5 Outdoor Living Trends to Watch in 2026
Discover the products and ideas elevating al fresco spaces, as seen at the recent Maison & Objet trade fair
While the Maison & Objet design fair in Paris typically signals the direction of the interiors world, this year’s January installment also highlighted the growing importance of the outdoors. As our homes become year-round hubs for entertaining, al fresco spaces now need as much design attention as our interiors, serving as sociable and welcoming extensions of the home.
Despite the cool temperatures outside the halls, the show’s Outdoor Universe featured 50 international brands showcasing the hottest looks in everything from furniture and lighting to materials and accessories. These are the key trends that caught our attention.
Despite the cool temperatures outside the halls, the show’s Outdoor Universe featured 50 international brands showcasing the hottest looks in everything from furniture and lighting to materials and accessories. These are the key trends that caught our attention.
Rivage collection, Fermob
Fermob’s Rivage collection showcased angular aluminum designs with plump upholstery for comfort. Available in three colors — including this warm Red Ochre — the modular furniture can be arranged to suit many scenarios, with a mix of armchairs, loungers, ottomans and coffee tables.
Fermob’s Rivage collection showcased angular aluminum designs with plump upholstery for comfort. Available in three colors — including this warm Red Ochre — the modular furniture can be arranged to suit many scenarios, with a mix of armchairs, loungers, ottomans and coffee tables.
Goosto kitchen, Studio Fermob
The color trend extended beyond furniture, as this Goosto outdoor kitchen (also in Red Ochre) by Studio Fermob shows. The freestanding grill is made from durable aluminum and includes space for a barbecue, sink and storage.
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The color trend extended beyond furniture, as this Goosto outdoor kitchen (also in Red Ochre) by Studio Fermob shows. The freestanding grill is made from durable aluminum and includes space for a barbecue, sink and storage.
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The Table, Wünder
2. Furniture for Gathering
Brands highlighted furniture designed for socializing, from generous corner sofas and modular seating to chaises and large, curved armchairs. There was also a strong nod to banquette seating and curved benches, positioned to draw focus toward a fire pit or cooking area.
Wünder showed The Bow seating at its booth, which forms a semicircle for cozy conviviality, alongside The Table, an all-in-one table and bench made from hardwood and powder-coated steel in a choice of colors.
2. Furniture for Gathering
Brands highlighted furniture designed for socializing, from generous corner sofas and modular seating to chaises and large, curved armchairs. There was also a strong nod to banquette seating and curved benches, positioned to draw focus toward a fire pit or cooking area.
Wünder showed The Bow seating at its booth, which forms a semicircle for cozy conviviality, alongside The Table, an all-in-one table and bench made from hardwood and powder-coated steel in a choice of colors.
Solis round daybed, Morpho by Tomorrowland. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
Elsewhere, for its world premiere, Morpho by Tomorrowland joined forces with Belgian maker Ethnicraft to showcase the Solis round daybed. Designed for sunbathing and relaxation, the circular shape and generous size invite casual socializing in the sunshine.
Elsewhere, for its world premiere, Morpho by Tomorrowland joined forces with Belgian maker Ethnicraft to showcase the Solis round daybed. Designed for sunbathing and relaxation, the circular shape and generous size invite casual socializing in the sunshine.
Itaca collection, Talenti. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
The Talenti booth showed how to achieve a zoned layout, with areas for dining and relaxing, through its modular Itaca collection by Carlo Colombo. With a solid Accoya base and curved arm and backrests, the seating can be arranged back to back or in a linear formation, creating sociable moments.
A key part of the collection is the Itaca swivel chair — the motion offering a flexible, dynamic element to an outdoor space.
The Talenti booth showed how to achieve a zoned layout, with areas for dining and relaxing, through its modular Itaca collection by Carlo Colombo. With a solid Accoya base and curved arm and backrests, the seating can be arranged back to back or in a linear formation, creating sociable moments.
A key part of the collection is the Itaca swivel chair — the motion offering a flexible, dynamic element to an outdoor space.
