dcmassc : Bench Design

If you are looking to make a lasting change in your outdoor space you can’t beat the durability and style of built-in seating. Fresh patio furniture is fabulous but the right built-in bench designed to suit your space to a T can make your patio feel larger and more welcoming...

Choosing the right outdoor furniture seat cushion is very important. The cushions are available in different colours materials and brands. There are a few important things that should be considered before buying an outdoor seat cushion. The first point is to decide the budget as the cushions are available in...

Use one long bench for multiple seating areas. Make the most of your space by using a built-in bench long enough to span several seating areas. Vary the height of your bench so you can position an outdoor dining table at one end and make a lounge area at the...

At the end of a bed. A sleek bench at the end of the bed gives you a place to prop a leg while tying a shoe or pulling on tights. It also acts as a beautiful visual anchor. Ideally the top of the bench should be a few inches...

Make a statement with a big swoop. Have a steep hillside that's impossible to plant? Use it to your advantage by building in a unique curved bench....

All things to all benches. This one vignette captures all the points above in one beautiful and simple way....

Welcome friends with a curved border. Sharp modern lines look crisp but they are not for everyone. If you crave a softer look try introducing a round shape to your patio with a gently curved bench made from stone or wood....

Bench as the anti-focal point. Similar to the previous picture two benches on either side of this table guarantee the attention is to what's outside the windows. These benches do a perfect job of "going away" — to be used only when needed....

As a coffee table. A simple bench with no back or sides is versatile enough to transform from a piece of seating to a table and back. Use a bench as your coffee table in a small seating group and you can always move it off to one side as...

Tuck a bench between planters for built-in shade. If you could use more shade in your patio consider installing a bench nestled between a pair of big planters filled with trees. Check with your local garden center to choose a variety that does well in a pot and works with...