Outdoor furniture ideas for alfresco living this summer
Posted on 12th April 2025
We’ve been spoiled with beautiful weather in the UK lately, which calls for rolling up your sleeves and wearing your best gardening hat to spruce up your outdoor area just in time for summer.
Whether you’re looking to completely transform your garden with a brand-new set or simply need inspiration for updating certain areas, such as a chic coffee table for sitting in the sunshine in the morning, or a cocooning chair for unwinding with a good book in the evening, we’ve rounded up pretty and practical outdoor furniture ideas to get your creativity flowing.
Complete your outdoor setup with stylish lounge furniture made from tactile, natural materials. Denim Vilamoura rattan lounging sofa set with cushions, £2450, Laura Ashley.
But, as with any outdoor furniture, it’s important to consider choosing pieces crafted from durable materials, or even weather-proof products, plus suitable covers, so you can use them no matter the season.
Ready to get inspired? From budget-friendly benches to splurge-worthy dining tables, these are some of our favourite outdoor furniture ideas…
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Looking forward to spending more time outdoors this warm season? Ensure you sit comfortably with a new sofa. Sandridge three-seater sofa, £3750, Garden Trading. Complete the look with a coffee table, some throws and cushions, and lanterns for cosy evenings in the garden.Make a statement with a striking stone-effect table like the Mason coffee table, £499, Atkin and Thyme.Teleport to the Mediterranean with chic outdoor lounge furniture. Bellagio round wicker outdoor one-seater sofa in Dark Grey, £409.99, Daals.The Paseo occasional chair, £695, Cox & Cox, is the ideal indoor-outdoor solution for a bit of R&R.Dine in style this summer with modern outdoor furniture like the Noo.Ma Nokk stool in Orange Peel, £316.26, available at The Roost.Get inspired from nature and introduce a pop of colour in your outdoor seating area. If you’re feeling daring, you can even play with patterns for a bold look. Green checkered metal lounge chair, £39, George Home.Got a compact balcony or patio? A bench is a practical addition, perfect for making the most of the available outdoor space. Decorate it with cushions and throws for a comfortable seating experience. Uglit bench, £99.99, Jysk.Indulge in alfresco meals with aesthetically-pleasing yet equally practical dining solutions. Set of two Verana steel/resin garden chairs, £399.99, La Redoute.Love entertaining? A spacious dining table is bound to become the heart of your garden. This opulent pedestal-leg solution from the Outdoor collection by Exteta, available at Artemest, fits right at home in a contemporary setting.Upgrade your outdoor area with statement seating solutions. Shorwell garden sofa, £2995, and armchair, £1295, both in Natural Teak, Oka.
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