3 August 2026 | Green
Outdoor Hospitality: Designing Outdoor Lounge and Waiting Areas
Discover èLUNAPIENA’s designer outdoor solutions to make the entrances to offices, hotels, and commercial spaces more welcoming and sustainable.
The entrance is the first point of contact for any venue, especially for commercial establishments, hotels, businesses, offices, and restaurants… This is where everything is at stake. Outdoor spaces and the entrance area, in fact, shape customers’ expectations: if they don’t attract them or make them feel welcome, part of their experience is compromised—even if what awaits them is extraordinary.
The goal of HoReCa green spaces is therefore to enhance the guest experience from the very first glance, making it unique and memorable. A custom-designed outdoor space can help achieve this goal, provided it aligns with the image of the venue and the business.
Here are èLUNAPIENA’s tips for creating outdoor spaces that inspire emotion!
Greenery, Design, and Function: The Winning Trio for HoReCa Spaces
Designing a green space isn’t just about planting a few shrubs and/or flowers and arranging chairs and tables. It means studying the spaces, dividing them in a functional way, and choosing furnishings and plant varieties that can coexist harmoniously with one another and with their surroundings.This is essential in HoReCa spaces, where outdoor areas must reflect the identity of the venue or business and be coordinated with the indoor space. The secret, to creating well-maintained and pleasant green spaces, therefore, lies in in finding the right balance between design and functional planning.
To do this, , it’s important to rely on experts, such as the èLUNAPIENA team, who will guide you step by step, from the initial concept to the final completion of your outdoor space!
But what elements should you pay attention to in order to achieve a top-notch result?
6 Key Elements for a Successful HoReCa Outdoor Space
1. Style and design
The first factor to consider—as mentioned earlier—is the business’s visual identity. The outdoor space should foreshadow the interior by making use of colors, furnishings, and materials, while also piquing guests’ curiosity and drawing them in. Among the must-have furnishings for an enchanting HoReCa outdoor space are:- Vases and planters, and coordinating custom-made furnishings
- Benches and storage chests to offer guests a comfortable place to sit, take a break, and relax
- - Custom-made outdoor fire pits and braziers by èLUNAPIENA to create an intimate and cozy atmosphere
- Lighting: not to be underestimated! Ground spotlights, LED strips integrated into planters, or outdoor lamps help extend the usability of the space into the evening hours, transforming the outdoor area into an evocative setting even after sunset.
2. Pathways and Paving
Made of WPC, natural stone, or stoneware, high-quality, low-maintenance paving ensures a neat and clean appearance for the HoReCa outdoor area. The choice of material isn’t just about aesthetics: consider weather resistance, slip resistance, and ease of cleaning.Furthermore, when well-designed, pathways can create interesting geometric patterns and visual effects, while naturally guiding guests toward the venue’s entrance.
3. Pergolas, Awnings, and Patios
Shade structures are essential elements in any outdoor space, especially in HoReCa establishments. Pergolas, patios, and awnings combine aesthetics and practicality, creating a relaxing, cool, and sheltered space for guests.Of the three options, bioclimatic pergolas are the clear winner. These structures allow you to enjoy outdoor spaces every day of the year, thanks to their adjustable slats and features that provide protection and warmth during the colder and rainier seasons.
4. Vegetation
Vegetation is a natural remedy for stress. Choosing the right plant varieties will allow you not only to create a harmonious green space, but also to reduce noise pollution, filter sunlight, improve air quality, and contribute positively to environmental sustainability.In particular, in HoReCa settings, it is advisable to prioritize evergreen or staggered-blooming varieties, to ensure a well-maintained and attractive appearance throughout the year.
5. Automated Irrigation System
An automated irrigation system will help you conserve water and ensure that plants maintain the correct and consistent level of moisture. In HoReCa establishments, where maintenance must be kept to a minimum, this feature is not optional but rather a guarantee of long-term quality and a concrete choice for sustainability.èLUNAPIENA planters and pots are designed with an integrated irrigation system, ensuring that the plants remain evergreen and lush.
6. Dividing the Outdoor Space into Functional Areas
Dividing the outdoor space into different functional areas can be a clever way to offer guests the best possible experience. Spaces can be divided using modular planters, , privacy screens, or variations in flooring: solutions that define boundaries without closing them off, maintaining fluidity and visual continuity.During the design phase, it’s important to consider the accessibility of each area to ensure safety and avoid creating architectural barriers, which would make the outdoor space inaccessible to guests with physical disabilities.
A Custom Outdoor Space for Every Activity
Designing a green space for a HoReCa venue means iinvesting in the guest experience even before they step inside. Every detail – from the flooring to the vegetation, from the pergola to the planters – contributes to creating a positive impression and an environment where people want to linger.The èLUNAPIENA team works alongside professionals and entrepreneurs to design and build custom outdoor spaces: from initial consultation to final installation, with bespoke solutions created by èLUNAPIENA that are designed to last and enhance any space.
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