It’s hard to beat the beautiful outdoor landscapes of Switzerland. Stunning mountain ranges, crisp blue skies, rolling hills and fresh clean air – there’s so much to love about outdoor living in Switzerland.

So, when it comes to choosing your perfect outdoor furniture pieces, and protecting them throughout the changing seasons, it’s important to know what to do and when. From preparing your outdoor spaces in the early springtime to transitioning out your sun loungers for cosy outdoor sofas in autumn, our seasonal guide is full of useful tips to help you make the most of each season outdoors.

Early Spring - Preparing Your Outdoor Space

As we shake off the last of winter and the first few buds begin to bloom, early spring is the best time to begin preparing and organising your outdoor space. Whether you’re working with a paved terrace or a spacious lawn, there are always jobs to be done to help create that perfect blank canvas for the summer season outdoors.

Cleaning up any old plants that didn’t survive the winter, cleaning and refreshing any surfaces, planting new bulbs and mapping out the spots for your big outdoor furniture items can help to make the next season so much easier to manage.

In your outdoor dining space, for example, measuring the right clearance needed for your outdoor dining table and chairs can help you to choose the perfect piece when it comes to purchasing later on in the season. Identifying and clearing the right amount of space for pieces like a NEST Outdoor Coffee Table, ORION Outdoor Parasol or a PARDIS Lounge Chair can also help you to visualise exactly how your summer garden will look, with all accessories included.

Summer - Relaxing in Your Outdoor Space

Summer is the season to truly enjoy your outdoor space in Switzerland. Longer days invite relaxed hosting, slow afternoons outdoors, and easy transitions between lounging and dining. From reclining on a sun lounger to sharing sunlit meals, this is when outdoor furniture becomes part of everyday living.

Swiss summers can be beautifully warm but also unpredictable, with sudden showers and intense sunlight. Choosing furniture designed for these conditions helps you enjoy the season without constant worry. Weather-resistant aluminium frames offer long-term strength and stability, while UV-resistant Cane-Line Rope retains its colour and structure even with regular exposure to the sun.

Products which contain QuickDry & Airflow cushions, like our MOMENTS Outdoor Sofa or the STICKS Outdoor Platform Sofa, are ideal for summer living, allowing seating to dry quickly after rainfall so it’s ready to use again sooner. Low-maintenance surfaces also make it easy to keep your outdoor space looking its best with minimal effort.

Autumn - Transitioning and Protecting Your Outdoor Furniture

As the climate shifts and evolves, the autumn season is now considered an extension of the late summer period, with long sunny evenings, bright fresh mornings and crisp days still inviting us to spend time outdoors.

But with the changing of the leaves comes a shift in the way we use our outdoor spaces too. Sunbathing transitions into snuggling up on the outdoor sofa, and alfresco breakfasts become campfire cookouts and cosy nights under the stars. The intense heat of the summer has passed, and it’s time for our outdoor spaces to reflect it.

It’s the season of packing away the JALISCO sun loungers and bringing out the DOT Outdoor Rugs, soft, cosy COOPER sofas and outdoor GLAZE coffee tables to create autumnal spaces outside. As the days get shorter, outdoor lamps, heaters and firepits are also a great option to help bring that comforting, evening glow to your garden. Finally, with the drop in temperature comes the arrival of throw cushions, accent chairs and warm blankets, mixing the natural materials of our outdoor furniture with soft furnishings to create that autumnal inside/outside feel.

As the winter approaches, however, it’s important to start planning ahead for the end of the outdoor season; bringing furniture covers out of storage, making space in our caves, sheds or storage spaces, and preparing for those sudden drops in temperature.

Winter - Store and Protect

Winter is all about hibernation, as we shelter and shield our outdoor pieces from the chilly weather of the season. From the end of autumn to the arrival of spring, our outdoor furniture needs to be properly stored, maintained, and covered to be ready for use next year.

Practically, furniture with weather-resistant aluminium frames can remain outdoors throughout winter, provided it is properly covered. Using breathable, well-fitted furniture covers helps protect surfaces from prolonged exposure to snow, frost, and moisture while allowing air to circulate and preventing condensation. Tables, sofas, and larger seating pieces are best left in place and covered, particularly when moving them indoors might be tricky or impractical.

Items made from textiles, including cushions, throws, and fabric accessories, should always be stored indoors during winter. Even high-performance outdoor cushions benefit from being kept in a dry, well-ventilated space over the colder months to preserve their comfort and appearance. Lightweight or delicate pieces, such as parasols, side tables, and decorative accessories, should also be stored away to avoid weather-related damage.

Before covering or storing any furniture, ensure all surfaces are clean and fully dry to help protect against mould forming and staining during the winter period. A simple wipe down with a dry towel can help keep them fresh whilst in storage and allow them to be fully prepared and clean when spring arrives.

Tips for Choosing Furniture that Works Year-Round

• Find quality materials that can withstand different weather conditions, such as dry heat, humidity, rain, frost and snow. Pieces with UV resistant rope, powder-coated aluminium and Quick-Dry technology foam are great materials to consider when exploring your options.
• Consider furniture that can be easily transformed or transitioned between seasons, such as modular outdoor sofas, extendable dining tables, changeable cushion covers and moveable accent chairs.
• Prioritise durability over trends – timeless pieces with guaranteed longevity and durability are going to help your outdoor collection stay fresh, beautiful and functional for longer than cheap trend pieces or ‘viral items’.
• Choosing neutral, minimalist and classic palettes can help your outdoor pieces to feel evergreen and timeless, without needing to switch up different colour schemes and patterns throughout the changing seasons
• Plan ahead for storage requirements and covers – investing in quality furniture covers, and storage spaces ensures you have the space to store your outdoor furniture safely meaning it can stay usable and stylish all year round.

For more information on our premium outdoor furniture collections, get in touch with us or visit our showroom in Blonay to see a selection of our outdoor furniture pieces in-person.