Sestri-terra director’s chair, Snoc. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
Anyone who’s hosted a garden party knows the need for flexible seating to accommodate extra guests. Snoc’s Sestri-terra director’s chair offers a chic way to add places to perch. The collapsible design is inspired by the technical world of boating, where functional precision and clear purpose are paramount in design.
Anyone who’s hosted a garden party knows the need for flexible seating to accommodate extra guests. Snoc’s Sestri-terra director’s chair offers a chic way to add places to perch. The collapsible design is inspired by the technical world of boating, where functional precision and clear purpose are paramount in design.
Coozus chair. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
Coozus also showcased an innovative folding chair made from aluminum, with maritime-grade stainless steel and anodized aluminum mechanisms. Foam cushions wrapped in durable Sunbrella textiles add comfort; when extra seating is needed, simply flip the top into place.
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Coozus also showcased an innovative folding chair made from aluminum, with maritime-grade stainless steel and anodized aluminum mechanisms. Foam cushions wrapped in durable Sunbrella textiles add comfort; when extra seating is needed, simply flip the top into place.
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Mimosa sun lounger, Courant Sauvage. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
3. Luxury Loungers
Imagine a mix of an Art Deco pool house, Palm Springs and French Riviera style and you’ve captured one of this year’s biggest outdoor living trends.
Pairs of reclining loungers were spotted at many of the booths within the Maison & Objet Outdoors segment, highlighting a move toward creating luxurious, boutique-inspired spaces in the yard. Courant Sauvage, for example, enticed visitors with classic striped designs reminiscent of the 1950s French Riviera. Its Mimosa lounger features a wave-like curved steel frame (available in white or black) with a customizable quick-dry technical foam pad.
3. Luxury Loungers
Imagine a mix of an Art Deco pool house, Palm Springs and French Riviera style and you’ve captured one of this year’s biggest outdoor living trends.
Pairs of reclining loungers were spotted at many of the booths within the Maison & Objet Outdoors segment, highlighting a move toward creating luxurious, boutique-inspired spaces in the yard. Courant Sauvage, for example, enticed visitors with classic striped designs reminiscent of the 1950s French Riviera. Its Mimosa lounger features a wave-like curved steel frame (available in white or black) with a customizable quick-dry technical foam pad.
Nalu collection, Talenti. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
Talenti’s Nalu collection, designed by Ludovica Serafini and Roberto Palomba, also celebrated the enduring appeal of the stripe. The Nalu cot elegantly combines the aesthetic with armrests, multistage adjustment backrest and wheels for ease of maneuvring into place.
Talenti’s Nalu collection, designed by Ludovica Serafini and Roberto Palomba, also celebrated the enduring appeal of the stripe. The Nalu cot elegantly combines the aesthetic with armrests, multistage adjustment backrest and wheels for ease of maneuvring into place.
Al Fresco Resort collection, Business & Pleasure
Business & Pleasure highlighted its sun lounger with a swivel table as part of the Al Fresco Resort collection.
Business & Pleasure highlighted its sun lounger with a swivel table as part of the Al Fresco Resort collection.
Lambda table lamp in orange, Cinna. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
4. Portable Lighting
A trend spotted at many recent trade fairs, movable and rechargeable lighting has become a practical staple for outdoor setups.
Many brands displayed flexible lighting solutions, including Cinna’s Lambda table lamp in orange — a petite offering designed by Sebastian Herkner. Sized to fit in the hand, it’s easy to transport between the house and yard. The lamp is made from UV-resistant lacquered aluminum in a timeless shape that suits a range of styles, with a touch-sensitive dimmer tucked discreetly underneath.
4. Portable Lighting
A trend spotted at many recent trade fairs, movable and rechargeable lighting has become a practical staple for outdoor setups.
