Try a taste of Provence

Create an outdoor living area for the summer months.

A fragrant lavender garden sets the French theme for this relaxed seating area set away from the house in a shady spot.

Mismatched painted furniture gives a shabby chic look, with a rustic wooden bench and old wicker chair as the focal point. Faded floral and toile cushions pull the whole scheme together, that's reminisent of classic French style.

For a similar bench, try Greenfingers

Chosen by Ideal Home

Photograph by Mark Scott

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  • Neutral Wood Bench