How to maximise your outdoor space
Summer is a time for many of us time to enjoy the glorious weather and long summer evenings. Maximising your outdoor space allows for a comfortable and fun environment to spend quality time with family and friends. So let the good times roll and learn how to set the garden up for party season.
Daytime décor
Cousins are very excited to have launched new garden furniture departments. The garden range is available in an on-trend and versatile light grey, weatherproof weave rattan. Relax in comfort in one of our set of 2 recliner loungers whilst reading a book and listening to some music, or take some me time by curling up in our lovely hanging chair. Complete the look and stay out of the sun during the hottest parts of the day by pairing with a garden parasol – available in a variety of colours to suit your taste.
If you have a small garden, a 2 seater garden dining set or corner group garden set may be more ideal. The tempered glass table tops are safe and easy to clean for when any spillages take place.
When in stock the garden furniture will be fully assembled and ready for quick delivery. These dining sets and loungers are available to view in most of our showrooms, and new items will be added to the collection shortly.
You don’t have to be limited to exclusively using garden furniture only; when the day promises full sunshine ahead make the most of your garden by bringing the indoors outdoors with you. A lightweight lounger chair complemented with either a small wicker style coffee table or lamp table can allow for more guests to sit outdoors with you.
Small dining benches can also seat up to 3 people comfortably, and can also be easily moved to follow the sun around the garden – or even better, can be placed into the shade for your older or younger guests. Extend your hospitality further by taking your bar table and bar stools outside, the reclaimed style would really suit the outdoors. This eclectic style can then be arranged casually around a focal point such as a fire pit to help create more relaxed vibes.
Dress your patio with stylish rugs, cushions, and accessories to further enhance your space with added textures and colours.
Right: Our ‘Patio’ range, outdoor rugs available in various finishes
Display some pots and planters with your favourite herbs or plants around the borders of your garden, or on top of or nestled underneath your garden sleepers. This is another great opportunity to utilise your indoor faux plants and to bring them out whilst the sun is shining. Place these smaller accessories on all-weather boards or on small open display cabinets to brighten up your outdoor space further.
Whether it’s to raise a glass in birthday or anniversary celebrations, or if you’re enjoying a summer of sports, set the scene with a drinks trolley. Drinks trollies make for a great accent piece, and allow for a greater opportunity to mingle with all of your guests as you prepare their drinks.
Make the most of the evenings
With the sun setting later and with the much warmer temperatures you can afford to stay up much longer than you normally would. Take the decorative throw from the daytime décor and now use it to wrap around yourself to keep warm.
It’s now time to light the lanterns or to watch the solar powered fairy lights turn on along the fence for an extra cosy feeling. If you have outdoor heaters or fire pits, this is the moment to turn up the heat and maybe toast a few tasty marshmallows.
Make the most of summer by maximising your garden furniture. Shop online or in-store today to find your style.