Many brands displayed flexible lighting solutions, including Cinna’s Lambda table lamp in orange — a petite offering designed by Sebastian Herkner. Sized to fit in the hand, it’s easy to transport between the house and yard. The lamp is made from UV-resistant lacquered aluminum in a timeless shape that suits a range of styles, with a touch-sensitive dimmer tucked discreetly underneath.
Swiing portable lamp, Fermob
Fermob also emphasized lighting in its collections, including the Swiing lamp designed by Tristan Lohner and the Ulli lamp.
The Swiing has a feminine, playful silhouette inspired by high-paced dancing and offers a soft, ambient glow thanks to a chiseled polycarbonate diffuser and opal glass-like finish. It’s the first in the brand’s range to feature an integrated tilt switch, so a tilt to either side turns the bulb on or off.
Fermob also emphasized lighting in its collections, including the Swiing lamp designed by Tristan Lohner and the Ulli lamp.
The Swiing has a feminine, playful silhouette inspired by high-paced dancing and offers a soft, ambient glow thanks to a chiseled polycarbonate diffuser and opal glass-like finish. It’s the first in the brand’s range to feature an integrated tilt switch, so a tilt to either side turns the bulb on or off.
Ulli wireless lamp, Fermob
The Ulli wireless LED lamp takes inspiration from vintage storm lanterns and, in contrast to the Swiing lamp, has a minimalist, graphic style. The aluminum handle makes moving it around simple.
The Ulli wireless LED lamp takes inspiration from vintage storm lanterns and, in contrast to the Swiing lamp, has a minimalist, graphic style. The aluminum handle makes moving it around simple.
Tika solar lanterns, Vincent Sheppard. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
With a focus on materiality and natural textures, Vincent Sheppard’s Tika solar lanterns are made from synthetic wicker with a powder-coated aluminum frame — a contemporary twist on an otherwise classic design.
With a focus on materiality and natural textures, Vincent Sheppard’s Tika solar lanterns are made from synthetic wicker with a powder-coated aluminum frame — a contemporary twist on an otherwise classic design.
MAX Bolero Ombré Blossom, Tuuci. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
5. Stylish Shading
Functional, yes, but parasols are also the jewelry of an outdoor space. The design should be highly considered and, ideally, add an element of fun or surprise to a scheme.
This sentiment was shared by many brands at the show. Courant Sauvage displayed tassled, colorful styles to coordinate with the brand’s sun loungers, while Business & Pleasure showcased classic striped offerings. Gescova’s newest collection of luxury neutral-toned umbrellas adds a touch of elegance to the outdoors.
Tuuci’s MAX Bolero Ombré Blossom features hundreds of hand-tufted, outdoor-rated blossom appliqués. These details add texture, visual impact and a wow factor to a patio or terrace.
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5. Stylish Shading
Functional, yes, but parasols are also the jewelry of an outdoor space. The design should be highly considered and, ideally, add an element of fun or surprise to a scheme.
This sentiment was shared by many brands at the show. Courant Sauvage displayed tassled, colorful styles to coordinate with the brand’s sun loungers, while Business & Pleasure showcased classic striped offerings. Gescova’s newest collection of luxury neutral-toned umbrellas adds a touch of elegance to the outdoors.
Tuuci’s MAX Bolero Ombré Blossom features hundreds of hand-tufted, outdoor-rated blossom appliqués. These details add texture, visual impact and a wow factor to a patio or terrace.
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1. Rusty Hues
A warm palette of oranges, reds, terra cottas and ambers dominated this edition of Maison & Objet, reflecting the favored color schemes for interiors. This warmth paired naturally with another key trend: powder-coated metal outdoor furniture. While many brands showed designs in this material, they softened it through a choice of rich tones and curved, flowing shapes that encourage relaxation.
Vondom, for instance, focused on forms that invite you to sit, converse or linger in tones reminiscent of the Mediterranean at dusk. Its Mel collection, designed by Ramón Esteve, stood out for its soft volumes and warm color palette. The seating is made using rotational molding to create single fluid shapes without visible seams. The brand also highlighted the importance of upholstery in making outdoor furniture welcoming.
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