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Update an outdoor space with unique interior-inspired styles from pre-weathered tables to outdoor concrete bar carts. We've got everything you need to complete your own backyard escape.
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1/15Handcrafted from maple and mahogany, the nautical-themed serving board features a stainless accent cleat, rounded corners and an elegant juice groove. Serve cheese and crackers aboard your vessel with the perfect practical piece—both elegant and functional. Custom designs and personalized engraving available. Starting at $70 (10.5 x 13 x ¾ inches), Soundview Millworks, Darien, 843-324-5186, soundviewmillworks.com.Handcrafted from maple and mahogany, the nautical-themed serving board features a stainless accent cleat, rounded corners and an elegant juice groove. Serve cheese and crackers aboard your vessel with the perfect practical piece—both elegant and functional. Custom designs and personalized engraving available. Starting at $70 (10.5 x 13 x ¾ inches), Soundview Millworks, Darien, 843-324-5186, soundviewmillworks.com.
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2/15Fit for outdoor use, the high-powered LED Blakes table lamp, handcrafted in weathered brass, evokes the timeless design of the industrial past. Inspired by a passion for trains and ships, designer Eric Huysmans offers a contemporary twist on an antique lantern. The rechargeable battery provides a lifespan of five hours. $1,875, Intérieurs, NYC, 212-343-0800, interieurs.com.Fit for outdoor use, the high-powered LED Blakes table lamp, handcrafted in weathered brass, evokes the timeless design of the industrial past. Inspired by a passion for trains and ships, designer Eric Huysmans offers a contemporary twist on an antique lantern. The rechargeable battery provides a lifespan of five hours. $1,875, Intérieurs, NYC, 212-343-0800, interieurs.com.
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3/15With the festive painting Peasant Wedding by Pieter Brueghel in mind, designer Dirk Wynants reinvents the conventional picnic table with the Hopper table by Extremis, the perfect piece for an outdoor setting. The wooden top and galvanized steel legs combine functionality with innovation for a modern design rooted in historic tradition. Starting at $10,272, Janus et Cie, NYC, 212-752-1117, janusetcie.com.With the festive painting Peasant Wedding by Pieter Brueghel in mind, designer Dirk Wynants reinvents the conventional picnic table with the Hopper table by Extremis, the perfect piece for an outdoor setting. The wooden top and galvanized steel legs combine functionality with innovation for a modern design rooted in historic tradition. Starting at $10,272, Janus et Cie, NYC, 212-752-1117, janusetcie.com.
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4/15Inspired by a landscape photograph, Sheila Johnson designed the Cerulean Sky luxury Italian-made digital print scarf, an ideal accessory for a breezy spring day. The image of an intricate iron gate contrasts brilliantly against the blue backdrop of a morning sky. $475, Sheila Johnson collection, available at Urban Zen, NYC, 212-206-3999, urbanzen.com, sheilajohnsoncollection.com.Inspired by a landscape photograph, Sheila Johnson designed the Cerulean Sky luxury Italian-made digital print scarf, an ideal accessory for a breezy spring day. The image of an intricate iron gate contrasts brilliantly against the blue backdrop of a morning sky. $475, Sheila Johnson collection, available at Urban Zen, NYC, 212-206-3999, urbanzen.com, sheilajohnsoncollection.com.
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5/15The revolutionary new Practik rug, made from recycled polyester thread, delivers a welcoming look with a soft finish. The waterproof, fluff-free fabric withstands outdoor conditions and brings practical sophistication to any environment. $2,822 (for 5.6 x 7.9 feet), Nanimarquina, NYC, 646-701-7058, nanimarquina.com.The revolutionary new Practik rug, made from recycled polyester thread, delivers a welcoming look with a soft finish. The waterproof, fluff-free fabric withstands outdoor conditions and brings practical sophistication to any environment. $2,822 (for 5.6 x 7.9 feet), Nanimarquina, NYC, 646-701-7058, nanimarquina.com.
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6/15photograph by David SloanToo busy to garden? Incredible Edibles offers the ideal solution for households with active lifestyles: a raised-bed garden box filled with all-natural herbs, vegetables and USDA-certified organic soil. The full-service package includes design, installation, regular maintenance and replanting. Starting at $8.25 per linear foot, Michael Sette’s Incredible Edibles, Norwalk, 203-856-4806, farmfreshct.com.photograph by David SloanToo busy to garden? Incredible Edibles offers the ideal solution for households with active lifestyles: a raised-bed garden box filled with all-natural herbs, vegetables and USDA-certified organic soil. The full-service package includes design, installation, regular maintenance and replanting. Starting at $8.25 per linear foot, Michael Sette’s Incredible Edibles, Norwalk, 203-856-4806, farmfreshct.com.
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7/15Handcrafted in steel and hot-dipped in weathered zinc for a rustproof finish, Restoration Hardware’s Zinc wall fountain has been antiqued for a timeworn appeal. Even in a modern garden design, the fountain creates a sleek, sophisticated focal point. Starting at $1,325 for the 1-spout fountain, Restoration Hardware, Westport, 203-222-1027, Greenwich, 203-552-1040, rh.com.Handcrafted in steel and hot-dipped in weathered zinc for a rustproof finish, Restoration Hardware’s Zinc wall fountain has been antiqued for a timeworn appeal. Even in a modern garden design, the fountain creates a sleek, sophisticated focal point. Starting at $1,325 for the 1-spout fountain, Restoration Hardware, Westport, 203-222-1027, Greenwich, 203-552-1040, rh.com.
