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5 Reasons Why Designers Are 'Color-Drenching' Modern Gardens With This Versatile Palette — And How They Use It in Their Designs to Define a 'Mood'

The interior trend for color drenching is now a big theme for outdoor living spaces too, and sumptuous purple is definitely leading the way as the coolest new color around

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This Outdoor Reclining Chair From John Lewis Folds Away Totally Flat — It's My Small Garden's Secret Weapon in Summer

You can enjoy indulgent lounging on even the smallest of balconies this summer, thanks to this compact folding steamer chair

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Outdoor table wardrobes are the secret to making alfresco hosting simple this summer – here's why you need one in your garden

This easy storage idea will make summer dining a breeze

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Where to buy the most stylish outdoor floor lamps – these are the 7 brands and retailers I’m recommending to everybody right now

Create a stylish and cosy outdoor living room vibe all summer long

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Convenience zones are the secret to making your outdoor cooking space work harder this summer – from social zones to prep areas, here's how to create a functional layout

From social zones to prep areas, here's how to create a functional layout

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5 Tricks to Make Your Garden Lighting Feel 'Layered' — It Will Feel Richer and More Stylish, but Never Over Bright

Landscape designers reveal how to balance different types of outdoor lighting for an exterior that's as beautifully lit as the inside of your home

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7 Standout Ideas That Make Gardens Feel More Immersive and Interesting From This Year's Chelsea Flower Show

From an abundance of outdoor kitchens to maximalist sculptures, sensory design, offline wellness spaces, and more...

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4 Colors That Are Good for Your Garden, According to Feng Shui — It's All About Balancing the Elements in Your Landscape's Palette

And as Feng Shui experts tell us, there's at least one element and its color that will surprise you...

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This Highly-Rated Eucalyptus Patio Set From Habitat Is "Actually Comfortable," and Its Space-Saving Design Makes It Ideal for Smaller Gardens

Want to know the best part? This stylish set is also currently on sale at 20% off

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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