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Sun loungers are the ‘it’ garden furniture buy for this summer – and I’ve found 12 of the best ones for every budget and style

It’s my job to find the best pieces of outdoor furniture, and these are the loungers I’d recommend to anyone

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Outdoor Bean Bags Might Sound Unstylish, But in 2026, They've Suddenly Become the Best-Looking Seat of Summer

Nostalgic, comfortable, and casually cool — the outdoor bean bag chair is the only piece your garden needs

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Curved Outdoor Seating Is the Trend Defining the Coolest Gardens in 2026 — And Suddenly Straight-Lined Patios Feel Wrong

Are you sitting comfortably? This summer, sweeping sofas and sculptural chairs are the trending spots to relax al fresco

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Dubbed the "Perfect Outdoor Sofa," It's Not Hard to See Why Most People Buy Two of These — It's Elegant, Comes With a Coffee Table, and Is Currently on Sale

The sleek, linear silhouette of this outdoor sofa set makes it look so much more expensive than it is

Livingetc

This Retractable Sun Sail Is a Chic, Affordable, and Easy Way to Bring Peace and Shade to Your Garden (Plus It Screens Nosy Neighbors From Above)

Don't want to choose between sun and shade in your garden? This retractable design lets you get the best of both worlds

Livingetc

I’m obsessed with Soho Home garden furniture but can’t afford its high prices – so I found 7 budget alternatives for some of its most stylish pieces

Soho Home is one of the most aspirational brands of garden furniture, known for those iconic striped Soho House sun loungers

Ideal Home

I’ve spent hours searching for the best parasols – these are the 20 I'd recommend for shading a garden in style, from striped styles to tilting ones

Whatever style of parasol you're looking for, you're bound to find the best one on this list, no matter your budget

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I’m a furniture editor that’s hard to impress, but these garden coffee tables have done it – they’re a must-have in any outdoor living room

I’ve looked everywhere for the best garden coffee tables and these are the top 20 I’d recommend

Ideal Home

Japanese Moss Gardens Are the Calm, Minimalist Idea for Outdoors — Here’s How to Recreate Them, According to a Japanese Landscape Designer

This style of gardening may not be low maintenance, but the appeal it lends to your home is worth every bit of effort

Livingetc

Strapped for space? This cute cottage delivers heaps of cosy, compact living inspo that proves that small can be beautiful

The owners breathed new life into a once-neglected 18th-century Cornish cottage

Ideal Home

Where to Buy Freestanding Kitchen Units for a More Versatile Layout — From the High Street to the Design Studios Doing It Best

Your kitchen doesn't need to be custom for it to have the feel of an expensive design. These are all of our top picks for freestanding kitchen units you can adapt to your space

Livingetc

Forget Water Features — Fire Is the Element Your Garden Is Missing, Say Biophilic Designers

This one addition will make your garden warmer, both literally and in its design and emotion

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B&Q’s new corner outdoor sofa can transform into a daybed – and the stylish rattan-effect design is already flying off the shelves

Take lounging to the next level

Ideal Home

I Always Presumed That Wicker Planters Would Spell Disaster, but Then I Discovered This Clever Range With Removable Liners

Allowing for easy planting and upkeep, there's lots to love about these rattan planters that are perfect for spring

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Where to buy garden lounge sets for relaxing outside in style – these are my 8 favourite places to shop, from budget to luxury

This is where to get stylish and comfortable outdoor lounge sets, and most of them are currently on sale

Livingetc

5 Design Tricks That'll Make Your Kitchen Feel Calmer, Less Hectic, and More Like a Retreat at Home

Is your kitchen feeling chaotic? These expert-approved design tips turn this high-traffic space into the restorative heart of the home

Ideal Home

Swivel chairs are coming for your garden this year as Next releases one of the most stylish rattan outdoor swivels I’ve seen

Forget hanging chairs – it’s all about the garden swivel chairs this year

Livingetc

You'd Never Guess This Sleek £150 Outdoor Dining Table Is From IKEA — And It Conveniently 'Grows' With Your Guest List

With a slated wooden top and modern powder-coated metal legs, this outdoor dining table looks way more expensive than it is

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5 Easter Decor Rituals From Around the World to Inspire Your Spring Season

These traditions will inspire your home's design over the upcoming holiday (and perhaps even after)

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I Want a California-Inspired Garden — These Are the 5 Things a Los Angeles-Based Landscaper Says Are a Must-Have, and How to Adapt Them Even If You Live in the City

I asked a California-based landscape designer to share the key components of this style of outdoor space, so that I could turn mine from chaotic to calm

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When Is the Best Time to Buy Garden Furniture for 2026? The Experts Say There's a 'Golden Window', and It's Sooner Than You May Think

It's not just about knowing the hottest trends; this is what you need to know this year to make the most of your outdoor space

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Blooming brilliant: 63 ways to spring into spring

Whether it’s sowing sweet peas, servicing your bike or giving your trainers some TLC, here’s how to get your mind, body and home ready for the new season

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Habitat's Best-Selling £25 Garden Parasol Is Back in New Colors and Prints (but Probably Not for Long, It Sold Out Last Year)

It's our pick of the parasols this summer, and even though sunshine might seem far off, it's worth planning ahead

Livingetc

No Power Sockets? Who Cares — You Can Now Get Rechargeable Floor Lamps, and This One From M&S Looks So Expensive

A lack of power sockets is a serious pain for anyone who likes ambient lighting, but it doesn't have to be

Ideal Home

Freestanding kitchens are the key to a flexible layout in 2026 – here's why this old-school style is making a comeback

This old faithful style is designed for modern living

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