There are many considerations that make a garden feel inviting and welcoming. Of course, to begin with, a general level of good exterior maintenance is key. If grass is freshly trimmed, weeds are pulled, and the garden path is stable and secure, then we’re much more likely to want to explore it. Privacy is also a nice bonus, to the degree you can enjoy it. While you might not be able to stop everyone from being able to see into your garden from adjacent houses, strong gates, privacy fences and treelines can make a big difference regarding how calm you can feel when occupying this space.We’d also argue that careful forethought regarding your garden seating area can make a major difference, too. Some services, like Rattan furniture, do what they can to hit all of these notes. But what outcomes should you be looking for, and how can you design your own comfortable garden seating area so that the space doesn’t feel out of date or decrepit? Let’s consider that, below:

Nice sightlines that look across the garden, can see into the household, and of course, furniture orientation so that each guest can see one another well is tantamount to a good social experience. It allows you to spend time in the garden in a comfortable manner, not having to lean around fixtures or feel isolated in the garden. For some, that means a mid-garden staging area is preferable to one located on the deck outside of the kitchenette doors. Think of the best views first, it might be that a seating area is perfectly placed in that environment.

It’s a lovely idea to think of the proper maintenance and cover of your garden furniture, because this means it will last in its best condition for the longest amount of time. Using tarpaulin to cover our chairs in winter, or bringing them into our garden shed, or making sure that this furniture is properly disinfected each year, will make a major difference towards how fresh and comfortable it looks. Washing the cushions and back supports will also make a great difference.

Finding the ideal focal points and conveniences is key if you hope to sit outside not just as a matter of occasion, but a matter of lifestyle. A good example might include seating your area around a chiminea, or implementing a parasol or two for shade. For some, a variety of chairs, including larger deck chairs, table seating chairs, and comfortable benches can be used to ensure that no matter the needs of the social event, everyone has a right way to sit down. For some, a simple bonfire pit is enough room to sit around, which could be especially lovely for toasting marshmallows during those comforting nights. A beautiful balance can push you in the right direction.

With this advice, you’re certain to generate a fantastic garden seating area for good. Just be sure to invite us when it’s done!