A designer will help you untap the potential of a tricky space and turn it into your hosting hotspot.

THE PAINT

Clean, white painted timber allows the shape of a deck to shine through. Berger ‘Jet Dry’ oil based gloss paint in White, $92.80/4L, Bunnings, bunnings.com.au.

THE CUSHION

A mix of textures and materials gives a more creative collection of soft furnishings. Vintage Beach Shack ‘ Vegan’ leather cushion, $114, Temple & Webster, templeandwebster.com.au.

THE TABLE THE LIGHT

Clever lighting adds style and atmosphere. ‘Ledlux Marine’ IP65 LED 12V step light, $129, Beacon Lighting, beaconlighting.com.au.

A side table adds a glimpse of unexpected glamour. ‘Martini’ side table in Copper, $199, West Elm, westelm.com.au.