DINING IN THE GARDEN

Set the scene for memorable meals surrounded by nature. In a city garden, make your space feel private and smell sublime with a wall of climbing jasmine. Select furniture that is hardwearing enough to withstand the winter, so that you don’t have to find the space to store it inside.

Left Create a real party look with stylish accessories. Blue knitted throw, £49; lanterns, from £30 each; cushions, from £15 each, all House of Fraser ( houseoffraser.co.uk) Below Vitra’s rounded ‘ Vegetal’ (£399 each) and ‘Landi’ chairs (£485 each, all available at Nest; nest.co.uk) lend a contemporary element to this rustic wooden table ➤