Outdoor

Staff -- Interior Design, 5/31/2007 12:00:00 AM

Gary Hutton Design

Gary Hutton was inspired by the organic thought process of the mid-century masters, and the couture of Charles James to make his Pool Table. These cast bronze pieces are approximately 27 by 18 by 20 inches high. Available in five patinas: Ferric, Dark Ferric, classic black, Cupric, and silver. 375 Rhode Island Street, San Francisco, CA 94103; 415-626-2180; garyhuttondesign.com. circle 860

Giati

Celebrate with Fifty-Five, a teak and stainless steel line including an arm chair or chaise with integrated wheels and tables that seat four or six. Don't be fooled by its contemporary lines; the chair and chaise employ seamless integration that allows for easy stacking and simple storage. 614 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; 805-965-6535; giati.com. circle 861

Hugonet

The Dining Chair/Armchair, from the Madison collection, is durable and stylish. Made of aluminum tubing—the back is made of cast aluminum—each cushion has a removable cover. Painted with powdered polyester paint in a variety of colors, it measures 18 4/5 by 20 4/5 by 32 2/3 inches. Kettal, 316 S.A. Aragón, 08009 Barcelona, Spain; 93-487-90-90; hugonet.net. circle 865

Frisbie Design Concern

A cantilevered exterior vessel, the Parabolic Dish is a planter, sure to stand out. Finishes include exterior powder coat in any color, or a hand-rubbed wax on natural steel. Its footprint is 48 by 12 by 30 inches high. Allergic to plants? It's also offered as a fountain. 1008 Willow Street, Austin, TX 78702; 512-457-1266; frisbiedesign.com. circle 862

Walters Wicker

Refreshingly retro, the Rhinebeck Teak & Resin Weave Settee in natural finish offers the look of cane without the worry of damage. A high back chair is also available. Both are capable of withstanding the wear and tear of outdoor use. 979 Third Ave, New York, NY 10022; 212-758-0472; walterswicker.com. circle 864

Varuschin

Don't settle for sedate outdoor entertaining. Constructed with aluminum and covered with woven man-made fiber, Belinda, from the In-Out collection of charming tables and welcoming armchairs, offers a whimsical alternative to traditional patio furnishing. Available in blue, red, yellow, green, and mocha colors, one can mix and match. CGS Group Designitalia, 71 West 23rd Street, #1623, New York, NY 10010; 212-366-1777; momentoitalia.net. circle 863

Santa Barbara Designs

Colin Haywood was inspired by a flamenco dancer's skirt to make the lyrical Mirasol Flamenco of Regatta fabric with pink binding. The base is a 21-inch square steel with a pink powdercoat. It is 7 feet tall with an Eastern Hard Rock maple frame. PO Box 6884, Santa Barbara, CA 93160; 800-919-9464; sbumbrella.com. circle 866

Conrad Imports

Harkening Lake Tahoe's tranquility and beauty, the Tahoe collection includes roman fold shades and top-down/bottom-up shades in addition to drapery ideal for loggias and terraces. The fabric has a soil resistant finish that protects against mildew and fading. Alpine is available in snowdrift, gypsum, aspen, and leaf; Zephyr in Whitecap, pebble, sage, and laurel; and Sierra in birch, twig, and lichen. 600 Townsend Street, Suite 400W, San Francisco, CA 94103; 866-426-6723; conradshades.com. circle 870

Janus et Cie

Integrating woven resin and impregnated kraft paper, Veneto is a welcoming outdoor sofa for comfortable yet stately entertaining. There are four additional pieces in the Janus Loom collection: a lounge chair, an extended cube, a table, and a love seat. Available in sixteen finishes and the outdoor brown colorway. 8687 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 800-245-2687; janusetcie.com. circle 869

Evolutif

For those long meals during these late summer evenings, the Dining Armchair is the perfect addition to any outdoor table. From the Dangari collection, each chair measures 24 by 23 by 31 inches high. 316 S.A. Aragón, 08009 Barcelona, Spain; 93-487-90-90; evolutif.com. circle 868

SeaCloth

Four new patterns from the Harvest Hue collection reflect the growth and movement in nature through cotton-linen. Autumn Bean and Dancing Leaf include specific natural prints, while Patter and Tiny Leaf are more abstract. They are 54 inches wide and come in five colorways: forest, mushroom, china blue, persimmon, and charcoal. 107 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830; 203-422-6150; seacloth.com. circle 867

Palecek

Embrace the curves of the Rhodes side chair. With tightly woven rattan matting on the back and plantation hardwood legs, it offers elegance with a slight twist. The frame and back are finished in a Golden Ash stain, and upholstery is available in any Palecek fabric or leather, in addition to the customer's own fabric. P.O. Box 225, Richmond, CA 94808; 800-274-7730; palecek.com. circle 871

Jan Jander Architecture + Design

Light diffuses through 7/8-inch solid teak slats as light rises from the concrete core of Ember lamps. Outdoor lamps use halogen light and the teak acquires a silver grey patina over time. Indoor lamps may use fluorescent light as well as halogen. Pieces stand 48 inches high. 321 South Sangamon Street, Suite 910, Chicago, IL 60607;205-218-3510; janjanderad.com. circle 875

