Top outdoor furniture trends for councils in 2025

Councils are stepping up their game, transforming public spaces into functional, stylish and inclusive hubs. The future of outdoor furniture is all about durability, design, and personality – creating spaces people want to spend time in.

Long-Lasting furniture

When outfitting public spaces, aluminium reigns supreme. Tough enough to handle the elements (and the occasional rogue pigeon), it’s the go-to material for councils. Aluminium is low-maintenance, won’t rust, and lasts for years.

With clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic, its sleek, modern design fits anywhere, from city parks to beachside boardwalks, making it the perfect choice for benches, tables, and bike racks. Durable and stylish, aluminium enhances any space while standing the test of time.

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Shelter and Shade

The interplay of shelter and shade is trending, and for good reason. With more people enjoying outdoor spaces year-round, protection from the elements is essential. Sleek, shaded seating areas or tree-wrapping structures – ensure everyone has a cool spot to relax, rain or shine.

Shade adds a sense of comfort and cosiness to public spaces, and shelters can also act as statement pieces, with bold designs that tie a park or plaza together while keeping everyone cool. Create spaces where people can gather, chill, and enjoy nature without getting fried.

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Designing for inclusivity

Future-focused environments are places where everyone feels welcome and able to participate. Ramps that seamlessly blend into stylish designs, accessible seating, and playgrounds that let kids of all abilities join the fun. The trend is simple: if it’s not inclusive, it’s not public.

Turn parks, plazas, and streets into spaces that work for parents with strollers, seniors with walkers, cyclists, and those looking for the perfect people-watching spot. It’s about belonging to the community conversation where everyone can enjoy life, no matter how they move through the world.

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Visual cohesion

The cohesive design trend aims at bringing everything together, making spaces where everything, from the benches to the lighting, works together like a well-designed playlist. Councils are moving away from haphazard collections of random furniture and creating spaces with a unified aesthetic.

Whether it’s a minimalist, nature-inspired style or bold, playful designs, the goal is to craft spaces where the furniture, lighting, and surroundings work together. A well-designed, cohesive space invites people to relax and enjoy their surroundings—because it feels right.

The Ribbon Range Street Furniture includes a bench seat, setting, and bin enclosure that tie in together for a stylish, modern upgrade. The iconic open-loop frame adds a contemporary touch, while the elegant legs improve accessibility and eliminate trip hazards.

Site-specific selection

Tailoring designs to fit the unique vibe of each location is a growing trend. Councils are ditching the one-size-fits-all approach in favour of furniture that enhances the personality and flow of a site.

Whether coastal furniture that withstands saltwater and sand or modern seating that encourages socialising in urban plazas, every space deserves a custom fit. Like a tailored suit, the right outdoor furniture should feel like it belongs exactly where it is.

Future spaces

In 2025, councils are creating spaces that stand the test of time while fostering community connections. The right outdoor furniture is key to shaping these spaces. Let’s collaborate and build functional, well-designed environments for everyone.