10 Outdoor Furniture Design Trends We'll See More Of In 2025

Gone are the cookie-cutter landscapes we all grew up with. The back yard is no longer just a place to sit—it's a lifestyle statement. Sure, outdoor furniture has been around forever, but we’re not talking about your grandmother’s standard table and chairs set.

People want to spend more time outdoors than ever, and with that, 2025 is going to see a demand for affordable, comfortable, quality outdoor furniture that can be adapted to their own unique lifestyles. Keep reading for 10 trends we expect to see this year.

Table of Contents

• 1. Multi-Functional Spaces and Pieces 
• 2. Prioritizing Comfort 
• 3. Adaptable and Designed to Last 
• 4. Al Fresco Dining... and Cooking 
• 5. Personalized Spaces for Personalized Comfort 
• 6. Eco-Luxury at Its Best 
• 7. Weather-Ready Designs 
• 8. Bringing Indoor Functionality Outdoors 
• 9. Letting Nature Take Center Stage 
• 10. Going From Day to Night 

1. Multi-Functional Spaces and Pieces

With smaller living spaces and soaring housing costs, every square foot counts. With this, outdoor furniture is shifting toward versatility—benches that double as storage, fire pits that double as grills, and modular sofa sets that can be used in multiple areas. Not only do people want more out of their space, they want more out of the items they have in their space.

2. Prioritizing Comfort

The more time we spend outside, the more we expect our outdoor furniture to match the comfort of our indoor setups. Think ergonomic chairs that can be paired with plush pillows, reclining designs, sofa sets with deep cushions, and outdoor-friendly loungers. Gone are the days of one-size-fits all hard plastic chairs. 2025 is going to see an emphasis on comfort when it comes to outdoor landscapes.

3. Adaptable and Designed to Last

Replacing outdoor furniture every few years is not in everyone's budget, but they still want their living spaces to reflect who they are. In 2025, you’ll see a demand for durable pieces crafted from high-quality materials like Grade A Teak Wood or powder-coated aluminum in classic styles and neutral colors that won’t look dated a few years down the line.

These timeless designs weather years of use and pair well with interchangeable accessories—like throw pillows and blankets, allowing your style to keep evolving without shelling out money for a whole new setup.

4. Al Fresco Dining... and Cooking

2025 is all about making our backyard an extension of our home, so it makes sense that the heart of the home is making its way outside this year. Whether it’s Sunday brunch or a family dinner under string lights, dining outdoors continues to trend. But we’re also seeing this trend extend to cooking in 2025, with outdoor kitchens popping up all over the place. 

We’re seeing a lot of open-air concepts and covered areas with fully equipped cooking stations that rival their indoor counterparts with ovens, stoves, prep stations, refrigerators and even smart appliances.

5. Personalized Spaces for Personalized Comfort

After a pandemic that kept us stuck at home for years, fewer affordable public areas, and many people feeling cramped in smaller living spaces in general, the demand for highly personalized outdoor spaces is high.

People are creating private escapes that reflect their unique hobbies, interests, and lifestyles. Whether it’s a secluded outdoor reading nook, a decked-out poolside beverage station with bar stools for socializing, or a pickleball court, the goal is to craft an area that feels personal and intentional. The sky is the limit, and people want to bring their full, multi-faceted indoor lives outdoors.

6. Eco-Luxury at Its Best

Sustainability meets affordability in outdoor furniture trends. People want eco-friendly materials like recycled poly lumber and sustainably harvested teak—without the luxury markup. This trend is really ramping up in 2025 and is all about high-quality, long-lasting furniture that’s easy on the planet and your wallet. That means that companies are being held accountable for where they source their materials from and are delivering sustainability at an affordable price––a trend we don’t foresee going anywhere any time soon.

7. Weather-Ready Designs

It’s no secret that the weather has been wacky lately, and people are sick of replacing their outdoor setup every year. With unpredictable weather, outdoor furniture has to––and is––getting smarter. Materials like top quality teak wood, aluminum, and polywood are becoming outdoor staples for their ability to withstand harsh conditions. Cushions and textiles are evolving, too, with quick-dry foams and fade-resistant fabrics that can handle anything Mother Nature throws their way.

8. Bringing Indoor Functionality Outdoors

More focus has been on bringing the comfort and style of our interiors outside over the past several years. This year, that extends to functionality as well. In 2025, our indoor lives are overflowing into our outdoor lives. Gone are the days of a lone grill being the centerpiece of your outdoor space. People want the option of doing the things they love doing indoors outdoors without sacrificing the functionality they enjoy in their own home. Think outdoor kitchens, grilling zones with a fully stocked prep station, poolside bars, and even outdoor living rooms with sofas, rugs, and coffee tables included.

9. Letting Nature Take Center Stage

While people are making their outdoor spaces as functional and comfortable as their indoor areas, there’s still a strong desire to feel like they’re getting back to nature. After all, we go outside to BE outside. So it’s no surprise that we’re seeing more natural landscaping take over.

From the sand and cacti of the southwest to the crepe myrtles and magnolia trees of the southeast, we’re seeing people embrace the local flora and fauna of their own region, often using this as the main design element in their space––and even as a way to create zoning with manicured hedges or walls of hanging plants.

That means we’re seeing an uptick in flexible furniture that integrates seamlessly with surrounding greenery and allows the natural landscape to shine, like sunken fire pits that won’t obstruct the view and comfortable furniture in natural woods and classic styles that let surrounding plants take center stage.

10. Going From Day to Night

From sunny afternoon BBQs to cozy evenings by the fire pit, furniture that transitions effortlessly from day to night is going to shine in 2025. A focus this year will be on pieces that extend the usability of outdoor spaces long after the sun sets. People want outdoor furniture that supports activities around the clock, and homeowners are more aware of the possibilities their backyard holds.

From cozy fire pits to ambient lighting, to enclosed heated areas for when the temperature drops at night, people are catching on to the fact that the fun doesn’t have to stop when the sun goes down.

Final Thoughts

As outdoor living continues to evolve, it’s clear that 2025 is shaping up to be the year of purposeful, personalized, and practical design. From multifunctional pieces to sustainable materials and weather-ready durability, today’s outdoor spaces can be customized to be as unique as you are and as inviting as your indoor space.

Looking to embrace these trends in your space? Ash & Ember offers designs that balance style, comfort, and durability with pay-over-time options to fit your lifestyle!