Welcome the changing of the seasons and bring an inviting spring and summertime feel to your garden decor with my pick of the best Studio McGee's outdoor range.
It's never too early to start planning your backyard ideas with the best outdoor furniture and accessories, as confirmed by interior designer Shea McGee of McGee and Co. who dropped the prices on their best-selling outdoor range.
Remember, backyard transformations don’t always have to be grand or expensive affairs. Instead, they can be slowly curated through minimal updates. All your garden needs are a few thoughtful details to give it that five-star status that you have always desired. With this in mind, I thought it only right that I share with you what I am currently purchasing.
My edit from the McGee & Co. outdoor range
This year, I've made it my personal mission to find outdoor furniture, accessories, and furnishings that will not only make my backyard look more expensive but are beautiful, durable, and timeless. So bring your moodboard to life with my edit of the best outdoor furnishings.
Finding the right planters for your garden will be integral to how your space looks and functions. That's why these textural poly-rattan baskets are the first thing on my list. Introducing texture in interior design is vital, and not just indoors. It's a way of adding depth and dimension to a room as well as comfort, style and substance.
Give your guests a warm welcome with a sturdy and durable welcome doormat. Designed in-house by the Studio McGee team, this timeless and classic design will take your curb appeal to another level with plenty of planters and greenery.
Rugs do wonders for the home but also work just as well outdoors. Outdoor rugs are something of a garden must-have, as we seek to turn our gardens into living spaces that feel just as layered as those indoors. Finished with a long, multi-colored fringe, the Callahan Rug has a playfully California casual look that is very much on trend for 2024.
Concrete is a garden trend that shows no signs of waning. With a rough concrete texture, this beautiful outdoor planter will introduce a tough, industrial-style look to your outdoor living spaces.
I simply adore rattan furnishings. They can introduce plenty of textural interest – and despite their delicate looks, are surprisingly durable and sturdy. I plan to use this gardening tray to harvest fresh vegetables in the spring and summer and bring it indoors in the fall and winter to use a fruit bowl. The natural texture and dramatic, sweeping form will add an organic feel to my kitchen table.
Until we turned our outdoor spaces into extensions of our homes, we may have ventured to sit outside only when entertaining guests or for a relaxing hour at the weekend. Now we want to use our outdoor living space year-round and every day, and this weather-resistant indoor/outdoor pillow helps make that achievable. Plus, the neutral, 'quite luxury' color scheme will ensure that my furnishings blend with their surroundings.
Let's face it, choosing your outdoor furniture set is of utmost importance. It should be durable, beautiful and made from high-quality materials. This is why I always trust McGee & Co. to deliver on this promise. This season, the Triby Outdoor Chair is my go-to design. Crafted from high-quality teak wood, this chair is perfect for summer nights out on the patio.
Variety is the spice of life, which is why I suggest mixing and matching your planters and pots. Simplistic with a modern edge, the tonal hue of this vessel will add a subtle color to your outdoor space that doesn't look harsh against the warm colors found in nature.
Include one of the best outdoor rugs in your garden for unrivaled comfort and style. This durable rug is perfect for creating zones in your outdoor living area so that you can distinguish between spaces for gardening, entertaining, and lounging.
Interior designer, Shea McGee founded her iconic design firm, Studio McGee, with her husband Syd in 2014. They later launched their e-commerce brand, McGee & Co, and starred in their very own Netflix show, Dream Home Makeover.
Why shop the McGee & Co. outdoor range
As we head into spring, it's a wonderful time to invest in the most stylish outdoor furniture before the summer rush. You could always store the set inside, or protect it with a weather-resistant cover until you feel ready to sit back and relax.
Finding the right furniture for your outdoor living space isn't always easy. Thankfully, McGee & Co. is a tried-and-trusted favorite of mine. After all, English textile designer William Morris once said: 'Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.' It is this very philosophy that I am taking with my shopping habits this year.
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