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edited by Karen D. Singh -- Interior Design, 2/1/2007 12:00:00 AM

Bathing Beauties

Christian Liaigre's refined style is not restricted to interiors, as evidenced by Hugonet's Atlanta collection of sunny deck chairs. They include one chaise with wheels and another with arms, and the 17 zesty colors that distinguish the aluminum frame come courtesy of a polyester-powder paint. The mesh is offered in 20 colors, with an optional contrasting X detail. Cushions are optional, too. If you need tables, Liaigre designed ones that feature a top of etched or painted glass and a base of oiled teak. Grupo Kettal, 316 Calle Aragón, 08009 Barcelona, Spain; 34-93-487-9090; hugonet.net. circle 311

Usona

Wishes do come true for those who enjoy an open-air rinse with the Shooting Star outdoor shower—as water sprays into the air, then falls down like a gentle rain. The magic is actually activated by the body weight of the user, who stands on the plastic top of the stainless-steel base, 31 inches in diameter, to release upward sprays from perforations at the base's edge. 113 South 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103; 215-496-0440; usonahome.com. circle 312

Duralee

The Bella Dura collection brings interior elegance outdoors. All 12 patterns are woven of olefin, engineered to resist moisture, mildew, and stains as well as staying colorfast. Palm trees embellish 90699; there's also 90695 with small stripes, 90702 with dots, 90704 with a wider stripe, and 90693 with a coral motif. 1775 Fifth Avenue, Bay Shore, NY 11706; 866-373-8932; duralee.com. circle 313

D&M Depot

The grass won't be greener on any other lawn when you have the solid AAR1917, AAR1919, or AAR1920 terra-cotta planters on your side. Choose cylindrical, round, and rectangular versions, all sold in sets of three. 23 Industrieweg, 2630 Aartselaar, Belgium; 32-3-888-42-00; dmdepot.be. circle 314

Into the Woods

Inspired by the belle époque, the woodsy, whimsical pieces in Janus et Cie's Faux Bois collection rely on concrete agglomerate finishes—hand-applied over steel rebar or twisted wire—to deliver "rustic," weathered surfaces. The Byron sloped armchair and Whitman bench are textured to bear likeness to oak, and the back of the three-legged Thoreau chair is fashioned to resemble a forked, gnarled tree trunk. The Bailey doghouse allows the family pooch to be part of the landscape, while Homer boots offer an elegant yet Paul Bunyan–esque alternative to yester-decade's lawn jockeys. Other highlights of the 14-piece ensemble include the Penelope birdbath, a chic watering hole for feathered friends, and the Walden dining table, with a trunk base that makes an equally elegant perch for human thirst quenchers. 8687 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310-652-7090; janusetcie.com. circle 315

Gandia Blasco

With a look that's more I.M. Pei pyramid than folk-art tepee, José A. Gandía's Tipi tent is a streamlined shelter from sun and wind. The anodized-aluminum frame, measuring 7 ½ by 7 ½ by 9 feet, is draped in plastic. Secured by Velcro, flaps fold open to reveal a 4-inch-thick vinyl-covered foam mattress roomy enough for six. If you run out of space in the tent, the molded-polypropylene Uno stacking chair is ideal for spillover guests. 4 Calle Músico Vert, 46870 Ontinyent, Spain; 34-90-253-0302; gandiablasco.com. circle 316

Walters Wicker

Catch the Randi Resin Wave. Part of a trio of garden and poolside loungers, this solid but lightweight club chair is constructed with an aluminum frame and a woven-resin body. Measurements are 48 inches wide by 33 high by 50 deep. An indoor version is rattan. 979 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 212-758-0472; walterswicker.com. circle 317

Weatherend

With the mahogany Flower Tree bench, Mother Nature is always the center of attention. The seat's petals radiate to 87 inches in diameter, and the center opening is 39 inches across to accommodate most tree trunks as well as planters. The seven-coat paint finish is available in countless colors. 6 Gordon Drive, Rockland, ME 04841; 800-456-6483; weatherend.com. circle 318

Grupo Kettal

Patricia Urquiola is making a splash poolside. Her Maia ensemble comprises three seating variations and two tables, all featuring powder-coated aluminum frames and a handwoven polypropylene weave in a dense chestnut brown. The optional mesh cushions—available in orange, white, or gray—are covered in an easy-to-maintain, weatherproof textile. 316 Calle Aragón, 08009 Barcelona, Spain; 34-93-487-9090; kettal.com. circle 319