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Are you making the most of your outdoor space?
Blue skies are heading our way, so it’s a good time to rethink your little slice of sunshine. Here are our best big ideas for small patios, featuring slimline furniture styles and savvy storage solutions, designed with pint-sized plots in mind.
Trendy styles, practical designs
Choose flexible folding furniture
Another winner for any small patio space is folding furniture, especially if you'll only eat out occasionally. When not in use just flatten and store against a wall to free up your space.
Go casual with outdoor cushions and rugs
These coated accessories create an easy-going area for lounging around, and are much less bulky than furniture sets. They'd look just as good indoors if you need a 'whatever-the-weather' plan B.
Opt for styles that tuck
If you like to eat and entertain outdoors but are worried about a dining set taking up too much room, look for options where the seats can completely tuck into the table when not in use.
Make room for more with a bench
Want to add more compact seating to your alfresco space? Put out a garden bench. Set it up in a corner with a view and enjoy the sight with a drink or two.
Opt for versatile modular furniture
Snug, savvy, stylish. Make a statement with modular furniture. Perfect for small gardens, it's super versatile- add to it or take it apart and make it as small or big as you want. You decide.
Add the finishing touches
Furniture set-up done? Now let's make your garden look more inviting. From pots and planters to lights and candles- jazz up your patio with pretty accessories.
Have a balcony?
We show you how to make the most of your outdoor space with furniture designed just for balconies.
Our favourite furniture picks for patios
Add in some savvy storage
No room for a shed? These space-savvy outdoor storage solutions mean you can still store your cushions, toys and gardening tools safely out of the elements.
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Make it a multi-functional space
'Grow your own' with a mini greenhouse
Petite planters and pop-up greenhouses let you 'grow your own' in any space. How about a herb garden? They're easy to grow, useful for cooking and will give your patio a fresh scent.
Create a compact outdoor kitchen
Eating al fresco is one of the best bits about summer. A space-saving BBQ or table top styles let you create that smoky chargrilled deliciousness, even in the smallest of courtyards.
Add wall lights for evening entertaining
Who said the party has to end at sundown? Wall or string lighting doesn't take up any of your precious floor space, but lets you continue entertaining after dark.
Create a play area for your kid
Make your little one leap with joy by gifting them a dedicated area for their playtime. We've got a range of outdoor toys for smaller spaces to get you started.
More help and inspiration
How to entertain outdoors
Enjoy your garden from sunrise to sunset.
