Summer Spaces Designed for Connection, Relaxation and Wellness
As summer kicks off, outdoor spaces naturally become the center of everyday living. Across multifamily and student housing communities alike, the intentionality of outdoor designs and exterior amenities have become vital to resident experience, often emphasizing designs that support social connection, wellness, relaxation, and flexibility throughout the entire season. Resort-style pools, rooftop lounges, outdoor kitchens, and shaded seating areas work together to create environments that feel elevated while remaining functional for everyday use.
In student housing communities, outdoor amenities are being designed to support both academic focus and social interaction. At The Metropolitan Tampa, layered seating, integrated lighting, and warm material palettes create rooftop gathering spaces that feel both inviting and sophisticated. The environment reflects the vibrancy of Tampa’s student lifestyle while offering versatility for everything from calm evenings to larger social gatherings.
Similarly, The Standard at Eugene combines activity-driven exterior spaces with collaborative common areas designed to promote connection and engagement. The outdoor amenities reflect the Standard’s unique energy while creating an inspiring area where students can recharge.
Multi-family communities are also embracing outdoor settings that encourage residents to slow down and spend more time outside. At Ascend Angeline, a casual coastal aesthetic blends relaxed refinement with timeless comfort. Poolside lounges, shaded cabanas, woven textures, and natural materials create a serene aesthetic that feels both modern and accessible. At Alta Stone at the Gateway, the rooftop deck serves as a lively gathering space with conversational seating, integrated fire features, and custom upholstery that introduces pattern and color throughout the environment. Neutral tones and industrial lighting create a sophisticated backdrop, while curated artistic elements ground the design in its local context.
As outdoor living continues to evolve, the most impactful amenity spaces are those that feel intentional, cohesive, and connected to the overall identity of the property. The Design Environments team has the creativity, experience, resources and processes to make it easy for developers to realize their vision for spectacular outdoor spaces. Tell us about your upcoming project, and discover why residential and hospitality property owners rely on us as their go-to partner for turnkey design, FF&E procurement, planning, logistics, and installation.
