Trends in Garden Furniture: What's Hot in the UK
With the coming of warm weather in UK in a few months time, lots of customers want to change their outside areas into comfortable and stylish places for relaxation and enjoyment. Garden furniture is really important for adding those perfect vibes to your outdoor space and knowing the newest styles helps those who want to make their outside spaces very attractive and comfy too. In this blog post, we will look at the most popular garden furniture trends in UK to help you make your outdoor space beautiful this Summer.
Sustainable Materials
A big change in the purchasing habits of customers when choosing their garden furniture is ensuring the materials used in the furniture they select is from sustainable sources. As more and more people care about the environment, they are looking for furniture made from materials that have been recycled or taken in a responsible way. Used wood, old plastic and bamboo are some style choices that look good. They also help make a cleaner world better. We only supply FSC approved timber furniture and where possible out furniture is built with as sustainable a method as possible.
Minimalist Designs
Recently, minimalism has become the main theme in decorating homes inside. Now it is also popular for outdoor spaces. Minimalist garden furniture uses clear lines, basic shapes, and simple colors. This is its main defining factor. This style not only makes things look modern and neat, it also lets the natural beauty of nature show through. Our luxury range of furniture is an excellent example of this minimalist style.
Outdoor Living Rooms
Nowadays, gardens aren’t just for planting flowers. Today, many people are changing their outdoor spaces to feel like a part of or extension of their home. They do this by adding comfy seats, usually more commonly found in living rooms inside, and rugs along with fireplaces for outdoor use. If you’re looking to create an outdoor living room you should look to add outdoor sofas, corner sofas, lounge chairs and coffee tables to make a comfortable outside area where you can relax. This is not only great for homeowners is also great for guests too!
Mixed Materials
Using different materials in garden furniture is a style that makes outdoor areas more exciting and stylish. Using elements like teak, aluminium and rope weave together makes a look that is both nice to see and full of energy. A good example of a blend of different materials is the Harbour Lifestyle Luna 8 Seat Rectangular Dining Set with Teak Table and Fire Pit as well as the Harbour Lifestyle Monterrey 6 Seat Rope Fire Pit Teak Bar Set.
Versatile Pieces
In small outdoor areas, being adaptable is important. Many people want furniture that can do more than one job. For instance, people often choose benches that can be used for storage and coffee tables that change into dining tables. These popular options help make the most of their outdoor area. A good example of a piece of furniture that is versatile and flexible is the Nova Windsor Heritage Daybed which is not only a piece for dining, you can also use it as a seating area and a daybed/lounger.
Bold Colors
Simple colors are still liked, but strong and bright shades are becoming more popular in garden seats. Using brightly coloured cushions, umbrellas and things can give your outdoor place a fun feeling. It makes it look happy and full of life. Don’t worry about trying out colors that show your own style and say something important. If you want to add colour but don’t want to brave purchasing furniture in a different colour to the norm you can always accessorise with brightly coloured scatter cushions and rugs.
Outdoor Dining
Eating outside is a favourite past time in the UK. Having an area for cooking and dining in your garden is very important too. There are many choices for tables and chairs, from FSC approved Teak sets to smooth ceramic and aluminium sets, these can fit everyone’s personal tastes or budget. People are starting to enjoy using outdoor kitchens and grills more often throughout the Summer, this allows them cook food for guests while being in the fresh air at the same time. What’s not to love about that.
Hanging Furniture
People are starting to use more hanging chairs and hammocks in their garden seats as an alternative to more traditional seating. These hanging pieces make you feel calm and bring a little enjoyment to any outdoor area. Pick a swinging chair or soft hammock and they will be your favourite place for resting. You can relax there while dreaming about anything you want.
Outdoor Lighting
Utilising good lighting is very important to make your garden feel cozy and welcoming as the sun sets of a Summers evening. Festoon lights from strings, rechargeable lamps and solar LED lights powered by the sun are all often used to brighten up outside areas. These types of lights not only give useful light but also bring some magic and love to your garden at night. The beauty of these lights is that they’re also portable so you can move them around your garden as you wish.
Weatherproof Materials
Since British weather can change quickly, it’s very important to buy garden furniture made from things that won’t get damaged by bad weather. Rattan, teak, and aluminium are some things that can last against nature. They also need very little ongoing care, with the exception of Teak which will require periodic oiling to keep in it’s optimum condition. Outdoor fabric pieces are also more popular than ever with many in our range offering rainproof, waterproof, hydrophobic and quick drying properties, definitely a material to consider.
To conclude, keeping up with new styles in garden furniture can help you make an inviting and welcoming outdoor space. There are many choices of eco-friendly materials and simple designs that fit every taste and budget. If you want to make a garden a place for sitting outside or eating food, using these ideas will help the furniture in your garden be both stylish and useful. So, explore the styles and turn your outside area into a place of comfort and look good.
If you have any questions about any products on our website please feel free to contact our friendly sales team on 01386 718674 or email us on support@nuvooutdoorliving.co.uk
