2025 Outdoor Restaurant Furniture Trends: Stylish designs & durable materials to attract customers year-round

There’s a huge choice of lounge chairs, bar stools, sofas and tables all designed for outside use, made from natural timber, sleek powder-coated metal or upholstered in weather-resistant fabric. These new designs and materials make it possible for outdoor furniture to be used throughout the year, adding to capacity and making it a great investment for hotel, bar and restaurant operators. 

We’ve added some very special new pieces this season, featuring both contemporary and classic styling to suit every space. If you’re planning a launch or renovation this spring we can work quickly to have everything installed in time - read on for a few of our favourites this spring.

Stackable seating is a smart choice for an outside space, giving flexibility and allowing you to move furniture easily, requiring reduced storage space when it’s not in use. There’s lots of options for lightweight stackable side chairs, arm chairs and bar stools, available in a range of colours and finishes.

The Lilibet collection does double-duty, suitable for use both indoors and outside. Available as an armchair or side chair and in a range of colours, three of which are made from environmentally-friendly materials and fully recyclable.

The Biarritz collection includes a stackable side chair and armchair, both made from powder-coated aluminium in a choice of brick red, emerald green, stone grey or classic black. The vertical slatted design sits perfectly in a contemporary café, bar or restaurant.

The Bordeaux armchair is a modern take on a classic bistro chair - bringing a touch of Parisian chic to any outdoor space. With an aluminium frame and flat PE weave seat detail, it makes a comfortable spot to sit and sip coffee this summer - stackable, lightweight and stylish.

In contrast, the Ara collection showcases clean, contemporary styling, with a lounge chair, side chair and armchair all made from polypropylene reinforced with fibreglass. This results in a lightweight yet strong construction - including a handle in the back which makes it easy to move and stack, it’s a great choice for an outside terrace, bar or café where flexibility and practicality is required.

Our collection also includes stackable bar stools - such as the super-comfortable Panarea Bar Stool. We love the hand-woven cord detail, wrapped around a sleek frame made from tubular steel. Add an optional cushion (in weatherproof fabric of course) to give extra comfort and allow guests to relax and enjoy a long lunch. 

The Panarea collection has proved incredibly popular, and has been used in several of our recent projects for outside spaces - from a hotel at the home of English football to a rooftop terrace high above Leicester Square.

Our project at St George’s Park included bespoke seating for a stylish executive lounge, a meeting and events space and also the hotel’s terrace. A perfect spot for guests to relax, unwind and enjoy drinks or dinner, it was important to include seating that’s both comfortable and practical. The Panarea armchair ticks both boxes and was supplied here in a chic steel grey which sits perfectly alongside the lush green of the landscaped grounds.

The same armchair was specified for another standout project, this time supplied in bright punchy colours to contrast with the city-centre skyline views from London’s iconic Hippodrome Casino. 

The expansive roof terrace overlooks the busy, buzzy Leicester Square, and it was important that the new look outside space gave casino guests somewhere special to relax and spend time when visiting this renowned venue. We love the Panarea armchair in vivid orange to contrast with the lush greenery - the same shade was used for our Reva Twist Sofa and Nolita Bar Stool.

Our Babila Twist armchair in soft sage green works perfectly in the space - it’s another popular piece that’s available in a huge range of colours, making it easy to find something to suit every project.

We love projects with a shot of colour - while this is often achieved with upholstery for indoor settings, there’s no need to stick to neutral tones if you’re planning an outdoor project this year. Our collection includes sofas, stools, side chairs, armchairs and more in vivid colours to add some interest this summer.

The new Menorca armchair is reminiscent of traditional Spanish outdoor seating, made of galvanized steel in a choice of colours and designed specifically for outdoor use. From Geranium Red and Turquoise Blue to sunshine yellow, there’s a shade to suit every space.

The Minush armchair ticks many boxes when it comes to choosing outdoor furniture for hospitality projects - it’s elegant, lightweight, stackable and stylish, and available in a range of lively colour options to add interest to an outside space this summer. 

The collection also includes the Grand Minush armchair - sharing the same perforated design detail, this piece is available with optional seat and back cushions to create a super-comfortable seat and there’s a choice of five shell colours.

The Guinea outdoor armchair comes with lots of options for customisation to create a cohesive look for any outside space. There’s a choice of three backrests - waterproof textile mesh, aluminium slats or upholstered with outdoor fabric. The version with an upholstered backrest and seat makes it easy to tailor to suit your aesthetic and gives a super-comfortable seat for long lunches and drinks with friends this summer

Sofas are a great choice for outside spaces - from a restaurant or bar to a contemporary workplace or residential project, they’re increasingly popular for outdoor use alongside lounge chairs, side chairs and stools. Our recent project working with a leading property developer saw us create bespoke outdoor sofas and tables for The Haydon - a collection of 87 luxury apartments in the very centre of London’s Square Mile financial district. Despite the urban location, this striking development includes a spacious outside terrace, with views across the city, stylish landscaping and a range of comfortable seating - we predict this will be a popular spot for much of the year.

The Caroline sofa works well for a conservatory or hotel terrace, giving guests a comfortable spot to relax and enjoy the view. The wicker sofa is handmade in sustainable Indonesian rattan - a highly-skilled process. Rattan is incredibly strong and durable, so is a perfect material for outside seating. Unlike bamboo which is hollow, rattan is solid and can last for generations - a great investment for a commercial project.

The Arc sofa is a contrast, with sleek contemporary styling and a distinctive metal frame. The upholstered elements can be covered in fabric to suit your design and can be removed easily to protect from inclement weather - always worth considering with our unpredictable climate!

The Dome bar stool is part of a collection which echoes the traditional styling of bistro chairs with a softly arched silhouette, combined with contemporary ergonomic styling to ensure comfort. A textured finish to the surface adds interest, and as it’s made from polypropylene it’s suitable for use both inside and outside.

There are so many options for outside furniture which can be used all year round, adding extra capacity to your bar, café or restaurant or giving hotel guests another space in which to relax. Comfort and practicality are key but there’s no need to sacrifice style when our collection includes so many options to suit your space.

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