The 10 most popular garden renovation trends this year so far have been revealed, with summerhouses, fire pits and pergolas leading the way.

We’ve all learnt how to stop, pause and observe our gardens as a result of nationwide lockdowns, but Flowercard wanted to analyse the outdoor DIY projects with the highest Google searches over the past 12 months — and the results come as no surprise.

Scooping the top spot is warming garden fire pits, with a whopping 4.7 million searches as Brits look for ways to add atmosphere to their summer soirées. In second and third place, respectively, came summerhouses and pergolas. Restrictions may be easing, but it seems households are still hunting for makeshift home offices — even if they’re in the garden.

“Summerhouses are a perfect outdoor retreat where you can relax on a sunny day and can serve multiple purposes, whether you want an outdoor studio space, a garden work-from-home office, or just somewhere to chill out that provides shade from the heat for a while,” Flowercard say.

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For anyone wanting to reshuffle their gardens, there were just under 15 million searches for landscaping last year, with many changing the entire layout of their space. Other popular renovation trends also include egg chairs, patio heaters, decking and warming chimineas, too.

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Want to see what’s trending in the world of garden design? Take a look at the full list below…

10 most popular garden renovation trends

1. Fire pits (4,758,000 annual searches) – Shop fire pits
2. Summerhouse (3,048,500) – Shop summerhouse offices
3. Pergolas (2,420,500)
4. Garden shed (2,413,000) – Shop sheds
5. Egg chair (2,193,600)
6. Greenhouse (2,073,500)
7. Patio heater (2,006,000) – Shop patio heaters
8. Artificial grass (1,807,600)
9. Chiminea (1,690,500)
10. Composite decking (1,684,100)

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12 garden swing chairs to relax in for summer 2021



Anchor Fast Wooden Rustic 2 Seater Hammock FSC

This two-seater garden swing chair is made from solid timber and is perfect for a lawn, patio or decking area. Made in the UK, it’s easy to build. The wood is FSC Certified from sustainable, renewable sources.



Brianna Swing Seat

This garden swing chair makes a snug seat for two or a spacious seat for one with plenty of space for cushions. The trellis sides lend themselves perfectly to decorating with faux foliage or fairy lights. 



Allon Swing Seat

This metal garden swing does not have its own frame so needs to be attached to an existing structure on your patio or decking. It’s ergonomically designed with a high back, making it a comfortable place for two people to sit and swing. The slim white metal means this garden swing design is less imposing and looks elegant and stylish. 



Pantheon Poseidon Swing Seat

This design combines an arbour with a swing seat. The tongue and groove roof provides shade and shelter from the sun. Its natural finish blends into any garden but you can paint the structure if you’d like to personalise it to your colour scheme. 



Antoinette Wooden Three Seater Garden Swing – 2.3m (7ft 6in)

This large garden swing chair seats three people. Made using traditional British craftsmen in the Churnet Valley the wood is 5th grade redwood timber which has been pressure treated to ensure it is rot free for as long as 25 years.



Swing Seat with Stand Swing Seat with Stand Swing Seat with Stand Swing Seat with Stand Swing Seat with Stand Swing Seat with Stand

We love the sleek shape of this garden swing with handy shelves either side perfect for resting your book or drink. It’s finished in a warm teak wooden tone and features softly curving legs made from larch wood.



Reelak Double Swing Seat

LA REDOUTE INTERIEURS
laredoute.co.uk

£180.00

A garden swing without its own frame, this chair is made from polycotton fabric with fringing, meaning it can not stay outdoors in bad weather. Hanging hooks are not included. 



Garden Swing Seat

Kampen Living
wayfair.co.uk

£659.99

Hung from a larch wood curved frame in a warm teak colour, this super comfy garden swing chair also features a canopy perfect for providing a bit of shade. The canopy can be removed and machine washed.  



Hanging Hammock Swing Chair

If you prefer a fabric finish to your garden swing chair rather than wood, this hammock can easily be hung from a sturdy branch or pergola. It can be used indoors or outdoors and hold up to 120kgs. The bar is made from FSC certified birch wood.



Charles Bentley Garden Wooden Swing Seat

This wooden swing seat, with a weatherproof, durable and solid frame, is ideal for any size garden or patio area, perfect for lazing about and relaxing during the summer months. 



Serena Swing Seat

Freeport Park
wayfair.co.uk

£659.99

This large, solid wood swing seat is perfect as a permanent feature in a big garden. The cushion is not included. 



Allon Swing Seat

This dark, solid pine wood, two-seater swing chair has a geometric design on the chair backs. Heavy-duty metal chains provide strong support. A-frame construction makes it more stable.




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