Outdoor living has become a major priority for homeowners across the North West, and we’re seeing a noticeable shift in how people want to use their gardens. The trend isn’t simply about adding a seating area or updating a patio, it’s about creating outdoor rooms that feel just as comfortable, personal and functional as the spaces inside your home.
At White Mosaic, we design gardens that blur the gap between indoors and outdoors, using thoughtful materials, craftsmanship and planting to create spaces you can genuinely live in. Here are the trends we’ve seen shape outdoor living in 2025.
Sustainable, characterful materials
Sustainability isn’t a buzzword anymore, it’s become part of how our clients choose to build and furnish their gardens. Timber, hardwoods, and high-quality stainless steel are being used not just for their longevity but for the warmth and character they bring to a space.
We regularly incorporate reclaimed materials and custom-made outdoor furniture into our designs. These choices not only reduce environmental impact but create outdoor areas that feel grounded, natural and timeless.
Composite decking and sheltered outdoor spaces
Composite decking has continued to grow in popularity across the North West, largely because of our famously unpredictable climate. Unlike traditional timber, composite requires very little maintenance and looks smart year-round.
We’re also designing more sheltered areas, from contemporary awnings to timber pergolas and covered dining spaces so clients can enjoy their gardens in sun, rain or anything in between.
Outdoor kitchens designed for real living
Outdoor kitchens have moved well beyond novelty. Homeowners are investing in functional, beautifully designed cooking spaces that genuinely extend the home.
At White Mosaic, we often integrate:
built-in grills and worktops
wood-fired pizza ovens as focal features
integrated storage
refrigeration and preparation areas
lighting designed for evening entertaining
These aren’t add-ons, they’re fully considered garden features, designed to suit each client’s lifestyle.
The balance of landscaping and hardscaping
The best outdoor spaces are the ones where greenery and structure work together. Hardscape elements such as stone terraces, retaining walls and pathways create shape, while planting softens the architecture and draws the eye through the garden.
We design with both simultaneously, thinking about how a curve of sandstone might lead to a shaded seating nook, or how layered planting can soften a structural garden wall. This combination is what creates a cohesive space with flow and character.
Considered water features
From reflective pools to simple fountains, water remains a powerful design element. Increasingly, clients are opting for sustainable systems – rainwater-fed features, low-consumption pumps and solar or LED lighting.
Thoughtfully designed water features attract wildlife, add movement and sound, and create a calming focal point within the garden.
Final Thoughts
At White Mosaic, we believe outdoor living spaces should be both beautiful and ecologically sensitive. Our designs aim to support wildlife, harness sustainable materials and create gardens that feel truly personal to the people who use them.
Whether it’s an outdoor kitchen, a sheltered dining terrace, or a complete redesign of your outdoor space, we craft every element with care, from the first sketch to the final planting.
If you’re ready to start your new garden journey, click here to book your consultation.