There was a brief spell of sunny weather a couple of days ago. Did you see it? Did you sit in it more to the point. It seems to have gone again now but, in the hope that it will return I found this the other day and wanted to show it to you. It’s…
365 Objects Of Design, In the garden, Volume II
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Objects of Design #75: Dedon Nestrest
14th May 2013AD / May contain affiliate links
Money no object? This is the chair I would have in my garden. A cross between a hammock and a hanging chair, this would be perfect to while away an afternoon in peace and quiet. It’s like a proper den for grown ups. And it’s big enough for two adults or four small children. outdoorchic.co.uk…
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Objects of Design #74: Regatta Chair
13th May 2013AD / May contain affiliate links
If you want really good garden furniture you do, I’m afraid, have to be prepared to pay for it. Now, I understand that in this country, where the weather can’t be relied on, it can feel wrong to spend indoor furniture prices on something that may only be used for a few weeks of the…
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Objects of Design #70: Tokyo Pop Chaise
9th May 2013AD / May contain affiliate links
Now I can see myself happily lounging on this on a summer afternoon in the garden. And in the winter, when everything looks a little forlorn, it is so sculpural that it will still look great. Imagine it in a snowy garden among the monochrome trees … on the other hand let’s not as we’ve…
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Objects of Design #65: Indian Ocean Nest of Tables
4th May 2013AD / May contain affiliate links
Nests of tables have tended to be regarded as a a little naff over the years, particularly the tall spindly ones, but, when you think about it, they’re a completely practical solution for gardens. This set from Indian Ocean, not only looks great, but each table will also double up as extra seating if preferred.…
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Objects Of Design #92: Vitra Vegetal Chair
31st May 2012AD / May contain affiliate links
These beautifully sculptural chairs from Heals, would work just as well round the kitchen table as outside, and, at this price you might prefer to do that. The design was inspired by 20th century historical gardens and is reminiscent of the skeleton of a leaf. Comes in this rather lovely mauve grey, as well as…
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Objects Of Design #84: Blooma Java Garden Set
23rd May 2012AD / May contain affiliate links
If you’re going to have a long lazy lunch, you’ve got to have comfortable chairs. These are perfect for dining and lounging with “just one more glass then” and as they are rattan-effect they are also weather resistant, which is turning out to be a rather vital requirement this year. It’s perfect for…
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Objects Of Design #82: Sunlounger
21st May 2012AD / May contain affiliate links
You can deck your garden with all the fancy furniture you want but when it comes to comfort and some sheer decadent lounging you can’t beat the old sunbed. Probably can’t beat this model on price either come to that. This purple one feels terribly 60s and Mad Men and is crying out…
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Objects Of Design #79: Cantilever Square Parasol
18th May 2012AD / May contain affiliate links
Eating outdoors is one of life’s all too rare pleasures. And if the weather continues like this it may become a thing of the past altogether. Anyway, assuming that summer will be bothered to put in an appearance at some point, it will only take five minutes before someone is complaining about being too…
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Objects Of Design #77: Flux Chair
16th May 2012AD / May contain affiliate links
If space is at a premium, either indoors or out, then these delightful chairs might just be the answer. Designed by Douwe Jacobs, they transform from a flat envelope with a handle into a chair. Yes, that’s right, chair. And it’s a pretty comfy one too. And before you ask it can take up…