch of Ibiza into your garden this summer, so that you can enjoy it all season long – and with the added bonus of complete privacy for an even more exclusive feel.
The best way to summon the Ibizan sun is to embrace plenty of white and include natural materials
Embrace white and natural materials
The secret to emulating Ibiza’s effortless sense of sophistication is keeping things simple; that means clean white walls and natural materials, with lots of wood and neutral-toned accents which together, create a sense of understated glamour that draws inspiration from the island’s breath-taking beachfront settings.
Creating a luxurious feel is almost invariably centred around a ‘less is more’ approach, so brighten up your walls and surfaces with some pure white paint and choose furniture in rustic wood, wicker or rattan – then layer your garden chairs and sofas up with stylish cushions and throws in neutral hues.
Focus on laid-back luxury
It may have a reputation for hedonism, but the more refined side of Ibiza is all about rest and relaxation. To recreate that same sense of laid-back luxury, curate a chill-out area with beach-club inspired furnishings where you can kick back and unwind with a cocktail or a good book during the long-hot days of summer.
Ensure that there are various different set-ups to enjoy, depending on what you feel like doing
The idea is to ensure that there are various different set-ups to enjoy, depending on what you feel like doing – and plenty of space for when guests come round to join you. Think four-poster day beds, luxury sun loungers and garden sofas with oversized cushions – with soft fairy lighting and lanterns to illuminate the space and create an atmospheric vibe after the sun goes down.
Add some bohemian touches
Although the trick to understated luxury is avoiding going too crazy with patterns or colours, incorporating them in the form of subtle accent pieces works well and adds a little bit of interest. Ibiza’s bohemian vibe is partly down to this, and you’ll see lots of tribal prints, handwoven textiles and Moroccan-style lanterns adorning its beach clubs, so draw inspiration from this and infuse your garden with some unique touches of your own.
Try jewel-toned throw pillows, printed Moroccan cushions and bright ceramic tiles to create an undeniable sense of boho charm.
Add boho and rustic touches for that laid-back Ibizan charm
Go green
Your garden is likely already filled with beautiful shrubs and flowers during the summer months, but adding Mediterranean plants like olive trees and succulents can help to inject an extra dose of that Ibizan allure. Choose large, printed pots – which can work well as those bohemian accent pieces we mentioned above – and arrange your plants in groups around your seating and relaxation areas, or if you have one, your swimming pool. Then, fill them with verdant foliage and authentic plants from the region; fragrant choices such as lavender and rosemary are particularly lovely and will ensure that the air is always filled with the most beautiful of scents.