The right outdoor seating ideas can transform both the look and the use of your plot. But with such a huge range of options to choose from, it can be tricky to know the best one for you.

Upgrading your backyard doesn’t have to be costly or time-consuming. A few inexpensive projects and design tricks can turn your basic green space into the ultimate outdoor retreat.

Try these creative outdoor seating ideas on a budget, including DIY furniture and affordable landscaping tips, to create a yard you’ll love (and never want to leave).

After all, some gardens primarily call for outdoor dining spaces for all the family, so seating needs to be both practical and durable.

Smaller gardens might benefit from clever designs that are built into the landscaping of the plot – such as benches incorporated into walls, or sunken seats beneath higher levels.

Or, if you simply want a chill-out spot, then perhaps a luxurious daybed or totally on-trend hanging chair is the seating solution for you.