Becki Owens unveils the 11 must-have pieces to spring backyards into style

(Image credit: Sam's Club)

published 23 March 2021

Ready to spring into style? Sam's Club's latest endeavor has us — and our backyards — covered, and ready to embrace the new season. The fan-favorite retailer teamed up with a handful of designers to carefully curate a handful of pop-up shops (or models) of backyards.

Nate Berkus gave New York City a reason to get excited for spring with his garden-inspired model. The sleek set-up was impeccable for any patio or terrace, filled with gorgeous greenery and beautiful blankets — and for those looking to overhaul a larger setting, you're in luck.

Becki Owens keeps the good times rolling with her reimagined 'Los Angeles' backyard, which is ideal for family gatherings.

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Filled with deep cushioned seating and riveting rugs, Becki Owens's carefully curated spring edit executes fun-and-functional at once.

The mid-century modern pieces are worthwhile investments — both durable and reliable — and will be around for years to come while also remaining child-friendly for those with younger children.

So, for those looking to take play out of her playbook, here are the 11 Becki Owens-approved (opens in new tab) backyard essentials to create the most exquisite outdoor oasis.

1. Bring your space alive with the help of artificial greenery

Becki's Design Tip: 'I like my spaces to feel cohesive in both areas and as you walk outside it feels like an extension of your home.'

2. Upgrade to polished plant planters

Becki's Design Tip: '[I] We strive to to make it feel inviting and cozy!' Try a versatile plant potter like this to achieve a warm-and-inviting space.

3. Employ a beautiful bar cart to keep the party alive

Becki's Design Tip: 'The Member's Mark Cahaba collection really felt like a pieces I could see using inside my home.'

4. Invest in a deep seating signature set

Good seating is an investment worth every penny, and to make sure you get your money's worth, we highly encourage you to opt for an offering (like the one below) that comes with both comfortable seats and a matching table.

5. Accentuate tablescapes with floral arrangements

Freshen up tablescapes with a floral arrangement that adds a striking-yet-subtle statement in seconds.

6. Select a bold rug to elevate the space

Becki's Design Tip: 'I also love to put an outdoor rug down! There is something about an outdoor rug that really draws you into the space.'

7. Reach for a pair of pillows to add in an extra layer of comfort

Becki's Design Tip: 'Lights, pillows and plants really help create [a comfortable] feeling.'

8. Invest in gorgeous greenery

Becki's Design Tip: 'When creating an outdoor space I love to bring the indoors outside.'

9. Wrap yourself or loved ones up in this beautiful blanket

Becki's Design Tip: 'I love items that remind me of inside my home, that us why I felt [this blanket was the] perfect fit for this outdoor space.'

10. Hang lavish light fixtures throughout

When the sun sets, your backyard patio is bound to get a bit darker than you'd like; hang a set of lights to lighten up any space in style.

11. Top your display off with this pretty pendant

To accentuate a pair of string lights or in place of them, opt for a pretty pendant light to command attention.

Brittany Romano wrote for Homes & Gardens as a U.S. Shopping Editor. A graduate of New England College, Brittany started her career as a freelance fashion market assistant at Marie Claire. She later joined AMI, where she designed a highly profitable commerce vertical. Noted for her award-winning content, she's covered everything from celebrity beauty hacks to the most lavish home decor.