Garden and balcony furniture: ideas for your outdoor living room
Fresh air, warm sunshine and balmy evenings under the open sky – your garden, balcony or terrace is full of potential. With our garden furniture, the right balcony decor and clever terrace accessories, you can create a second living room for moments worth savouring.
How to enjoy your outdoor entertaining area in autumn
Why not wrap up warm and embrace the golden season to the full? Invite friends for outdoor get-togethers or enjoy coffee breaks in the crisp air. Plush cushions, sheepskins and snug throws add warmth and comfort to your alfresco dining. But remember to bring them back inside to protect them from the weather. And as the evenings turn darker, brighten things up with the cosy glow of some outdoor lamps.
Let’s go out for dinner
When the weather’s fair and summer warmth is in the air – there’s no better place for dining than outside. Find the outdoor furniture to match those moments here.
Outdoor storage for your balcony, patio, and garden
Keep your outdoor cushions, garden tools, and accessories organised and protected with durable, moist-proof storage furniture. The sturdy KOLBJÖRN shelving units with cabinets offer both closed storage and open shelves – and why not create a beautiful display of summery things on top of SUNDSÖ cabinets?
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Create your outdoor oasis with IKEA furniture and decor
Whether you have a sprawling garden or a compact city balcony, you'll find outdoor furniture here to suit every space and every lifestyle. Classic wooden furniture brings natural warmth to your terrace. Modern metal or woven lounge pieces add an urban feel. And space-saving balcony furniture can turn even the smallest outdoor area into a cosy retreat.
Key features and benefits of our terrace, garden and balcony furniture (depending on the model):
- Weatherproof materials: robust surfaces in wood, metal or plastic that stand up to rain, sun and wind.
- Space-saving solutions: folding chairs and stackable stools can be put away quickly when you need the space.
- A range of styles: from warm wood and modern metal to lightweight plastic, you'll find everything to suit your personal taste.
- Practical storage: outdoor cabinets and chests provide protected storage for cushions, tools and anything else you need outside.
- Complete sets: matching pieces that make it easy to pull a whole look together.
- Easy-to-clean surfaces: a quick wipe-down is all it takes to keep them looking good.
Discover our garden, terrace and balcony furniture – made for life outdoors: weatherproof, easy to maintain and built to last. From sun loungers and dining sets to privacy screens and outdoor plants, you decide what your outdoor space looks like.
How can I make my garden or balcony feel cosy?
Cosiness outside starts with the right garden or balcony furniture, a few outdoor textiles and some well-chosen lighting. Comfy seating is a great starting point, outdoor rugs add softness underfoot, and soft throws keep you warm on cooler evenings. LED lanterns or fairy lights create a lovely glow at dusk – just the thing for a relaxed evening outside. Add plants in different heights and sizes to round everything off.
How can I style a small balcony or garden?
When space is tight, every centimetre counts. Here are our tips for making the most of a limited outdoor area: folding balcony furniture can be stored away neatly when you're not using it. Wall shelves and hanging planters make use of vertical space for plants and pots. Light colours and mirrors make small areas feel larger. Multifunctional pieces are worth considering too – stools with storage or side tables with a shelf do more than one job at once. Even the smallest balcony can become your own personal haven.
What's the best material for garden and balcony furniture?
Garden furniture made from real wood – acacia or eucalyptus, for example – looks natural and warm, but it does need regular care. Aluminium is lightweight, rust-free and easy to look after. Plastic and polyrattan are weatherproof and usually affordable. For covered areas, more delicate terrace furniture or garden accessories also work well. When choosing, think about how much sun and rain your furniture will actually be exposed to, even if the material is described as weatherproof.
Which garden and balcony furniture is truly weatherproof and long-lasting?
Aluminium, powder-coated steel and high-quality plastic can all be left outside all year round. Treated hardwood such as acacia holds up well against the elements too. Polyrattan is UV-resistant and moisture-resistant. To extend the life of your furniture, protective covers are a good investment for your terrace furniture and garden accessories – they'll keep freestanding pieces safe even in heavy rain or snow. In winter, or whenever you're not using them, keep all cushions and seat pads somewhere dry. Outdoor cabinets are ideal for this.
How can garden decor and accessories help set the mood?
The right garden decor and accessories can make your outdoor space feel truly your own. Candles, torches and lanterns add a warm glow as the sun goes down – solar-powered options are particularly handy. Vases and plant pots in different shapes bring variety to your outdoor decor. Large parasols provide shade and help define different areas in your garden or on your terrace. And with a barbecue – or a full outdoor kitchen – you can cook, eat and hang out in the fresh air on plenty of days throughout the year.