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How To Create An Outdoor Living Room

How To Create An Outdoor Living Room: Those lucky enough to have a garden are undoubtedly enjoying it during the Coronavirus Lockdown. With lazy summer days ahead, you might want to create an outdoor living room in your garden. Invest in a comfy outdoor sofa with additional seating, such as a daybed or rocking chair. Treat yourself to an outdoor projector and screen. Add a few cosy touches with a rug, cushions, throws and a fire pit for the evening, and you will be in garden heaven.

Create An Outdoor Living Room

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Outdoor Living Room Furniture and Accessories

Five-Seater Sofa Set: If you have a large patio, treat yourself to a comfortable sofa with cushions. Adding a coffee table will make you feel like you are relaxing in your living room. The Five-Seater Sofa Set includes a coffee table, two-seater sofa, set of armchairs and an ottoman. It is made from acacia wood which is robust in harsh weather. The cushions are easily removed to store in the conservatory or shed when not in use. The price is £919.99 from Sol 72 Outdoor at Wayfair (product code: HVO59599).

TECOMA Rocking Chair: If you have space, you can add a few more seating options like this rocking chair. It is made from braided rattan effect resin, which will withstand outdoor use. The price is £135.80 from Maisons du Monde (product code: 186608).

Cradle Rope Two-Seater Garden Day Bed: For those who love to snooze in the back garden, this FSC-Certified Eucalyptus wood frame day bed with synthetic weave detailing is ideal. The price is £799 from John Lewis & Partners (product code: 82032607).

Gandia Blasco Garden Layers Rug: A garden rug is perfect for making your backyard feel like a living room. The Diagonal pattern in blue and almond colours is subtle, which would look amazing on top of neutral patio paving. The weather-resistant yarns help the rug dry quickly should it get wet, while the tasselled edging adds decorative detailing. The price is £815 from Heal’s.

Outdoor Gas Fire Pit: A portable fire pit is perfect for providing instant heat when the sun goes down. The heating for this fire pit burns clean and smokeless, which is easily controlled. The price is £169.95 from Costway on Amazon UK (product code: B06XWTWDL4).

Missoni Home Windhoek Cushion: Either take your living room cushions outside or buy a few outdoor alternatives. Cushions can add a splash of colour to a neutral garden sofa and add a layer of comfort to more rigid chairs. The price is £230 from Amara (product code: 1W4CU00795IG-160).

Hug Rug Throw: Throws are perfect for keeping warm when the sun goes down. The natural colour herringbone pattern throw is made from 100% recycled plastic bottles, which is okay for outdoor use. The price is £35 from Amara (product code: HGWOHE130X180NAT).

Narlu Planter Stand: Add a few decorative outdoor planters to create a living room vibe. The age zinc planters are delightfully rustic. Select planters and pots you can take inside during the winter months to keep your plants healthy. The price is £39.95-59.95 from Nkuku.

Mini Portable Projector: If you have a private garden where you aren’t going to annoy your neighbours, you can watch TV outside. Projectors are ideal for taking into the garden and streaming via the laptop or smartphone. The price is £69.99 from XuanPad at Amazon UK (product code: B07SHMSVCP).

Outdoor Projector Screen: If you have a projector, you might want to buy a screen to go with it. This one is easy to set up in five minutes and has a lightweight stand. The price is £119.99 from Vamvo on Amazon UK (product code: B07Q3VNKTZ).

Kreafunk Aglow Bluetooth Speaker and lantern: Play some music while you’re relaxing in the garden but don’t annoy your neighbours. The rose gold and white speakers are waterproof, rechargeable and have a built-in lantern. The price is £129 from Amara (product code: Kfcd31).

You may be interested in reading about more Garden Styling Ideas and looking at pictures on my Pinterest Boards.

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Author: Homegirl London. Photographs: Wayfair, Maisons du Monde, John Lewis & Partners, Heal’s, Amazon UK, Amara and Nkuku.