LOKI FURNITURE blends cold steel with warm Mahogany to create richly functional, custom-designed pieces from its studio in Boston. Straight lines and 90-degree corners dominate, although the organic nature of wood is occasionally given preference. Our favorite piece is the Wine Table, which features a rough-edged Mahogany slab with an inset stainless steel wine tray; perfect for rustic retreats that demand a little helping of sophistication.
lokifurniture.com

WARM SUMMER NIGHTS constantly invite us to linger outside long after dusk (at least in the northern climes), so the Luau portable lamp is particularly timely. Lit by an LED, the abs/polycarbonate lantern can 6-10 hours on a single charge and is dimmable with a simple twist of the base. Includes stylish charging pod, rechargeable NiMH batteries, and our favorite–an integrated handle for easy carrying.
$249, vesselinc.com
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THE THIRTIES STILL HAVE PLENTY OF KICK, as demonstrated by Anton Lorenz’s classic LS 22 Couch. Doubling as a daybed or chaise lounge, LS 22 bears an uncanny resemblance to a snow sled but with significantly more comfort. Its frame is made from tubular steel and also features springy weatherproof mesh straps for support, making this applicable in both the living room and the backyard.
$4,548, enrichten-design.com

BASED ON A PAPER CLIP, we love Tom Dixon’s Wire Chair for its simple and sleek design. Following the lines of the chair is a journey in algebra; although perpendicularly-oriented lines reign supreme, the straightforward stainless steel strips give way to periodic, asymptotic dips at each leg, powder coated in white or chromed, each chair comes with a round, pressed-felt cushion and is outdoor friendly.
$680, nova68.com

WHEN EVEN LOUNGING IS TOO MUCH WORK consider Monica Graffeo’s Lazy Mary, designed to accommodate users with a distinct disdain for anything resembling work. This shoehorn-shaped lounge uses your body’s center of gravity to keep the seat balanced while rocking. The frame is crafted from injection molded resin and is covered by a gel coat to protect from the elements, allowing you to move this inside and out–just don’t expect anyone to get up and help.
660 €-1,200 € owo.it

LIKE A NAUTILUS SHELL the Lyaeus Chair surrounds the user in a cocoon-like embrace; this amounts to more of a self-enclosed room than a seat. Bentwood slats are spaced to allow limited sunlight to filter through the carapace while maintaining privacy. The earth-toned design is reflective of Lyaeus’ intended usage: as an outdoor chair ideally situated by swank poolsides or on posh rooftop lounges.
greenmeloninc.com

PARED DOWN TO THE BARE ESSENTIALS, the Deneb Teak Table is as elegant as it is svelte. Slim teak slats hover just above an even slimmer aluminum frame; the legs are cut in the shape of a V, which simultaneously minimizes bulk and increases stability. Particularly functional is its center slat; a version with a whole can be exchanged to accommodate an umbrella. The Table is at its best when paired with the complementary Deneb Teak Bench.
$1,398-$2,198, dwr.com

ELEVATE YOUR BACKYARD’S STYLE as well as your plants with CB2′s Stilt Planters. A handmade iron bowl with off-white epoxy finish perches on a stylish iron tripod stand (finished in gleaming silver). Each planter is handmade and modern but thankfully comes with mass-produced price tag.
$19.95-$39.95, cb2.com

AS SUMMER APPROACHES lounging moves from the realm of leisure to necessity (at least we’d like to believe). Fatboy’s Headdemock Hammock makes laziness hassle-free with its nylon/PVC construction which only needs to be wiped with a damp cloth to keep clean. No tree mounting either: the metal tube base is easy to assemble and made from sturdy steel.
$399, designpublic.com

WE FEATURED Jeanne Scandura’s Float Wave Chaise in a previous post; we’re just as enthralled by its slightly humbler cousin, the Float Wave Bench. Just like the Chaise, the Bench features graduated curves with a slight, but graceful dip in the center for added drama. Designed for both indoor and outdoor use.
$3,800, nova68.com

BACKYARD MINIMALISM reaches new heights with VITEO’s incredibly stylish Outdoor collection. In piece after piece, slim teak or larch slats are combined with sleekly shaped metal in what amounts to a beautiful union of the natural and manmade worlds. Based in wine-rich southeastern Austria, VITEO has been building outdoor furniture for over four years in conjunction with local craftspeople.
viteo.com
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SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE, West Elm’s Wood Deck tiles are the outdoor equivalent of indoor Flor tiles (previously featured here). Even better: these pieces require no assembly and can simply laid flat for quick and stylish wood decking. Our only point of contention is the exotic nyatoh wood; we just hope it’s plantation sourced.
$99, westelm.com