5 dreamy features for your outdoor space

If you enjoy athletic pursuits like surfing, swimming, or biking, there’s nothing more refreshing than rinsing off sand, dirt and chlorine, or cooling down post-workout with an outdoor shower. An outdoor shower is also a practical way to clean your dog, wash your surfboard, or rinse gardening tools.

Depending on your installation options and space, ABI Interiors’ Sola Freestanding Outdoor Shower Set is an all-in-one solution for hot or cold showers with a luxurious rain shower head and versatile hand-held shower. For a wall-mounted setup, pair the Sola Shower Arm & Head Set with the Hand Shower Set and Minimal Mixer.

For luxurious, resort-like touches, add robe hooks and fragrant, moisture-loving plants that double as a privacy screen.

Tip: If space is limited, fit an outdoor shower into a small side passage.

What to consider when installing an outdoor shower

• Choose slip-resistant tiles or pavers for safety
• Consider whether an outdoor shower suits your climate
• Is the area sheltered from wind and private, or do you need an enclosure or screen?
• Drainage placement – can the wastewater seep directly into your garden, or do you need professional advice?

If you have space for a pool, consider taking an outdoor shower one step further and constructing an outdoor bathroom or pool house.

Whether open-air or partially covered, incorporating ABI Interiors’ Sola range will ensure a functional, long-lasting washroom. The collection includes corrosion-resistant, stainless-steel tapware, sinks and showers.

With intentional design, your bathroom will feel like an extension of its surroundings. If you’re tiling part or all of the walls or floors, the size and colour you choose will set the tone.

A well-planned outdoor kitchen or BBQ area makes hosting easy, letting you meal-prep while entertaining guests. Consider your bench layout for easy prep and cleanup, and whether you need space for appliances like barbecues and pizza ovens or for integrations like a mini fridge.

ABI Interiors’ small and single outdoor sinks are purpose-built for al fresco kitchens and are compatible with an optional colander insert for holding ice, defrosting food, or washing produce. Accessories like the Sola Kitchen Mixer and Cabinetry Knobs allow for visual cohesion.

To ensure your outdoor kitchen adds value to your property, make sure it integrates seamlessly with your exterior, including your choice of cover, such as a pergola or other structure.

It’s easy to overlook your flooring, but the right layout defines areas and provides indoor-outdoor continuity.

Large-format tiles, such as ABI’s Lucca Limestone Look Outdoor Tiles, create minimal grout lines, a cleaner appearance, and a sense of spaciousness. Their durable porcelain mimics a velvety limestone texture and provides slip resistance. Choose from two neutral colours, sand and light grey, for a natural, earthy finish.

Tip: Pair Lucca outdoor tiles with ABI’s Lucca Limestone Look Indoor Tiles for visual cohesion and indoor-outdoor flow.

What to consider when selecting outdoor tiling

• Whether the tile finish complements your exterior facade and outdoor furniture
• Suitability for your local climate
• UV-resistant, slip-resistant and stain-resistant finishes

Add your street numbers or the name of your property to your boundary wall or entranceway for charm and character.

ABI Interior’s range of minimal-style signage complements a variety of facades while honouring the history of your home or bach.