SKAGERAK BY FRITZ HANSEN
The Nordic tradition of craftsmanship is evident in the Skagerak by Fritz Hansen Plank collection. Designed with sustainability and functionality in mind, the FSC-certified teak holds up to the elements and will naturally patinate to a beautiful silver gray over time. Table, $2,169; bench, $2,099; chair, $899.
CURREY & COMPANY
Made of concrete in a faux-bois natural finish, the Beaujon cocktail table from Currey & Company is perfect for indoors or out. The table is fashioned to resemble slender saplings that gracefully angle up to its circular top. $1,840, available through Trovare Home Design.
OKA
The Bedarra bistro chair from Oka sports a distinctive two-toned all- weather “rattan” pattern and a powder coated frame for durability in the garden. $395.
SUMMER CLASSICS
Fashioned to give the appearance of cast stone, the Fisher dining table from Summer Classics features a 36-inch top and a cone-shape base embellished with a vertical stria design. $3,120.
ELEISH VAN BREEMS
The Danish-modern character of the Nest three-seater sofa from Eleish Van Breems is achieved with sweeping curves in an airy weather- resistant weave on an aluminum frame. Offered in white or natural. $5,580.
WOODARD
Inspired by the architecture of Italy, Alexa Hampton designed Tuoro, an eight-piece collection for Woodard. The Tuoro planter features intricated fretwork in cast aluminum. $3,254, available from Patio.com.
POLYWOOD
Partnering with Martha Stewart, Polywood’s Chinoiserie outdoor swing includes intricate latticework and delicate details. Made of Polywood lumber, a proprietary blend of sustainable materials including ocean-bound plastics, the swing is offered in a variety of colors. $729.
MCKINNON & HARRIS
Moroccan inspired, the Yves table in Marrakech Blue takes it cue from the architecture and exotic riads of Marrakech. Made to order from high-performance aluminum, the table is offered in 21 finish colors and two arch styles with a seamless top or inset top of technical stone. $4,960.
CARL HANSEN & SON
The comfortable Outdoor Deck chair made of FSC-certified teak hails from the 11-piece AH outdoor series from Carl Hansen & Son. Designed by the late Danish architect Alfred Homann in 2022, the chair exhibits simple lines with soft rounded details. Chair, $650; seat cushion, $115; back cushion, $95.
LAUN
Design firm Laun’s Ribbon circular bench is a study in form and materiality with layered powder coated aluminum tubes. Custom colors and widths are available. $6,250.
DEDON
Designed by Richard Frinier, the Dedon Daydream four-poster canopy daybed features a Viennese cane-weaving pattern and generous proportions. perfect for lazing around on a hot day. $13,735.
This article appears in the May 2023 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens) with the headline: Step Into Summer.