outdoor living
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Rattan garden furniture will never go out of style – and I found the 9 best pieces to invest in nowFrom the best rattan lounging set to my top-rated egg chair, these are my top picks
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I’m obsessed with Soho Home garden furniture but can’t afford its high prices – so I found 7 budget alternativesSoho Home is one of the most aspirational brands of garden furniture, known for those iconic striped Soho House sun loungers
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Aldi has updated its stunning £50 mosaic solar water feature for 2026 – its sunny new design will transform your garden into a Mediterranean oasisAchieve Mediterranean chic without the holiday cost
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Aldi’s cult Kamado BBQ is returning to stores, and it’s more than £1,200 cheaper than Big Green Egg – it even beats Lidl on priceIs this the cheapest egg BBQ on sale right now?
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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 styleWhatever 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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Amanda Holden has just convinced me that chandeliers can look amazing in a gardenElevate your garden lighting with one stunning feature
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IKEA's stylish yet subtle solar lights gave my garden borders a glow up – they made my front garden feel welcoming againThese cute lights have boosted my home's kerb appeal
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QVC just dropped a stylish, 70s-inspired outdoor furniture range – if you’re after a sunlounger this year, look no furtherFrom the most stylish £140 sunlounger to outdoor bolster cushions, these are the 9 pieces that impressed me the most
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Lidl is selling a new Kamado egg BBQ that is more than £1,200 cheaper than the Big Green EggBe quick, we think this BBQ is going to sell out fast!
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I've selected the best BBQs to level up your summer grilling, tried and tested in real gardensThe very best BBQs out there, reviewed and approved by the Ideal Home team
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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 roomI’ve looked everywhere for the best garden coffee tables and these are the top 20 I’d recommend
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Dunelm’s bohemian-style outdoor pendant lights are the trick to make your garden lighting look expensive this summerElevate evenings in the garden
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It’s my job to look at and test outdoor sofas, so it’s not easy to impress me – but these 8 garden sofas have done itFrom budget to luxury, space-saving to large corner designs, these are the best outdoor sofas I've seen
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Lidl’s whimsical garden lighting is even cheaper than Aldi’s – their £1.99 light-up tulip stake lights steal the showThe light-up flowers you never knew you needed
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The most peaceful gardens are adopting this garden furniture trend for 2026 – it makes comfort and style look effortlessIt's the perfect choice of garden furniture if you're prioritising comfort this summer
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I did a double-take when I spotted that this garden sofa from Argos was under £200 – its on-trend curved shape makes it look way more expensiveThis stylish garden sofa set is ideal for hosting this summer
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B&M is selling an egg chair that looks just like a Dunelm bestseller – this 1 clever, space-saving feature sets it apartIt's a bargain price, too!
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I’m obsessed with the HAY metal garden furniture but could never afford the price tag – so, I’ve found 11 stylish alternatives that deliver the same look on a budgetHAY’s Palissade outdoor furniture range is a cult favourite found in the most stylish gardens
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B&Q’s new corner outdoor sofa can turn into a daybed – and the stylish rattan-effect design is already flying off the shelvesTake lounging to the next level
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These are the 7 garden furniture trends that you’re going to see in the most stylish outdoor spaces this summerIf you’re shopping for outdoor furniture this year, read this first
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George Home’s sell-out £199 Lisbon garden set is back by popular demand for 2026 – it could easily be mistaken for a more expensive setFulfil your garden hosting needs on a budget
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Anthropologie’s new Farm Rio home collab is summer maximalism at its bestIt's perfect for al fresco hosting
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B&Q’s new orange egg is a dead ringer for the cult Big Green Egg – it’s £450 cheaper tooBBQ season is here
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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 luxuryThis is where to get stylish and comfortable outdoor lounge sets, and most of them are currently on sale
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Lidl is selling the chicest garden parasol for under £15 – it could easily be mistaken for this £70 John Lewis alternativeGive your garden a glow-up on a budget
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I predict Dunelm’s stylish, space-saving garden dining set will quickly sell out – it takes up very little space and seats 8 peopleIt’s my top recommendation for any small garden
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John Lewis has slashed the price of some of its best-rated garden furniture – 6 picks you don’t want to missGrab a bargain before the sun comes out
