35 Versatile Outdoor Seating Options
Stylish and functional offerings elevate the al fresco experience
Words by: Kathryn Greene + Alissa Ponchione
35 Versatile Outdoor Seating Options
Words by: Kathryn Greene + Alissa Ponchione
Stylish and functional offerings elevate the al fresco experience
Cannolè, designed by Anton Cristell and Emanuel Gargano for EmuAmericas, is a modular lounge collection that features a fully welded structure that is made up of galvanized steel tubes.
Cannolè, designed by Anton Cristell and Emanuel Gargano for EmuAmericas, is a modular lounge collection that features a fully welded structure that is made up of galvanized steel tubes.
From Barlow Tyrie, Cocoon is a contemporary range from international design house Astheimer that flaunts a curving back, teak legs, and hand-wound, all-weather chalk-colored rope.
From Barlow Tyrie, Cocoon is a contemporary range from international design house Astheimer that flaunts a curving back, teak legs, and hand-wound, all-weather chalk-colored rope.
Made from an aluminum frame with a woven technical fiber outer body, Point’s Heritage line by Mario Ruiz comprises sofas, armchairs, stools, side tables, dining tables, sun loungers, and daybeds.
Made from an aluminum frame with a woven technical fiber outer body, Point’s Heritage line by Mario Ruiz comprises sofas, armchairs, stools, side tables, dining tables, sun loungers, and daybeds.
Designed by Alexa Hampton and inspired by wicker looms and the northern Italian coast, the San Michele chaise lounge from Woodard is clad in an all-weather marron weave with stylized Greek key borders.
Designed by Alexa Hampton and inspired by wicker looms and the northern Italian coast, the San Michele chaise lounge from Woodard is clad in an all-weather marron weave with stylized Greek key borders.
The Monaco chair from Sutherland Furniture is crafted from recycled ocean materials and features three colorways—terracotta, beachstone, and nightfall (shown)—that mix with a seat and back in teak, polymer, or Perennials fabric cushions.
The Monaco chair from Sutherland Furniture is crafted from recycled ocean materials and features three colorways—terracotta, beachstone, and nightfall (shown)—that mix with a seat and back in teak, polymer, or Perennials fabric cushions.
A bold architectural sensibility defines Cape Town by Jan te Lintelo for RH. The collection’s relaxed profile is designed for ultra-comfortable lounging, while angular arms and a wedge back strike a sculptural pose.
A bold architectural sensibility defines Cape Town by Jan te Lintelo for RH. The collection’s relaxed profile is designed for ultra-comfortable lounging, while angular arms and a wedge back strike a sculptural pose.
Shown in a sunset orange upholstery, the French Braid hanging chair by Sasha Bikoff for Walters boasts a braided perimeter that surrounds the curved edges of the frames.
Shown in a sunset orange upholstery, the French Braid hanging chair by Sasha Bikoff for Walters boasts a braided perimeter that surrounds the curved edges of the frames.
Designed by Sebastian Herkner for Emuamericas, the Twins collection includes chairs and sofas, and comprises two versions: one made of teak, the other a mix of teak and aluminum.
Designed by Sebastian Herkner for Emuamericas, the Twins collection includes chairs and sofas, and comprises two versions: one made of teak, the other a mix of teak and aluminum.
Bernhardt Hospitality’s Origami chair evokes the paper art form with a geometric silhouette of powdercoated stainless steel wrapped in all-weather wicker. Plush seat, back, and lumbar cushions of high resiliency foam are upholstered in graphite or gray fabric.
Bernhardt Hospitality’s Origami chair evokes the paper art form with a geometric silhouette of powdercoated stainless steel wrapped in all-weather wicker. Plush seat, back, and lumbar cushions of high resiliency foam are upholstered in graphite or gray fabric.
Designers Fred Frety and Daniel Pouzet drew inspiration from the woven construction and safety of bird’s nests for DEDON’s NESTREST, which combines the soft cushioning of an outdoor sofa with the gentle sway of a hammock in a suspended structure.
Designers Fred Frety and Daniel Pouzet drew inspiration from the woven construction and safety of bird’s nests for DEDON’s NESTREST, which combines the soft cushioning of an outdoor sofa with the gentle sway of a hammock in a suspended structure.
JANUS et Cie’s Matisse Teak Sofa 2 Seat pairs a boxy natural teak wood frame with cushions upholstered in 100 percent recyclable polypropylene fabric.
JANUS et Cie’s Matisse Teak Sofa 2 Seat pairs a boxy natural teak wood frame with cushions upholstered in 100 percent recyclable polypropylene fabric.
