Modular garden furniture is seating bought in separate sections rather than as a single fixed frame. With the Buckingham, open-ended sofas, 2 or 3 seater sofas and 1 or 2 seater middle sections combine into anything from a single sofa to a full corner. Finish with footstools and matching tables, and the layout follows the shape of your space rather than the other way round.
The Buckingham Teak Collection is our modular lounge range, made from carefully selected Grade A heartwood teak. Heartwood is the inner core of the tree, where the timber is at its densest and richest in natural oils, which is why the Buckingham can live outside all year, decade after decade, with no treatment at all. It can also move indoors to a conservatory or orangery. Our own team delivers each section ready to use, and the teak carries our ten-year guarantee. If you are still comparing ranges, see our wider teak outdoor lounge furniture range, which sets the Buckingham alongside The Ascot Teak Collection and The Windsor Collection.
What Modular Garden Furniture Means in Practice
Each piece is bought individually, so you build the group that suits you: a single sofa with a footstool, two sofas facing each other, or a full corner sofa. If you would rather buy one fixed piece, our teak garden sofas are your better option.
The Sections At Your Disposal
The collection includes:
- The 3 Seater and 2 Seater sofas
- The Left Hand and Right Hand Open End sofas
- 2 Seater and 1 Seater middle sections
- A lounge chair
- A footstool
- A Rectangular or square coffee table
- A square side table.
- Corner cushions, sold separately.
A footstool also makes a useful extra seat, for those occasions when you have more guests.
For a sense of scale, the 3 Seater Sofa measures 232cm wide, 84cm deep, and 67cm high, and the Buckingham Modular Lounge Chair measures 84cm by 84cm by 67cm. The Rectangular Coffee Table is 140cm long and 80cm deep, and 30cm high. Product pages list the dimensions of every piece.
Various Configurations to Suit You
A corner sofa
A Buckingham corner forms wherever one piece has an armrest at the corner. That piece can be a 2 or 3 Seater Sofa or an Open End Sofa, and the next piece runs off it at a right angle, with its open end tucked against that armrest. Middle sections can be added to make either side as long as your space allows, and the left- and right-hand Open End Sofas let the corner turn whichever way you need. Four popular combinations are:
- 3 Seater Sofa + Open End Sofa: the most compact corner.
- 3 Seater Sofa + Middle Section + Open End Sofa: a longer return down one side.
- Open End Sofa + Middle Section + 3 Seater Sofa: the same idea, with the longer run on the other side.
- Open End Sofas only: a left-hand and a right-hand Open End Sofa join open end to open end to form one side, and a third Open End Sofa forms the return.
Swap the 3 Seater for a 2 Seater, or add more 1 or 2 seater middle sections, to make the arrangement smaller or larger. Where the armrest meets the back at the corner, a corner cushion (sold separately) fills the gap, so the corner seat is as comfortable as the rest.
Two facing sofas
A symmetrical arrangement on either side of a coffee table. It favours conversation, so it also works well in a conservatory or orangery.
A single sofa with footstools
The simplest starting group, and the easiest to extend later. Add a lounge chair, a footstool, or a side table as you go.
Regardless of the setup you’re looking to achieve, make sure to measure the layout you want and leave room to walk around it comfortably.
Adding to Your Modular Set Later
Sections are bought individually, so you don’t need to buy everything at once. Instead, you have the opportunity to build on your setup over time. Expect a difference in tone at first: a section added a couple of seasons later starts life with a golden hue. Over time, this naturally weathers to an elegant silver.
Why Choose Teak for Modular Furniture
Unlike wicker or rattan, heartwood teak is naturally weather-resistant, strong, and low-maintenance, which makes it a lasting investment for year-round use. The Buckingham can be left outside all year and will weather gracefully over time.
Cushions
Buckingham sets are supplied with cushions in a choice of colours. The standard range includes Ecru, Graphite, Light Grey, and Taupe, while the premium range adds colours including Navy, Cornflower, Teal, Sky, Terracotta, and Amber, made to order with a lead time of up to six weeks. The covers are showerproof, stain-resistant, and UV colourfast.
Our ten-year guarantee covers the teak furniture, and cushions and covers carry the manufacturer’s standard one-year guarantee.
Modular Garden Furniture: FAQs
Can the sections be moved around?
Yes. Each section is a separate piece, so you can rearrange the group, add sections, or take them away as your space and needs change.
Can I make a corner sofa with the Buckingham?
Yes. A corner forms wherever one piece has an armrest at the corner, either a 2 or 3 Seater Sofa or an Open End Sofa, with the next piece’s open end tucked against it at a right angle. Add 1 or 2 seater middle sections to make either side longer. Send us your measurements, and we’ll suggest the combination that fits your space.
Can I build a corner using only Open End Sofas?
Yes. Join a left-hand and a right-hand Open End Sofa, then add a third Open End Sofa at a right angle to form the return. Speak to us and we’ll confirm the right combination before you order.
Do I need a corner cushion?
We’d recommend one. Where the armrest meets the back at the corner, there is a gap with no cushion. A corner cushion, sold separately, fills it so the corner seat is as comfortable as the rest of the sofa.
Can modular teak furniture be left outside all year?
Yes. The teak can be left outside all year round. Cushions should be brought in for storage when not in use.
Will the teak change colour over time?
Yes. All teak weathers to a silvery grey patina. The change is cosmetic and has no effect on strength.
Are cushions included?
Yes. Buckingham sofas and lounge chairs come with deep-filled cushions in your choice of colour. Our range covers a number of beautiful colours, so you’ll easily find something that’s perfect for your home. Corner cushions for corner layouts are sold separately.
Is teak better than rattan for modular furniture?
For seating that stays outside, yes. Most garden “rattan” is a synthetic weave over a metal frame, which can fade, turn brittle and split over time. Heartwood teak is solid timber that’s naturally protected against the weather, and it’s built to last for decades rather than seasons.
Is the furniture delivered assembled?
Yes. Each Buckingham piece is supplied fully assembled. Free UK delivery applies to orders over £250 to UK mainland postcodes (exclusions apply).
Book a Modular Garden Furniture Showroom Appointment
Bring your measurements and see the Buckingham in person, with an opportunity to enjoy its magnificent beauty.
You can book a showroom appointment, and our team will help you plan a modular garden furniture configuration for your space.