Home Decor Ideas & InspirationOutdoor accessories ideas that’ll seriously upgrade your garden
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Rebecca Knight

Give your open-air space a boost, making it the perfect place to relax whatever the weather 

Let’s set the scene: the sun is shining, the scent of smouldering BBQ charcoal is hangs in the air… But wait! You look over to your patio and it’s giving a non-committal wave of indifference rather than an irresistible beckoning welcome. It needs a little lift and we know just what to suggest. 

Meet the outdoor accessories that will instantly transform your space. No DIY required…

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To clash or to complement…

There are plenty of ways to dial up the design of a space, so the toughest part of the process is often picking which route to take.

Maybe you want to create a zone of serenity through subtle tones and complementing styles. In which case match our Braided Marl Pouffe with the Indoor & Outdoor Braided Rug. Made to withstand outdoor use, arrange with your garden furniture, light a few citronella candles to keep the bugs at bay and sit back in your haven of relaxation. 

Not enough summer flavour for your tastes? Add lively energy to impromptu garden gatherings with the bold pattern of our ANYDAY Aztec Indoor & Outdoor Rug and clash with the bright colours of the Outdoor Salsa Stripe Pouffe. A perfect boho paradise in which to sip a margarita or two.

Put your feet up

The little extras can make all the difference in adding style and providing function. Take our Knitted Pouffe – it’s textured finish lends an air of sumptuous sophistication while its water-repellent materials mean it can withstand any unexpected shower. 

Use it to pop your feet up after a strenuous morning of mowing the lawn or as an extra seat when more and more guests show up for that BBQ you never agreed to host. Lay out our ANYDAY Indoor & Outdoor Diamond Rug and voila! An inviting space that’s summer-ready and shower-proof. 

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Don’t let a shower rain on your parade

Okay, so let's address the cloud in the otherwise blue sky. The weather isn’t always on our side but that doesn’t mean the pouffes and rugs need to be chucked in the shed and forgotten when the weather turns really bad. Pick pieces that work for both your indoor spaces and your outdoor ones, then just move them from one to the other as the seasons change.

Our In/Out Benito Fusion Rug is hard-wearing and soft underfoot, so it’ll they look and feel great as an addition to a kitchen or while brightening up a hall. The pouffes, meanwhile, would be an excellent accompaniment to your living room sofa styling.

John Lewis & Partners is the proud sponsor of Homes on 4. Watch all your favourite shows on Channel 4 for the latest property inspiration.

For more advice on getting the most from your home read our articles on getting into bed with linen and making your spare room space work for you

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