Spanning tables, sofas, and seats, designer Luca Nichetto’s Bloom modular seating system for Sandler offers many durable configurations, constructed of galvanized steel and anodized aluminum.
Spanning tables, sofas, and seats, designer Luca Nichetto’s Bloom modular seating system for Sandler offers many durable configurations, constructed of galvanized steel and anodized aluminum.
Designer Todd Bracher drew inspiration from agoras, public meeting spaces in ancient Greece, for Gandiablasco’s MASS. Comprising five pieces with aluminum structures and iroko wood legs, low backs create open sightlines while inviting opportunities for connection.
Designer Todd Bracher drew inspiration from agoras, public meeting spaces in ancient Greece, for Gandiablasco’s MASS. Comprising five pieces with aluminum structures and iroko wood legs, low backs create open sightlines while inviting opportunities for connection.
The Plumon dining armchair—named after the Spanish word for fluff—by Patricia Urquiola for Kettal is inspired by clothing and the art of dressing. Each piece stars a wooden frame with ribbed cushions fastened with attachments, delivering comfort in dramatic style.
The Plumon dining armchair—named after the Spanish word for fluff—by Patricia Urquiola for Kettal is inspired by clothing and the art of dressing. Each piece stars a wooden frame with ribbed cushions fastened with attachments, delivering comfort in dramatic style.
Designers Harrison and Nicholas Condos took cues from midcentury design for RH’s Oslo. Quick-dry reticulated foam fills the curved silhouette, resting on a base of weathered or natural teak.
Designers Harrison and Nicholas Condos took cues from midcentury design for RH’s Oslo. Quick-dry reticulated foam fills the curved silhouette, resting on a base of weathered or natural teak.
Nardi’s Doga stool is made of recyclable, fiberglass- and UV additive-reinforced polypropylene. Shown in Menta, Agave, and Pera, the chair also comes in five other bold, matte colors.
Nardi’s Doga stool is made of recyclable, fiberglass- and UV additive-reinforced polypropylene. Shown in Menta, Agave, and Pera, the chair also comes in five other bold, matte colors.
For Room & Board’s newest iteration of its classic Yamba chair, the company turned to Rewilder, a Los Angeles-based company that repurposes discarded textiles. In this case, upcycled airbags are transformed into the lounge chair, bolstered with tear-resistant nylon liner and filled with polystyrene beads for comfort.
For Room & Board’s newest iteration of its classic Yamba chair, the company turned to Rewilder, a Los Angeles-based company that repurposes discarded textiles. In this case, upcycled airbags are transformed into the lounge chair, bolstered with tear-resistant nylon liner and filled with polystyrene beads for comfort.
An expansion of Bellini Modern Living’s contract-grade outdoor furniture line, the Italian-made Aria chair has a sinuous silhouette constructed of metal finished with Qualicoat thermosetting powder for durability.
An expansion of Bellini Modern Living’s contract-grade outdoor furniture line, the Italian-made Aria chair has a sinuous silhouette constructed of metal finished with Qualicoat thermosetting powder for durability.
For Cassina’s Sail Out sofa, designer Rodolfo Dordoni devised three interchangeable seating modules with memory foam bases and single banded cushions with stitching and removable padding. The low-slung profile is adorned with a base and end table of natural teak.
For Cassina’s Sail Out sofa, designer Rodolfo Dordoni devised three interchangeable seating modules with memory foam bases and single banded cushions with stitching and removable padding. The low-slung profile is adorned with a base and end table of natural teak.
Part of Ethimo’s Grand Life range, the sunbed features a UV- and scratch-resistant synthetic weave detail as well as a storage area within its teak frame.
Part of Ethimo’s Grand Life range, the sunbed features a UV- and scratch-resistant synthetic weave detail as well as a storage area within its teak frame.
For Philippe Starck’s Serengeti line for JANUS et Cie, the designer drew inspiration from the plains of Africa. The lounge chair, for instance, features visible peg joinery on the low-profile sanded teak frame and a polyvinyl mesh seat.
For Philippe Starck’s Serengeti line for JANUS et Cie, the designer drew inspiration from the plains of Africa. The lounge chair, for instance, features visible peg joinery on the low-profile sanded teak frame and a polyvinyl mesh seat.
Clodagh infused her signature sense of tranquility into the 40-piece More Comfort collection for Walters. Spanning ottomans, armchairs, sofas, and more, each piece is designed for comfort and easy cleaning.
Clodagh infused her signature sense of tranquility into the 40-piece More Comfort collection for Walters. Spanning ottomans, armchairs, sofas, and more, each piece is designed for comfort and easy cleaning.
Ibiza from OutDesign Group pairs powdercoated aluminum frames with a decorative woven PVC rope and seat cushions that can be upholstered in a variety of finishes and fabrics.
