The Lotus is an elegant and sturdy range of neutral cane furniture exclusive to John Lewis; it is handmade in England and ideal for light and airy rooms such as conservatories
 
The cane frames are in a nutmeg stain and the foam-filled upholstery provides comfortable support; the sand colour 100% polyester fabric is treated with a stain repellent, however the cushion covers are also removable for dry cleaning.
 
The Lotus Cane collection includes:

Cane Sofa £1300.

Small Cane Sofa £795.

Cane Chair £695.

Cane Coffee Table £395 - Sturdy and elegant tapered table with a nutmeg-stained cane frame and glass top and lower shelf.

Cane Lamp or Side Table £295 - with a nutmeg-stained cane frame and glass top and lower shelf.

Web: http://www.johnlewis.com
Tel: (08456) 049 049

The Unique Shade Master 3500 overhanging parasol from The Cotswold Garden Company, provides an ideal and most relaxing way to create shade in your garden.

The parasol winds up on a handled crank system and tilts to catch the low evening sun’s rays.

The shade swivels 360° on its base, which is heavy enough when filled with sand or water to hold the parasol in place, but light enough to move when empty.

For late summer evenings spent in the garden, the Shade Master is equipped with an internal lighting system with two settings, one for maximium light and the other for LED lights down the ribs for a more atmospheric effect. Diameter 3.7m.

The Frame in made from tubular aluminium and steel and then anodised and powder coated to protect the metal and give the champagne coloured effect. The material is UV resistant and water proof.

The maintenance free Shade Master is available in three colours, navy blue, green and natural cream and comes with a cover and a 5 year guarantee.

The Overhanging Parasol priced at £795 is available in the UK only through The Cotswold Garden Co.

Web: http://www.cotswold-garden.com
Tel:  (01386) 700753

Eat out in the Bistro Paradiso of an evening under lantern light, where fairies silver serve you with food from heaven and owls croon old love songs; dress code old dresses and flip-flops.

The Habitat Summer 2007 online catalogue presents their enticing new product ranges for chic outdoor living:

Villa - mosaic and metal table designed by Bethan Ray, copper coloured mosaic tiles plus cover; suitable for outdoor use all year round. £249
Diameter 120 x Height 74 cm.

Lanterne - Outdoor lantern chain designed by Clair Norcross 10metre chain, white plastic. £50

Baccus - Stool of copper coloured glazed ceramic. £49
Diameter 39 x Height 44cm.

Abaco - wire chair by Alex Dreyer of bronze powder coated steel. £49
Width 70 x Height 80 x Depth 50cm; Seat Height 45cm. Chair cushion £20

Klein – magical candle holder for nine tea-lights in nickel plated brass. £30

Boris - a charming wooden bicycle. £59

Web: http://www.habitat.net
Tel:  (08444) 99 1111

The Cotswold Garden Company is based in Blockley in Gloucestershire and specialises in cast aluminium outdoor furniture.

The company’s varied collections are inspired by their desire to create beautiful stylish and maintenance free garden furniture, each set distinctly designed to give maximum comfort for conservatories and various outdoor events.
 
The furniture comes in both classic and contemporary designs, with tables available in a host of different sizes from 60cm diameter to over three metres, to compliment any size of garden or outdoor occasion.
 
All of the collections include a table with matching cast iron parasol base, arm chairs, sun loungers, benches, outdoor sofas, bar tables, stools and drinks carts.

This outdoor furniture is built for living, rustproof, rot-proof and maintenance free, with hardwearing plastic feet to tables and chairs to avoid scratching patios or decking.

Only the finest quality aluminium and first-grade powder coating is used, which is electro statically applied to provide two colour choices - Espresso or Cashmere.

Featured here is the elegant Madison Senior Suite in Cashmere with cast aluminium round table (1.45m diameter), 6 Madison stacking armchairs with reversible check and plain coloured cushions, plus a 3.0m parasol and cast iron base. Priced at £1,500.

Web: http://www.cotswold-garden.com
Tel:  (01386) 700753

B&Q’s inspirational outdoor living range includes everything you need to add your personal creative touches to your garden’s décor this summer.

Lighting can make all the difference to a garden, using a variety of decorative effects to create the right mood:

Add some sparkle with the Neo Sense Solar LED String. £29.98.
Light up an alfresco dinner party with Bucket Candles (£4.98 each), or mark the path through your garden with Bamboo Oil Torches, also £4.98 each.

Heating is an important consideration for outdoor living in the UK:

The featured Kensington Cast Iron Chiminea (£114.98), or the black steel New York Fire Bowl (£69.98) will keep you cosy on long summer evenings.

Plants are a brilliant way to personalise your garden; try a more exotic look this summer with bold architectural plants in vivid colours from B&Q:
Fabulous Bamboos Ferns and Palms, or statuesque Topiary is on offer and the range is divided into four styles – Tropical, Oriental, Topiary and Mediterranean to make your choice easier.

This is just a selection of B&Q’s outdoor range, which includes garden furniture, barbecues and garden buildings plus outdoor toys and games.

Visit the website for more inspiration:

Web: http://www.diy.com
Tel:   For your nearest B&Q Store (0845) 850 0175

Whatever your tastes or desires for relaxing and enjoying your garden,
Barlow Tyrie presents an infinite choice of finely crafted teak outdoor garden furniture with true longevity that offers both beautifully classic designs, working hand in hand with contemporary flair.

 Barlow Tyrie’s exceptional portfolio of stunning pieces includes:

The Sissinghurst seat is an interpretation of an Edwardian design by the acclaimed architect Sir Edwin Lutyens; it continues to be a firm favourite, with its graceful sweeping curved back and arms in solid hardwood teak. Priced at £1100.

The Glenham Circular Tree seat pictured here, again in solid teak is another example of the Barlow Tyrie craftsmanship at its best. Priced from £1100; the Glenham range offers a variety of choices from armchairs and curved seats through to hexagonal tree seats.

The extensive Monaco range includes armchairs, folding chairs, tables, high dining chairs and high back recliners to name but a few.

The fine back struts of the Monaco armchairs add real finesse to bench seating and are available in two sizes. Priced from £350.

Visit the website to view the full collection of quality garden furniture and accessories:

Web: http://www.teak.com
Tel:  (01376) 557 600