Outdoor Furniture 101

June 29, 2010 by jestroff  
Filed under Tips

We were recently on House and Home and discovered some great tips on how to select the perfect outdoor furniture set for your backyard.  When choosing an outdoor furniture set you need to consider all the options and your climate.  Do you want something that is more durable than most?  Do you want to purchase furniture that is easy to care for?  Are you looking for something that if more cost effective?

Check out the article on House and Home and see for yourself which of the types of materials mentioned would work best for you!

Finding the Perfect Outdoor Loveseat

February 14, 2010 by eralls  
Filed under Outdoor Design Ideas

In honor of Valentine’s Day, we thought it appropriate to showcase some of the most stylish love seat’s out there, thanks to a recent article in House Beautiful magazine.

Yin Yang, synthetic rattan, $2,916. Kenneth Cobonpue for Janus et Cie: 800-245-2687; janusetcie.com.

Yin Yang, synthetic rattan, $2,916. Kenneth Cobonpue for Janus et Cie: 800-245-2687; janusetcie.com.

Mariposa, teak, $6,900. Ted Boerner for Henry Hall Designs: 800-767-7738; henryhalldesigns.com.

Mariposa, teak, $6,900. Ted Boerner for Henry Hall Designs: 800-767-7738; henryhalldesigns.com.

Santa Monica, teak, $1,185. Restoration Hardware: 800-910-9836; restorationhardware.com.

Santa Monica, teak, $1,185. Restoration Hardware: 800-910-9836; restorationhardware.com.

Kingston Shelter, synthetic wicker, $2,046. Laneventure: 800-235-3558.

Kingston Shelter, synthetic wicker, $2,046. Laneventure: 800-235-3558.

Here’s to hoping your Valentine’s Day is filled with as many x’s and o’s you deserve. In the mean time, check out more living-room-worthy outdoor love seats here.

Dreamy Outdoor Spaces

February 10, 2010 by eralls  
Filed under Outdoor Design Ideas

When it comes to designing your outdoor space, what inspires you? We have many a client who start envisioning their design by tearing pages from magazines that speak to their lifestyles and style sensibilities.

A built-in space that practically recedes into the landscape?

Mali Azima/Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles

Mali Azima/Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles

A second-story porch above the “mosquito line” to negate a need for screened enclosures?

Erica George Dines/Atlanta Homes & LIfestyles

Erica George Dines/Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles

Rattan furniture with custom upholstery in colors that pop?

J. Savage Gibson/Coastal Living

J. Savage Gibson/Coastal Living

An outdoor fireplace as cozy as the one indoors?

Ralph Anderson/Southern Living

Ralph Anderson/Southern Living

Share your design inspirations with us!

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