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Darren Palmer's must-haves for a stylish backyard

Carina Rossi

Updated October 30, 2024 - 4.44am

Good luck finding someone more skilled in the art of styling a space than interior designer, and The Block judge, Darren Palmer. His ability to transform a space with considered pieces knows no bounds so when we had the chance to peep his shoppable list on Amazon we had to ask him to talk us through his shoppable list on Amazon.

If you're looking to update your green space, enjoy Darren's aesthetically pleasing and affordable list of backyard buys and his tips on how to make them work for you.

9PR — Darren Palmer's simple suggestions will transform your backyard. Supplied

Festoon lights

I think festoon lights are a really lovely way to add that festive outdoor appeal to a space, even if it's a little courtyard, I think it can be really sweet and whimsical.

My pick:

9PR: Darren Palmer backyard styling tips — Amazon

Buy them here for $43.99

Then there are weatherproof LED rechargeable lights that you can put on tables or side tables. So chic, right? Lighting is a really lovely way to elevate your backyard into a space that's fun, festive or chic.

Lantern lights for a chic mood...

Buy two for $53.99

A hammock

I think a hammock is a really cool, sort of whimsical way to add extra utility to an outdoor space. It's a great place to sit and hang or take a nap. Two people can sit and swing and have a chat.

Entertainment

I just love the Sonos Move system and I love that you don't have to leave it outside to be exposed to the weather all the time, you can bring it inside to recharge or listen to music.

Buy the Sonos Move here!

Also great for the backyard are games. These are my pick:

Outdoor Giant Lawn Bowling Games

Buy it here!

Nowra Point Golf Practice Net

Buy it here!

DIY pavers

You don't always have to pay a landscaper to create a path in your backyard, with these pavers you can create a little meandering path. It also gives you an opportunity to plant around that and then you've got yourself a little, easy-to-put-together garden – I think it's a nice landscape idea.

Buy them here:

Curved Hardwood Pathway