Future Perfect Furniture

After the long hard winter we’ve just experienced (experts say this has been the coldest winter for over 30 years), the majority of the population couldn’t be more pleased that Spring has finally arrived.  As the temperatures begin to creep up and the layers of extra clothing slowly diminish at long last we can look forward to the prospect of spending some quality time in the garden. So if you are hoping to get in some hard earned R&R in the outdoor room pretty soon you may be considering investing in some new garden furniture.  To ensure your garden remains totally on trend, here’s the latest advice on the essential items tipped to cause a stir in the world of garden furniture this season:




 

Al fresco bistro! A bistro table is considered a garden must have. Ideal for a terrace, balcony, deck or right in the middle of the garden, a tiny bistro table is the perfect setting for morning coffee,  an afternoon cup of tea, or a post work beer or glass of wine.

 

Bespoke style
Create some hand made furniture out of natural materials which will blend perfectly with your garden scenery. A bench made of giant pieces of stone, a stone that functions as a chair, a grass covered mound that provides an ideal spot to sit – these are all possibilities which can transform naturally occurring objects into an unusual furniture talking piece.

Wicker works
A huge trend in 2010 is the continuing popularity of all weather wicker furniture. One piece you may definitely want to add to your garden is the all weather wicker lounger or daybed (also known as all weather rattan furniture) for the ultimate in chill out luxury.  Comfortable, light to handle and crafted in natural materials which fit so beautifully in the garden environment, wicker is a winner once again!

Mix it up
Several of the luxury garden furniture brands are introducing new ‘mixed material’ furniture.  Companies are mixing it up by combining stainless steel with outdoor wicker, as well as stainless steel with granite or concrete. The result is a totally contemporary, uber chic collection that really takes the concept of bringing the indoors, outdoors to a new level.

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