From colourful cushions that look as good in the living room as on the lawn to portable lamps and speakers fit for home working and garden parties, a new breed of versatile household products allows you to economise by furnishing your home and garden in one go.
Traditionally, Britons have bought dedicated garden kit but with household finances under pressure and a growing desire to shop more sustainably, retailers have turned to selling “indoor-outdoor” furnishings and gadgets. “We’re seeing customers buying products that have a dual use and look just as good inside the home as they do out,” says the John Lewis head of home accessories, Camilla Rowe.
