Designing a garden room means creating a real outdoor living space. On a terrace, a balcony or in the heart of the garden, every space can be designed for relaxing, entertaining, enjoying the sun or dreaming in the shade of a tree. Warm wood, colorful metal, mixed materials or sleek shapes: there’s a wide range of styles to suit every taste. Discover garden furniture ideas for every taste, practical advice and inspiring selections.
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A must-have for garden furniture that’s both welcoming and authentic, wood has a patina that lasts through the seasons without ever tiring you out. From exotic teak to the raw charm of acacia, from oak to composite wood, this living material adapts to all your decorating desires. Seaside ambience, country chic or contemporary allure, wood brings a touch of refinement to all exteriors.
Looking for a charming garden furniture idea? Discover our inspirations and favorite collections, from the roughest to the most contemporary.
Wood is making a comeback in our gardens, with its pure lines and deliberately raw aesthetic. No frills here: solid wood, straight lines and a visible structure. This radical approach celebrates the beauty of raw materials and the authenticity of construction. Wood, left exposed or painted in sober or primary shades, asserts its character and creates a subtle contrast with the greenery of the garden.
Warm, durable and deeply timeless, solid wood imposes its style on our exteriors. With its exposed grain, natural hues and lively feel, it develops a patina over time, without ever going out of fashion. Each piece of solid wood garden furniture tells a story, the story of a noble material crafted with respect for the material. An ideal garden furniture idea for those seeking authenticity and durability.
Sturdy, elegant, contrasting… The wood and metal duo can be used in a variety of ways to dress up outdoor furniture. Wood and metal garden furniture embodies the perfect balance between authenticity and modernity. Metal – often used for frames or structures – ensures solidity and gives a contemporary look to outdoor coffee tables and armchairs. Wood, on the other hand, softens the overall look and adds warmth with its lively textures.
Solid, timeless and resolutely durable… Metal is the ideal material for a garden furniture set that’s both trendy and long-lasting. Stainless in the face of changing seasons and styles, it can be reinvented without losing its cachet. Whether it’s a vintage version with industrial accents, a streamlined silhouette or a lace-like openwork look, metal deploys its full palette to create outdoor spaces with character. A powerful material, to be (re)discovered in all its facets.
Looking for an idea for designer garden furniture? Metal bends gently to create lightweight seating. Arched structures create furniture that’s both graphic and welcoming, ideal for structuring a modern relaxation area. The curves break with metal’s usual strict lines to offer real visual comfort and an ultra-contemporary look.
Choose metal garden furniture that combines technology, comfort and good humor. With a palette of vibrant hues and proven expertise, painted metal pieces bring rhythm to the outdoors. Stackable, folding or fixed, they adapt to any size of space. Here, metal becomes an accomplice to your sun breaks, while adding a decorative touch that won’t go unnoticed.
For a garden lounge with an assertive style, opt for textural effects. Perforated metal plays with light, creating poetic atmospheres as the day progresses. Its openwork patterns let rays filter through to create subtle shadow effects on the floor or walls. Braided, it is reminiscent of artisanal techniques, giving rise to seats that are as airy as they are resistant. A more sensitive, more textile approach that reinvents the material.
–Dapple by Ferm LivingDapple, a lightweight seat with tubular structure and openwork fabric, ideal for a bohemian chic ambience.
–T37 by Tolix, an iconic chair revisited with a new metal weave, a blend of tradition and innovation.
–Satellite by Gubi, a retro-futuristic perforated outdoor lamp that plays with light to create a unique evening atmosphere.
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Looking for absolute comfort in your garden furniture? Think Fatboy poufs! Modular, lightweight and ultra-versatile, they’re perfect for sitting on, stretching out your legs or improvising an extra seat around the coffee table. Outdoor poufs come in a multitude of shapes, colors and materials.
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To make the most of your garden furniture even at the sunniest times of the day, shade is essential. In addition to protecting you from the sun’s rays, Business & Pleasure parasols give visual structure to the space and dress up your outdoor relaxation area. Choose from soft or contrasting shades to complement your outdoor décor.
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Decorating for the outdoors too! Kartell outdoor cushions, with their graphic patterns and bright or natural colors, instantly breathe warmth into your garden furniture. Combined with an outdoor rug, they create a real outdoor living space. UV and humidity resistant, these decorative elements are designed to last.
When looking for a durable garden furniture idea, the choice of material is essential. Of all the options available, metal stands out as one of the most resistant materials for an outdoor space. Stainless, lightweight and easy to maintain, it is resistant to humidity, UV rays and temperature variations. Aluminum garden furniture retains its appearance through the seasons, without rusting or warping.
Teak is another excellent alternative. This naturally rot-resistant exotic wood is highly weather-resistant. Over time, it develops an elegant gray patina, much sought-after in chic outdoor settings.
Whichever material you choose, remember to combine your living room with a matching garden table and a few decorative accessories to personalize your outdoor space: cushions, lanterns, outdoor rugs… Enough to create a stylish, hard-wearing relaxation area to make the most of the warm weather!
To create a cocooning outdoor corner, start by creating a low garden lounge with generous, welcoming garden sofas. Add colorful cushions for a cozy, convivial touch.
Set up your relaxation area in the shade of trees or under a pergola for an intimate atmosphere. Surround yourself with plants in pots or in the ground: they bring freshness and life. When it comes to lighting, opt for strings of lights suspended in the branches or around your furniture, to create a soft, magical atmosphere as soon as night falls.
To complete your garden furniture, don’t forget a small outdoor rug, a few plaids for chilly evenings and why not a brazier to prolong summer evenings. With all these ideas for your garden furniture, your outdoor space becomes a truly comfortable refuge, perfect for relaxing all summer long.
For a garden furniture able to withstand the seasons without faltering, it’s best to opt for reliable, hard-wearing materials. Aluminum, teak and woven resin are some of the most suitable materials for garden furniture that will remain outdoors all year round. They are resistant to weather, UV rays, humidity and temperature variations, and require little maintenance.
A set of garden armchairs in powder-coated aluminum or woven resin, with removable, water-repellent cushions, is perfect for staying outdoors in all seasons. Teak, meanwhile, develops a beautiful gray patina over time, giving it a natural charm, even without special protection.
Even with sturdy furniture, it’s a good idea to cover your living room during winter or long periods of disuse, to extend its lifespan. Use protective covers to cover all your garden furniture.
By choosing quality, well-designed materials, you can enjoy your garden furniture season after season.
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