Summer 2026 is all about outdoor spaces that feel fun, personal and easy to style - no landscapers, no endless DIY, no remortgaging required. If you’re ready to turn your garden, patio or balcony into an outdoor paradise (or at least a place you’re proud to sit with a cold drink), these simple trends will help you transform your space with minimal effort and maximum impact.
Whether you’ve got a tiny terrace or a full garden to play with, these 5 ideas will brighten your space and bring some personality back outside - Tickled Prints style.
1. Outdoor Wall Art That Survives British Weather
Yes… wall art really CAN go outside.
Outdoor wall art is one of the quickest ways to lift a dull fence, shed or patio wall — and 2025 is the year it finally gets the attention it deserves. Weatherproof acrylic prints give you vibrant colour, bold personality and a “designer garden” feel, without worrying about rain, UV or splashes from your questionable hosepipe technique.
Use outdoor art to:
- Add a focal point to a plain seating area
- Make your shed look intentionally stylish
- Bring indoors vibes outdoors
- Add humour to your garden bar or patio
2. Pops of Bold Colour (Without Painting Anything)
Painting fences or walls? No thank you. 2026 is all about small, colourful touches that instantly brighten your space:
- Outdoor cushions
- Planters in bold blues, greens and terracotta
- Patterned outdoor rugs
- Bright lanterns or solar lights
- Feature wall art (again — we’re biased, but correct)
Choose 2–3 colours and repeat them through your décor to make your garden look planned (even if it isn’t).
3. Affordable Garden “Zones” for Relaxing or Entertaining
You don’t need a huge space to create distinct moments:
- Coffee corner: a bistro table + warm morning light
- Garden bar: add a shelf, a sign and a cocktail print
- Kids area: chalkboards, cushions, mud pies
- Chill-out zone: fairy lights + throws + a comfy seat
A small change in layout makes your garden feel bigger and more inviting for summer evenings.
4. Bring the Indoors Out (Safely and Stylishly)
A big 2026 trend: blending indoor comfort with outdoor practicality.
Think:
- acrylic wall art
- weatherproof cushions
- outdoor shelving
- lanterns
- soft textiles that can handle a little drizzle
- mini side tables for drinks and snacks
The goal? Make your garden feel like an extra room but without any mouldy cushions or soggy regrets.
5. Personality-Loaded Accessories (Your Garden, Your Rules)
This trend is our personal favourite: adding character through quirky pieces that make your space feel uniquely yours.
Try:
- bold signs
- humorous outdoor wall art
- sculptural planters
- fun lighting
- themed corners (tropical? modern? Mediterranean?)
If it makes you smile when you step outside, it belongs there.
Final Thoughts
Refreshing your outdoor space for summer 2026 doesn’t have to be expensive or overwhelming. With a few bold touches, especially weatherproof wall art, you can make your garden feel brighter, more inviting, and more you.
If you’re ready to give your patio, shed or garden wall the glow-up it deserves…