Whether you want a quiet place to relax or to simply enjoy the sunshine, these elegant products will create a delightful oasis, says Tina DeBoarde.
Hang around
This hanging cocoon chair will soon become your favourite place to hang out for a little ‘me time’. Grab your book and settle down for a few hours of relaxed bliss. Add a few scatter cushions for extra comfort and off you go. Chedworth Sandstone Hanging Cocoon from Bramblecrest £693 bramblecrest.com
Flower power
Recline in style on an Asters Deckchair from Perkins & Morley’s Vintage Garden collection. These pretty UK handmade deckchairs are perfect for your garden or patio and lightweight enough to move around whenever the fancy takes you.
Deckchair £150, outdoor cushions from £49.99 perkinsandmorley.com
Are you being served?
From mixing cocktails to serving up the canapés, a stylish trolley is an essential garden accessory. Wheel out this attractive Flogan Eucalyptus Bar Trolley and fill it with your favourite goodies.
John Lewis, £299 johnlewis.com
A room with a view
Whatever the weather, this beautifully designed summer house is a joy to look at and a great way of adding luxury to your outdoor space. The octagonal shape of the Kew Summerhouse is inspired by Kew’s Temperate House, and creates an inviting space from which to enjoy the sights, sounds and scents of the garden.
Malvern Garden Buildings, from £19,191
malverngardenbuildings.co.uk
Add some colour
Up the cosiness factor and add comfort to your chairs. This elegant cushion will do just the job in creating a cosy outdoor living room. Fans of the painter will be inspired by the Irises – Van Gogh Museum cushion.
We Love Cushions, from £44.99
welovecushions.co.uk
Alfresco dining
Entertain in style with this softly curved dining table and comfy armchairs, ideal for afternoon teas and alfresco dinners.
The Mayfair Collection from Bridgman, £3,699. bridgman.co.uk
When the sun goes down...
No outdoor space should be without a centrepiece when the sun goes down. This stylish fire pit is made from British steel and can be used with both logs and charcoal. Gather your friends around and keep the fire burning long into the evening. Ball Stand Fire Pit, £424
firepitsuk.co.uk
Timeless elegance
This curved sofa set is compact enough for your patio or lawn. The laid-back design is a great way to create zones in your garden for a luxurious layout, and the matching table adds the finishing touch. Bridgman Mayfair modular set, £1,399
bridgman.co.uk