Ibiza from OutDesign Group pairs powdercoated aluminum frames with a decorative woven PVC rope and seat cushions that can be upholstered in a variety of finishes and fabrics.
POINT’s Origin collection finds beauty in simplicity and clean lines. The powdercoated frame is available in cream or gray, and completed with an aluminum or porcelain top.
POINT’s Origin collection finds beauty in simplicity and clean lines. The powdercoated frame is available in cream or gray, and completed with an aluminum or porcelain top.
Designed by Kensaku Oshiro, GAN’s classic GRAPY lounge chair gets an update for the outdoors with UV- and water-resistant Sunbrella and Jover Decó fabrics while retaining its oversized silhouette.
Designed by Kensaku Oshiro, GAN’s classic GRAPY lounge chair gets an update for the outdoors with UV- and water-resistant Sunbrella and Jover Decó fabrics while retaining its oversized silhouette.
The Alexa sun lounger, Akula Living’s take on classic poolside seating, comes in lava or white and is foldable and stackable for easy portability.
The Alexa sun lounger, Akula Living’s take on classic poolside seating, comes in lava or white and is foldable and stackable for easy portability.
Modeled after Malaysian cane papasan chairs from the 1950s, Haldane’s Papa Sun Lounger resists weather and heat with Sunbrella fabric-wrapped cushions nestled within a stainless-steel tube frame.
Modeled after Malaysian cane papasan chairs from the 1950s, Haldane’s Papa Sun Lounger resists weather and heat with Sunbrella fabric-wrapped cushions nestled within a stainless-steel tube frame.
Resembling the lattices of a garden trellis, CabanaCoast’s Trellis Deep Seating weaves Zinc SOL Rope onto a white Tiger Drylac-coated aluminum frame for functional yet stylish detailing.
Resembling the lattices of a garden trellis, CabanaCoast’s Trellis Deep Seating weaves Zinc SOL Rope onto a white Tiger Drylac-coated aluminum frame for functional yet stylish detailing.
The steel, mesh, and wicker frame of Paulduan Creations’ Como chair features two layers of powdercoating and a protective e-coating for rust resistance. Offered in silver gray or white, the in-stock furniture ships within five days.
The steel, mesh, and wicker frame of Paulduan Creations’ Como chair features two layers of powdercoating and a protective e-coating for rust resistance. Offered in silver gray or white, the in-stock furniture ships within five days.
Slim silhouettes characterize designer Christopher Pillet’s Long Island collection for POINT. The modular pieces star a powdercoated aluminum frame with adjustable legs and polyurethane foam cushions held in place by a slatted suspension.
Slim silhouettes characterize designer Christopher Pillet’s Long Island collection for POINT. The modular pieces star a powdercoated aluminum frame with adjustable legs and polyurethane foam cushions held in place by a slatted suspension.
Galvanized wire forms the fluted frame of iSiMAR’s Bolonia pouf, cradling a cushion wrapped in 100 percent dyed acrylic fabric that is UV and water resistant. A range of shades can be mixed and matched.
Galvanized wire forms the fluted frame of iSiMAR’s Bolonia pouf, cradling a cushion wrapped in 100 percent dyed acrylic fabric that is UV and water resistant. A range of shades can be mixed and matched.
The Fiore stackable armchair from JANUS et Cie boasts a sturdy aluminum frame with criss-cross detailing on the backrest and a polyvinyl mesh seat.
The Fiore stackable armchair from JANUS et Cie boasts a sturdy aluminum frame with criss-cross detailing on the backrest and a polyvinyl mesh seat.
With a curved silhouette recalling classic rattan furniture, Woodard’s Cane creates a more durable version with an extruded aluminum construction and powdercoated finish.
With a curved silhouette recalling classic rattan furniture, Woodard’s Cane creates a more durable version with an extruded aluminum construction and powdercoated finish.
Double bar arms, arched angled legs, and vented cushions stuffed with reticulated foam are the hallmarks of Tropitone’s KOR collection, which comprises armchairs, sofas, and an ottoman.
Double bar arms, arched angled legs, and vented cushions stuffed with reticulated foam are the hallmarks of Tropitone’s KOR collection, which comprises armchairs, sofas, and an ottoman.
Lineas from Ratana is characterized by triple-weave Durarope across the backrest. Paired with a monochromatic aluminum frame with a hand-brushed finish, the collection is UV- and weather-resistant.
Lineas from Ratana is characterized by triple-weave Durarope across the backrest. Paired with a monochromatic aluminum frame with a hand-brushed finish, the collection is UV- and weather-resistant.