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8/15Create a tranquil space indoors or outdoors with a multifaceted garden partition, the Green divider by Jean-Marie Massaud. The harmonious design includes eight cermaic pots and an asymmetrical weave of extra-wide fiber that servesas a lattice for climbing plants. $2,200, Dedon, NYC, 212-334-3345, through Lillian August, Norwalk, 203-847-3314, lillianaugust.com, dedon.us.Create a tranquil space indoors or outdoors with a multifaceted garden partition, the Green divider by Jean-Marie Massaud. The harmonious design includes eight cermaic pots and an asymmetrical weave of extra-wide fiber that servesas a lattice for climbing plants. $2,200, Dedon, NYC, 212-334-3345, through Lillian August, Norwalk, 203-847-3314, lillianaugust.com, dedon.us.
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9/15Classic summer menswear inspired this fresh, vibrant fabric collection. Transfer the distinct look of khakis and cabana-stripe shirts to Oxford cloth upholstery and cushions for a well-dressed patio or poolside terrace. Call for pricing, Link Outdoor, through Hines & Co. (T), D&D, 212-754-5880, linkdesignsolutions.com.Classic summer menswear inspired this fresh, vibrant fabric collection. Transfer the distinct look of khakis and cabana-stripe shirts to Oxford cloth upholstery and cushions for a well-dressed patio or poolside terrace. Call for pricing, Link Outdoor, through Hines & Co. (T), D&D, 212-754-5880, linkdesignsolutions.com.
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10/15Set the mood at a fun-filled pool party or beach trip with iLuv’s new MobiOut, a water-resistant stereo with Bluetooth speaker. With Jump-Start technology that charges the speakers and your phone, music will last for up to nine hours of playtime. $129.99, through PC Richard, Norwalk, 203-604-1104, pcrichard.com, iluv.com.Set the mood at a fun-filled pool party or beach trip with iLuv’s new MobiOut, a water-resistant stereo with Bluetooth speaker. With Jump-Start technology that charges the speakers and your phone, music will last for up to nine hours of playtime. $129.99, through PC Richard, Norwalk, 203-604-1104, pcrichard.com, iluv.com.
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11/15Add a piece of the sea to your home or beach cottage with a natural shell wreath—a visually unique, nautical sculpture. This beautiful array of neutral-colored seashells, starfish and sand dollars is displayed on a collection of driftwood. $177, Farnösh Birch, D54 Studio, Rowayton, 203-969-4185, also through The Flowerfall, Westport, 203-221-8080, d54studio.com.Add a piece of the sea to your home or beach cottage with a natural shell wreath—a visually unique, nautical sculpture. This beautiful array of neutral-colored seashells, starfish and sand dollars is displayed on a collection of driftwood. $177, Farnösh Birch, D54 Studio, Rowayton, 203-969-4185, also through The Flowerfall, Westport, 203-221-8080, d54studio.com.
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12/15Illuminate an evening event with a romantic Globe light. The lamp’s pure, simple design adds the effect of a full moon to your garden or patio and creates a warm, pleasant atmosphere. The switch is covered with a protective casing to shield it from bad weather. $525, Ligne Roset, NYC, 212-375-1036, lignerosetny.com.Illuminate an evening event with a romantic Globe light. The lamp’s pure, simple design adds the effect of a full moon to your garden or patio and creates a warm, pleasant atmosphere. The switch is covered with a protective casing to shield it from bad weather. $525, Ligne Roset, NYC, 212-375-1036, lignerosetny.com.
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13/15As refreshing as its namesake drink, the Mojito sink enhances the look of an outdoor bar. The brushed nickel finish and hammered texture illustrate innovative design and artistic flair. The deep, circular shape functions as a beautiful display when filled with ice and bottles of wine, beer and soft drinks. $1,295, Native Trails, available at Plimpton & Hills, Stamford, waterwareshowrooms.com, nativetrails.net.As refreshing as its namesake drink, the Mojito sink enhances the look of an outdoor bar. The brushed nickel finish and hammered texture illustrate innovative design and artistic flair. The deep, circular shape functions as a beautiful display when filled with ice and bottles of wine, beer and soft drinks. $1,295, Native Trails, available at Plimpton & Hills, Stamford, waterwareshowrooms.com, nativetrails.net.
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14/15Cast from an antique that once graced the lawns of a private estate, the stone resin Grapevine wall basket brings a piece of history to today’s garden. Plant flowers inside to achieve a traditional look, or for the effect of graceful elegance, mount to a wall and fill with cascading vines. $900, Pennoyer Newman (T), NYDC, 212-839-0500, pennoyernewman.com.Cast from an antique that once graced the lawns of a private estate, the stone resin Grapevine wall basket brings a piece of history to today’s garden. Plant flowers inside to achieve a traditional look, or for the effect of graceful elegance, mount to a wall and fill with cascading vines. $900, Pennoyer Newman (T), NYDC, 212-839-0500, pennoyernewman.com.
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15/15Bring modern stripes of contrasting color to an entryway or pool area this summer. Tufted from durable vinyl yarn for a textured, looped look, the multicolored Bold Stripe shag mat from Chilewich withstands the weather outdoors and resists mold, mildew and chlorine. Starting at $45 (18 x 28 inches), through New Preston Kitchen Goods, New Preston, 860-868-1264, newprestonct.com, chilewich.com.Bring modern stripes of contrasting color to an entryway or pool area this summer. Tufted from durable vinyl yarn for a textured, looped look, the multicolored Bold Stripe shag mat from Chilewich withstands the weather outdoors and resists mold, mildew and chlorine. Starting at $45 (18 x 28 inches), through New Preston Kitchen Goods, New Preston, 860-868-1264, newprestonct.com, chilewich.com.
This article appears in the May 2013 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens).