Bonjour and welcome to our Art of the Home gallery of backyard bench ideas! We handpicked 7 photos of benches in various backyard settings just for you…hope you enjoy the visit!
Outdoor benches are helpful members of your backyard cast. They provide pockets of areas to rest after a long day of work or a spot to watch the sunset (or sunrise!). Whatever size bench you have, it can always serve as extra seating when entertaining. Bench seats can double as storage spaces and can also be your outdoor space’s focal point when set up in picturesque parts of the backyard. As you can see from the backyard bench ideas in this article, your outdoor banquettes can match with indoor furniture or they can also be stand-alone pieces that showcase your personal style and harmoniously balance your overall backyard canvas.
Like Goldilocks, you probably want a bench that is just right. And if it’s going to stay in your backyard, it should be durable and weather resistant. So how about a bench made of iron, fiberglass, stone, or wood (finished with a protective coating) –as a plus, wood and sandstone looks rustic and will go perfectly well with the natural surroundings. Molded concrete blocks topped with colorful cushions will make guests want to sit longer and enjoy the company (and the view). For a stand-out contemporary style, benches made of aluminum and resin wicker are lightweight and easy to move around. A bench is also an easy DIY project. With upcycled or recycled materials salvaged from barns, farms, and old furniture, you can get a shabby chic garden bench this way. You can also use stone slabs and rocks to form part of your landscaping or follow the layout of the garden with a custom outdoor banquette for a cohesive look. Not only will it look inviting, but it will also be very functional. A bench, a banquette, a built-in seating on the retaining wall…whatever you choose, it will surely enhance your outdoor experience.
So let’s head out to the backyard to look at the bench ideas we selected for your visit today. With so many outdoor benches to choose from, we hope our gallery will help you on your journey to finding that perfect one (or two). Enjoy and beautiful day to you!
1. Fleur Blush…
The Little Plus: the wrought iron garden bench in honey beige and its scalloped back and curved armrests. It makes you want to sit and have a cup of tea with its Alice in Wonderland-like feel. And the timber retaining walls keep the blush pink roses neatly contained — adorable and charming!
2. The Little Garden Nook…
The Little Plus: the built-in wood plank bench made from the same material as the privacy walls. This garden seating turns this corner into a shaded feature wall with 3D-like design. And the soft play of light and dark wood stain gave it more character.
3. Bench Terrarium…
The Little Plus: the well-built DIY stacked stone bench set in a picturesque corner of the backyard will be useful for years with little to no maintenance. It’s a bench and a landscaping feature in one. Carefully picked base stone slabs in different sizes surrounded by pebbles of many colors plus the succulent plant bed create a beautiful marriage.
4. Somewhere Over the Rainbow…
The Little Plus: the serpentine concrete banquette creates multiple seating for this small backyard space. Creative use of curves allows guests to still face each other and feel connected during conversations. Colors from the cushions and throw pillows are welcoming and fun. And the cast aluminum West Elm martini side tables in vibrant colors are guaranteed durable and oh so cute! Perfect for, well…martinis!
5. Test of Time…
The Little Plus: the weathered wooden bench is the perfect spot for sunsets. Cozy enough for two, this outdoor seat has probably been privy to many love stories. Accompanying stools on both sides complete the set and works as pretty plant holders. And the lattice design trellis and arbor provide some shade (and privacy) with its lush crawlers. Terra cotta planters call back the brick path in this sweet outdoor spot.
6. Sweet Embrace…
The Little Plus: the round back banana bench made from Acacia wood is sturdy and has all the features of tropical bliss. Minimalist touches of wood planks with subtle curves are attractive and pleasing to the eyes. The cool green of the lush garden seems like a nice place to meditate. And notice the equidistant trees on either side of the bench? It means lots of shade (and maybe some chirping birds)- so peaceful!
7. Boxwood Bench…
The Little Plus: the integrated bench to the stone retaining wall utilizes the materials, colors, and textures of the landscape creating a pleasing visual. Boxwood topiaries frame the bench while an explosion of colorful herbs and perennials are left to drape around like a botanical inspired throw. Stone tiles pave the patio floor while an intriguing garden feature doubling as a table or plant stand takes center stage.