From monobloc to spaghetti chair: garden chairs that enhance your outdoor area
15-4-2025
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Welcome to my deep dive, where I dig through our range to find the crème de la crème in every furniture category. Today's focus: garden chairs for your outdoor dining area - no matter how much or little space you have.
For city dwellers like me, balconies and terraces are the guest rooms of the big city: they offer an - often small - retreat when the rest of the flat is already fully utilised. But don't worry, even if you don't have much space available, you can still make the most of it with the right furniture. For anyone who loves to eat and relax outside, versatile garden chairs are a must-have. Here are my top picks from different price ranges that are not only mega comfy, but also look really good.
1. for the bistro look
The garden chair «Miami Bistrot» from French plastic manufacturer Grosfillex is practically an updated «Monobloc» - both are made from a single mould of plastic, are lightweight, stackable and weatherproof. The classic «Monobloc», known as the best-selling piece of furniture in the world, impresses with its universal shape and armrests. The «Miami Bistrot», on the other hand, has a slimmer silhouette and a UV-protected, matt colour palette. And the care? Simply wipe over with a damp sponge and mild detergent and the chair will look like new.
Source: Grosfillex
2. multifaceted form
Design Pop: The angular backrest of the «Foppe» dining chair from Dutch furniture brand Woood is a stylish eye-catcher that immediately catches the eye. Its bucket seat made of easy-care polypropylene with armrests offers comfort - and a seat cushion makes it even more comfortable. The combination of robust plastic and matt black coated metal legs can withstand a lot, but should be brought to safety in wind and weather.
Source: Woood
3. the greige chic for your garden
With its warm grey tone and matt finish, the «Tiberina Bistrot Tortora» chair from the Italian brand Nardi is a breath of fresh air in your garden or on your balcony. Made from UV-resistant, recycled fibreglass polypropylene, it can easily withstand sun, rain and wind and is easy to clean. The non-slip foot caps ensure that you sit securely even on slippery surfaces. The slits in the backrest allow air to reach the back.
Source: Nardi
4. gentle curves, strong impression
Wickerwork meets curved wood: the Giardimo chair «Nomade» combines an upholstered seat and backrest made of green cord with a chic wooden frame. Its gentle curves and robust construction make sitting cosy and invite you to linger. Care tip: Remember to bring the seat cushions inside when it rains heavily so that they look good for a long time. This way, the chair will not only be a visual highlight, but also a comfortable companion for many years to come.
5. elegance in a single colour
Some pieces of furniture are evergreens: timeless and always in fashion. The spaghetti chair «Säntis» from Schaffner, a design classic from the 1950s, is one such favourite. With its hand-tied, spaghetti-like cords, it lends any area an airy, light look and blends effortlessly into various interior styles. Its materials, such as weatherproof metal and plastic, guarantee that you will enjoy it for a long time. The cords nestle comfortably against your body and create pretty light and shadow patterns that add extra charm to the outdoor area. What's new about this version? The monochrome look. If that doesn't appeal to you, you can also find it in numerous other colours and designs. Simply clean your spaghetti chair with a mild detergent and water to keep it clean and neat.
Source: Schaffner
6. simple but sophisticated
The armchair «Bona» from Kave Home is the perfect fit to give your outdoor setup that certain something. With a design made from 100 per cent weatherproof aluminium and robust teak on the armrests for added cosiness, this stackable chair is designed to withstand the elements. The comfy cushion rounds it all off and promises comfortable seating. However, it should be stored indoors in case of rain. «Bona» is available in white and black, with a matching table
Source: Kave Home
7. material mix with style
You could almost overlook it if its cool mix of materials didn't catch the eye: The «Amora» garden chair brings a stylish contrast to your outdoor area with its mix of warm teak seat, white metal frame and grey wickerwork. With a backrest and armrests made of flexible wickerwork, it is designed to offer comfort and stability. The polyester wickerwork and steel construction make it easy to clean and weatherproof. Perfect for anyone who wants to add a cool and elegant touch to their garden.
Source: Venture Home
8. perforated - the good way
The «Balcony Chair» from the Danish brand HAY is an absolute eye-catcher on your balcony or terrace. This chair combines minimalist style with Scandinavian elegance. Made of powder-coated steel, it is not only weatherproof and easy to clean, but also stable. Available in three different colours, it adapts perfectly to your vibe. Another advantage: it is lightweight and stackable, making it super practical if you need space. Optionally, you can equip it with matching cushions to take comfort to the next level.
9th graphic garden statement
The armchair from French furniture brand Petite Friture will turn heads in your garden. Designed by Studio Brichet-Ziegler, it is part of the 2017 collection. With its oval shape, «Weekend Bridge» makes a graphic statement and comes in many colours - from subtle to bold. The furniture is water and UV-resistant, stackable and also available with armrests for even more comfort. Made of aluminium with epoxy paint, «Weekend Bridge» scores with style and robustness. The best part? A little water and washing-up liquid and the dirt is gone in no time at all.
Source: Petite Friture
Header image: Venture Home
Pia Seidel
Senior Editor
Pia.Seidel@digitecgalaxus.chLike a cheerleader, I love celebrating good design and bringing you closer to everything furniture- and interior design- related. I regularly curate simple yet sophisticated interior ideas, report on trends and interview creative minds about their work.
