Garden Furniture Trends 2024

Introduction to Outdoor Furniture Trends for Gardens in 2024

We know that the garden is a source of true pride and joy for many people in the UK, with its aesthetic appeal a key part of this. As such, many UK homeowners are keen to keep up with the latest trends in gardens, whether that be the must-have plants, trees and flowers or the most fashionable garden furniture.

A big part of enjoying your garden is the chance to entertain guests, friends and family. Maybe you’re considering firing up the barbecue (British weather permitting) or hosting some celebratory drinks; either way, you’ll want your guests to be sat on and around some stylish patio furniture that they’ll be impressed by. To help you work out exactly what garden furniture this might be, we have put together this guide which takes you through the most exciting garden furniture trends for 2024.

And what’s more, you’re able to enhance your outdoor space right here at Home Treats, with our new range of high-quality, modern garden furniture.

Rattan Garden Furniture

It’s a classic that is as much in trend in 2024 as it was when it really exploded in popularity in Britain during the 1970’s. And why wouldn’t it be? Rattan garden furniture offers style and functionality in abundance, looking effortlessly chic and providing supreme comfort to the user.

Possibly the most attractive element of rattan furniture, aside from the delightful look created by the interwoven strands, would have to be its waterproofing. As much as we’d like it to be sunny all the time in the UK – it isn’t – so furniture you can leave outside in the rain knowing it won’t get ruined is absolutely ideal. The modern synthetic rattan furniture available today is the perfect choice for this.

Other benefits of rattan outdoor furniture include the durability of the super strong material used to craft the chairs and tables, plus the excellent lumbar support the chairs offer to those sat on them. Many of the rattan furniture sets available at Home Treats and beyond include comfy cushions that perfectly complement the furniture, but you can easily throw your favourite cushions on there as well for extra softness and a personal touch.

The Must-Have Garden Furniture Colour in 2024 – Grey!

There’s one colour that’s really taken over the garden furniture game in recent years and that is colour is grey. Many homeowners are discovering the simple elegance of the right shade of grey, both inside their homes and in their prized outdoor space.

Why is grey the essential colour for patio furniture in 2024? There’s a few reasons. Firstly, there is real trend in modern interior design around greys and blacks being the most contemporary colours to use and it makes sense that such a trend should extend to the outside of a home too. Another real benefit to grey is that it really does go with pretty much anything. You can brighten it up with your own personal touches but grey furniture is the perfect base from which to begin.

If you want to really your guests to know their are in a modern outdoor space, choose grey garden furniture, coupled with summer coloured accents in muted greens or pale blues using cushions, outdoor rugs or even coloured glasses, plates and bowls in those earthy tones.

Fire Pit Garden Furniture

We couldn’t discuss modern outdoor living without mentioning fire pits – truly one of the most sought-after additions to outdoor spaces in 2024. What better way to extend the time spent in your garden by you, your family and your guests than to provide warmth in the form of a fire pit?

Imagine the atmosphere as the sun goes down and the temperature drops a touch but you’re all sat around a roaring fire, keeping everyone warm and bringing that lovely rustic smell. Your guests will take away memories to share with others, marvelling and reminiscing about your garden dining area elevated by a fire pit.

And what better way to jump on the latest trend and add an increasingly popular fire pit to your garden than with a garden furniture set that features an in-built fire pit? We have options in this area available at Home Treats, which undoubtedly encourage more time outdoors in the fresh air even in the cooler months, ensuring you get full value out of your outdoor space all year round.

Indoor Outdoor Living

Other garden furniture trends revolve around the idea of ‘indoor outdoor living’, whereby your indoor and outdoor spaces are brought together to create one big space for living and entertaining. The indoor outdoor trend is gaining popularity with big families and young professionals who love to entertain their friends and jumping on this emerging trend is easier than you might think.

First, you need to consider that transition from the indoor to your outdoor living space. If you’re lucky enough to have bi fold or sliding doors as an entrance to your patio or landscaped garden, the transition is easy. If not, you need to focus on aesthetics. If you have a minimalist design inside, you need to keep that going outside with simple outdoor furniture. If you have a brighter decor, choose bold shades and more dramatic furniture pieces for your patio.

Now let’s think about how you combine lounging and cooking spaces for the ultimate entertainment indoor outdoor space. You should ensure there is seating both inside and outside for your guests, and spread out food and drinks between the two as well. There are endless possibilities in this area but the key is to make it your own and ensure the outside looks and feels like it’s really a part of the same home.

Cube Garden Furniture

Another possible option to consider when choosing furniture for patios is cubic garden furniture – another favourite in the world of outdoor furniture trends. Simply put, cubic furniture for your garden is a patio furniture set which fits neatly into a cube. They tend to comprise a table with a square top, surrounded by comfortable seating that creates a succinct cube when the seating is pushed under the table.

This idea of cubic furniture is ideal for creating a perfect spot for dining and socialising in your garden without taking up much space when not in use. This cubic style is a timeless look that is still fully on trend and remains a major player to consider when choosing garden furniture.

Some of the cubic patio furniture available at Home Treats has rounded edges to create a welcoming style, with a choice of seating on offer, including regular chairs and stools, plus sofa seating for a really friendly dining set.

Multifunctional Garden Furniture

For many, purchasing new outdoor furniture is a significant outlay, so you want to get as much bang for your buck, so to speak. With this in mind, many Brits are turning to multifunctional garden furniture, i.e furniture they can use as much as possible, not just something they will bring out the shed every other weekend when the in-laws pop round.

For instance, garden tables that double up as an outdoor kitchen area are a must-have feature for anybody who loves outdoor dining. If you’re hosting a BBQ to celebrate the sun just about breaking through the clouds, you’re going to need lots of space for your food, utensils and crockery, while also having the room to squeeze a few drinks on the table too.

We recommend choosing a large table with in-built storage under the main tabletop, or choosing a simple large showpiece table, accompanied by one or two smaller tables for your cooking essentials. You want your guests to feel comfortable and relaxed in your garden, and giving them ample space is the ideal way to do this.

Up-cycled Garden Furniture Trends

A final element of outdoor furniture trends for 2024 to consider would have to be DIY garden furniture, whereby up-cycling fanatics use natural materials to create rustic-looking smart furniture for their outdoor space.

Using sustainable materials to make your own garden furniture is a cost-effective way of adding furniture to your patio and is one of the fastest growing trends in the industry. You can use old metal like wrought iron when creating DIY patio chairs and tables, or stick to natural materials like wood and teak for a natural look and more earthy colours.

The potential downside of this practice is that you lose some of the benefits of modern outdoor furniture, missing out on weather resistant materials and the ease of low maintenance lightweight furniture.

Summary of Outdoor Furniture Trends

Now we have taken you through the most appealing furniture trends in 2024 to upgrade your outdoor living, you should be in a position to make an informed buying decision. We have considered the best materials, styles and colours in the outdoor kitchen, dining and lounging world, so you’re ready to enjoy the coming summer to its fullest.

Don’t forget to consider the high-quality and fantastic value options available at Home Treats UK as you think about creating your on-trend outdoor haven.