McKinnon and Harris

Suitable for your family circus, the Spotswood Dining Table with Round Adams Big Top is constructed with powder-coated wrought aluminum. It is available in eighteen finishes, including Gloucester Gray, Atlantic Green, Virginia Pewter, and Lancaster Blue. 1806 Summit Avenue, Richmond, VA 23230; 804-358-2385; mckinnonharris.com. circle 874

Ralph Pucci

The Lehrecke Outdoor Collection is constructed with white oak, stainless steel connectors, and powder-coated aluminum fittings. Pillows are covered in sunbrella fabric. 44 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011; 212-633-0452; ralphpucci.com. circle 872

Forms + Surfaces

Day or night, the Knight bench is a classic and understated eco-friendly product. Its aluminum frame is made of 95% recycled content, and the beveled slats are made from Ipé, a hardwood purchased from suppliers whose forests are managed for long-term sustainability. Available backed and backless, in standard 6 foot and 8 foot lengths. 6395 Cindy Lane, Carpinteria, CA 93013; 800-451-0410; forms-surfaces.com. circle 873

Santa & Cole

Designed to resemble the head of an antique key, Key is a bicycle rack made by the Barcelona atelier Lagranja. It has a cast-iron base and a steel outline that is finished with polyurethane integral foam. Available in red or anthracite grey. Ameico, 1 Church Street, New Milford, CT 06776; 860-354-8765; ameico.com. circle 876

Perennials

With vibrant palates and patterns that evoke Hockney and Matisse, the Galbraith & Paul Collection of fabrics offers seven patterns and two coordinating solids in 26 colorways, including Sunflower in watermelon, Bubbles in Nantucket, Barnacle in Geranium Red, and Ripple in South Beach. The patterns all originated as block prints inspired by nature, and are guaranteed to be UV, mildew, and soil resistant. 140 Regal Row, Dallas, TX 75247; 888-322-4773; perennialsfabrics.com. circle 880

Neo Design

Rodrigo Vairinhos was selected to participate in a future furniture competition at the IMM Cologne where he presented his beechwood V.chair. The chair's simple construction makes it easy to reproduce and the bridge and tower composition of the legs provides stability, as well as a distinctive design. 26 Herdeckerstrasse, 58453 Witten, Germany; 49-2302-2027628; neo-studios.de. circle 877

Viking Range Corporation

Sometimes a grill just isn't enough. The Viking Outdoor wide side burner and range top gives you the freedom to cook dishes beyond grilling. Constructed of stainless steel, the burner and range provide the cook with ample space for a sous chef as well. It is 24 inches wide. 111 Front Street, Greenwood, MS 38930; 888-845-4641; vikingrange.com. circle 879

Woodard

Your summer book club will thank you—finish that novel on the South Shore day bed. Thanks to its all-seasons wicker construction and weathered ash weave color, losing yourself in a book was never more tempting.168 North Clinton, Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60661; 800-439-9594; woodard-furniture.com. circle 878

Summit Furniture

With the Summit Modular Lounge Seating, six different seating units can be configured to accommodate a giant fête or an intimate cup of coffee. Kipp Stewart's plantation teak collection features 13-inch high occasional tables in addition to a 63-inch wide corner unit. 5 Harris Court, Building W, Monterey, CA 93940;831-375-7811; summitfurniture.com. circle 881

Jane Hamley Wells

It's a breeze to picture yourself on the TT Lounger. Constructed of stainless steel and texilene fabric, the wheels behind the head of the lounger make it easy to move from storage to the pool or patio. Available in black, beige, white, and grey. 1512 North Hoyne Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622; 773-227-4988; janehamleywells.com. circle 885

Sutherland

One of five products in the Shadow Collection, the dining side chair is sturdy and classic. John Hutton's design has a teak frame offered in four finishes, including natural, weathered, clear sealer, and dark sealer, and is upholstered in Perennials Outdoor Fabric canvas weave. 168 Regal Row, Dallas, TX 75247; 800.717.8325; sutherlandteak.com. circle 882

Henry Hall Designs

Jean-Louis Guinochet evokes the luxurious splendor of the 1930's with his refined Sienna Stacking Chair. This addition to the Sienna collection of fifteen other products is made of hand-woven recyclable, tearproof, and UV resistant polyethylene over an aluminum powder-coated frame. 255 Kansas Street, Suite 310, San Francisco, CA 94103; 800-767-7738; henryhalldesigns.com. circle 883

Fuego

Fuego 01 revolutionizes the cookout. Constructed with teak, slate, and stainless steel surfaces, it is equipped with hidden swivel wheels, a modular storage system, and a slim lid that is easy to store within the unit. Its hybrid cooking system offers the options of gas, gas-fired infrared, and traditional charcoal grilling. 2277 Alameda Street, San Francisco, CA 94103; 415-558-7151; fuegoliving.com. circle 884