Outdoor Storage Furniture - 20 Free Plans

Create more outdoor storage with these simple plans!

We've compiled 20 FREE Outdoor Storage Furniture Plans! Each of these storage solutions creates multifunctional uses for your outdoor space. Some double as seating, or side tables, coffee tables and more! Tidy up your outdoor space with these step by step plans today. From packages to boots and shoes, sporting equipment, toys, cushions, pillows, propane tanks and more.

These plans will give you a place to store all the things...

 


 

 

1. Outdoor Storage Bench - Slat Design

outdoor storage bench

This outdoor storage bench with slat design would work great pool side or on a front porch. It's larger in size for even more storage for outdoor cushions or blankets too! We've created a easy to follow plan to build your own!


 

 

2. Modern Cedar Storage Bench

modern cedar storage bench outdoor cedar storage bench

We've made this plan even easier for the beginner woodworker! This outdoor modern cedar storage bench uses just basic tools and materials and can be built in a few hours. Perfect for hiding packages or cleaning up the toys and balls laying around the yard!


 

 

3. Outdoor Storage Coffee Table

outdoor storage coffee table

This storage coffee table uses 8 boards and can be built in no time! Add extra storage to your deck or patio that doubles as a coffee table!

by Shanty 2 Chic


 

 

4. Outdoor Lounge Chair with Storage

outdoor lounge chair with storage

Build your own reclining deck lounger! This fun lounge chair design allows for extra storage for cushions or pool toys, and boasts comfortable lounge style seating! Using basic tools and materials you can build your own!

by Remodelaholic


 

 

5. Outdoor Storage Bench with Back

outdoor storage bench with back

We love the look of this patio storage bench by the amazing Jen Woodhouse! The fretwork detail on the back makes it look extra fancy, but those angled cuts are all at 45 degrees, so this project is totally doable. The flip seat and bottom slat design allows for so many storage options and adds beautiful extra seating!


 

 

6. Louvered Storage Box

louvered style storage box

Build Basic has the plans for this louvered style storage box! Create a stylish way to store outdoor décor with this slatted deck box. While creating the louvered look may seem complicated, this plan makes it as simple as tilting the slats. If this is the look you're going for, Build Basic makes the process extremely doable with their step by step guide!


 

 

7. Oversized Outdoor Storage Box

oversized outdoor storage box

This oversized storage box by Little House on the Corner is not only large and in charge, it's also beautiful! So if you need a storage solution with more storage space, this may be the plan for you.

 


 

 

8. Outdoor Storage Box on Casters

outdoor storage built with 2x lumber on casters

This easy outdoor storage box is built using 3 basic tools! A great beginner project to add storage to an outdoor space! We love the added casters and the the fact that it's built using 2x material! 

by Anika's DIY Life


 

 

9. Outdoor Sofa with Hidden Storage

hidden storage outdoor sofa

As you know outdoor cushions are quite spendy, so being able to store them is huge! This amazing storage sofa by Pneumatic Addict is perfect for storing the cushions and keeping them clean while not using them! There's another little hidden storage surprise, but you'll have to click over to see it!


 

 

10. Outdoor Coffee Table with Hinge Top

outdoor storage coffee table

How about an outdoor coffee table with a hinged storage top? That's what Crazy Wonderful did! We love that they built it according to the size cushions they had and that it doubles as a coffee table!


 

 

11. Storage Bench with Totes

storage bench with totes

Build an outdoor storage bench with a twist – the hidden storage can hold two rubber totes! This backyard storage box is ideal for storing pool toys, kid’s outdoor toys, gardening tools, patio cushions, and more.

by Our Handcrafted Life 

 


 

 

12. Storage Ottoman Cocktail Table

storage ottoman diy storage

We love multi-purpose furniture, like this DIY outdoor storage ottoman / cocktail table! Throw a cushion on top and it becomes a bench. Remove the top and store the cushion, plus room for more!

by Jen Woodhouse


 

 

13. Outdoor Storage Side Table

outdoor storage side table with storage

This table is a great place to set drinks, food, or any other items you may need while enjoying your pool, deck, or patio. Plus, it has a hidden area that can be used for chilling drinks or just for extra storage!

by Saws on Skates


 

 

14. Slatted Outdoor Storage Bench

storage bench outdoor storage

This gorgeous storage bench is perfect for storing cushions and doubles as extra seating! We love the slatted look and design. 

 

by The Chronicles of Home


 

 

15. Outdoor Modular Bench with Storage

modular bench with storage

This outdoor modular storage set up packs a ton of storage and seating in one spot!

by Neli Design


 

 

16. Umbrella Side Table with Storage

umbrella side table with storage

This awesome side table not only holds the umbrella, but the tabletop hinges to add more storage as well!

by The Handyman's Daughter


 

 

17. Rolling Plywood Storage Box

plywood storage box bench

We love the look and design of this rolling outdoor storage box. Built with 3/4" plywood and some trim. It doesn't only look fabulous, it's functional too!

by Sand and Sisal


 

 

18. L-Shaped Outdoor Storage Bench

l shaped storage bench

We love this banquette style design for the outdoors. This L-shape bench includes plenty of storage and seating options!

by Rambling Renovators


 

 

19. Storage Bench with Back

storage bench with back

This DIY outdoor storage bench is large enough for three people, and holds all the outdoor toys and gear that clutter up the yard.

by The Handyman's Daughter

 

 

 

20. Side Table Deck Box

side table deck table side table storage

Another great solution for adding some storage to your deck area, is this side table deck box!

by Jillian Grennon and Kreg Tool


 

 


21. Package Delivery Box

package delivery box

Image Credit: Ana White

Download Plans Here

 
Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 2x material, cedar fence pickets, plywood, hinges

This extra large package delivery drop box keeps packages safe and out of sight.  This plan uses cedar fence pickets to keep the cost down, but the project materials reasonably priced.

 

 


 

Outdoor Storage Furniture - 20 Free Plans