Outdoor Furniture Trends of 2023

Outdoor Furniture Trends of 2023

At Factory Buys, we know Australians love to stay trendy, and your garden and outdoor space is one of the most prominent places to express your sense of style.

Read on to see how you can keep up to date with the latest outdoor furniture trends, and which outdoor furniture looks the best whilst impressing the neighbours. 

Outdoor Furniture Trends for Fitness

Outdoor fitness features in the garden can turn your yard into a personal gym, offering the benefits of fresh air and natural surroundings while you exercise or meditate with high-quality outdoor furniture. Popular options include:

Pull-Up Bars

Installed between trees or on standalone frames for upper-body workouts.

Yoga Deck

A flat, serene space dedicated to yoga where you can complete stretching exercises on a yoga mat

Paved Paths

For jogging, walking, or cycling within the confines of your garden.

Balance Features

Logs or stepping stones to enhance coordination and balance.

Meditation Zone

Quiet space for mindfulness practices, enhancing mental well-being along with physical fitness and exercise accesories

Outdoor Water Feature Trends

Outdoor water features in the garden add a charming aesthetic appeal that creates a calming ambience. Popular options include:

Fountains

Available in various sizes and styles, outdoor fountains still and calm the mind with their gentle sounds. 

Ponds

Can be natural or man-made, often featuring aquatic plants and sometimes fish.

Waterfalls

Either standalone or integrated into a pond, these offer the soothing sound of cascading water.

Birdbaths

These shallow basins attract a range of birds, owning a birdbath adds both visual and auditory interest.

Stream Beds

Artificially constructed creek-like features, running through garden beds with a natural aesthetic. 

Wall Fountains

Attached to walls or fences, these features look good and save space, adding visual interest to your outdoor space. 

Outdoor Furniture Trends for Shade

Shade features in the garden offer protection from the sun and heat, making outdoor spaces more comfortable and visually diverse. Common shade furniture includes: 

Umbrellas

Portable and easy to move, umbrellas elevate small areas like patios and poolsides. 

Pergolas

Open wooden pergolas are often covered with climbing plants, providing dappled shade.

Gazebos

Large and freestanding, gazebo’s are trendy additions to the garden that are great for hosting events. 

Shade Sails

High-quality fabric stretched between poles, offering flexible and stylish shade options.

Awnings

Awnings attach to the house and can be extended to provide shade over a patio or deck whilst providing a visually appealing aesthetic. 

Trellises

Vertical or overhead structures supporting climbing plants, providing partial shade and greenery. 

Outdoor Furniture Trends for the Patio

Patio features in the garden enhance comfort, functionality, and aesthetics for your outdoor space. Common options include: 

Patio Furniture

Tables, chairs, and loungers for dining and relaxation with friends and family. 

Lighting

Lanterns, string lights, or built-in LEDs to extend usability into the evening.

BBQ Pits and Smokers

BBQ pits and smokers are great for cooking a family lunch or dinner, this Australian staple isn’t just a trend, it's a way of life, with healthy options available as well. 

Heaters

Patio heaters are great for staying warm during cold seasons. You can also have a fire pit to provide ambience on a cold night, as well as it providing heat for you or food to cook

Outdoor Furniture Trends by Material

Rustic Outdoor Furniture

This type of furniture is made from classical materials such as heavy wood or brass metal. 

One of the main advantages of rustic outdoor furniture is its vintage look. Made from sturdy materials like wood and metal, these traditional designs add a charming rural feel that still stays trendy.

This classic aesthetic can elevate any outdoor space, making rustic outdoor furniture a great attraction for friends and family during social get-togethers or event hosting. 

Rustic outdoor furniture is also constructed from strong materials such as high-quality wood, metal and glass. These materials  are known for their long-lasting durability, just like the rustic style. Our range of outdoor rustic furniture is built to last, even in the harshest Australian climates. 

Rustic furniture isn't just about style, but also about reliability. This simplicity makes rustic furniture easy to care for in Australian seasons. If you need extra protection, an outdoor furniture cover is a great option. 

Timber Outdoor Furniture

Timber outdoor furniture comes with many advantages that keep it timeless. There are a few reasons for this, but one is the material of timber itself. 

Timber has a warm and natural beauty that can't be replicated by plastic materials. The unique grains, knots, and colour variations in each piece of wooden furniture adds a certain type of character to your garden which makes it popular with Australians in 2023. 

Timber outdoor furniture is usually made of Hardwoods like teak and eucalyptus and is incredibly durable. It has a natural resistance to decay, pests, and weather, allowing them to last for years with proper care. Timber furniture comes in a wide range of styles, from rustic to modern, making it easy to find pieces that complement your personal tastes.

Wood doesn’t absorb heat like metal, making it a more comfortable choice in hot weather.

Modern Outdoor Furniture

Modern outdoor furniture is made to impress, with sleek contours and contemporary designs. You can expect this type of outdoor furniture to be made of premium textile fabrics, sturdy metals like steel or aluminium, and polished glass.

Thanks to this, modern outdoor furniture boasts excellent weather, UV and water resistance. This makes it a long-lasting investment for modern households, apartments with gardens and businesses aiming for a trendy, contemporary aesthetic. Host gatherings for your friends and family with furniture that will impress and stay up to date with the times. 

For all your questions on the latest outdoor furniture trends, contact us at Factory Buys for more information. We are always happy to help. 

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