Not long ago, options for outdoor furniture were limited to scrolly, wrought-iron varieties that—from a design standpoint—made little impression (save for a distinct diamond pattern on the back of your thighs). Fortunately, homeowners and furniture makers alike have realized the potential of backyards as more than just patches of grass and instead, as grounds for true outdoor living. Read on for ways to upgrade your al fresco summer dining, like all new seating, switching out your placemats, and even light-up floating pool balls for the ultimate outdoor party.
Outdoor Furniture
“Cat’s Cradle” dining arm chair, to the trade/David Sutherland
Royal Botania “Strappy” chair and ottoman, $7,472/Scott + Cooner
“Alonso” outdoor floor lamp, $3,255/Roche Bobois
Atra “Nerthus” outdoor chair, to the trade/Jean de Merry
Custom Craft Dallas corian “Dollhouse” occasional tables, to the trade/ID Collection
Outdoor Accessories
LED color-changing glow balls, $149/Frontgate
Bamboo serveware, from $30/Blue Print
Flexform “Cesta” baskets, from $1,190/Scott + Cooner
Duralex “Picardie” colored drinkware, $6/Crate & Barrel
Pandan coaster, $6 for four/Favor the Kind
Melamine plates, $30 for four/Blue Print
Checkered Towel, $38/Favor the Kind
“Pebble” melamine dinnerware, from $5/CB2
Leather cooler, $1,415/Ellis Hill
“Emry” placemat, $10/CB2
Cobalt Swirl Dinner Plate, $26/Blue Print
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