Summer Makeover: Cool Furniture to Transform Your Outdoor Space

Say goodbye to “June gloom” and hello to these mood enhancers for your outdoor spaces. Turn up the style factor, no matter the temperature.

 

Dragnet Swing by Kenneth Cobonpue

Dragnet Swing by Kenneth Cobonpue

Inspired by the single motion of a fisherman throwing his net into the sea for the daily catch, this inventive lounger features a cocoon-shaped steel frame with an eye-catching mesh made from twisted polycotton. $5,220 at kennethcobonpue.com 

Plexi Wood Outdoor Dining Table by Antoine Fritsch & Vivien Durisotti for Roche Bobois

Plexi Wood Outdoor Dining Table by Antoine Fritsch & Vivien Durisotti

Arboreal and airy, this piece features a solid oak base, created by hand. The transparent top — made with Altuglass, a premium cast-acrylic with light-transmitting properties — is delicately engraved to resemble the veining of a cut log. Price upon request at roche-bobois.com

Evia Lounge by Galanter & Jones

Evia Lounge by Galanter & Jones

From the pioneering heated furniture company comes this refined two-seater to keep you warm in all seasons, thanks to energy efficient radiant heat. Features a powder coated stainless steel frame. $5,900 at galanterandjones.com

Ocean Master M1 Polynesian by Tuuci

Ocean Master M1 Polynesian by Tucci

This parasol’s performance features — double stitched ballistic fabric, joint reinforced ribs and corrosion-proof strength resin connector pieces — do all the heavy lifting, so you can focus on perfecting poolside lounging or beachfront relaxing. To the trade at dunkirksf.com and retail at tuuci.com and rh.com

Stool #4 by Hideki Takayama for Heath Ceramics

Stool #4 by Hideki Takayama for Heath Ceramics

Made by the self-taught sculptor in his home workshop located in a mountainous countryside outside of Tokyo, this exquisitely crafted stool is at once sculptural and functional. $1,400 at heathceramics.com


SPACES Gallery editor Lisa BoquirenLisa Boquiren is a Marin-based design and architecture writer who also consults on brand strategy for creative businesses. She has served on committees for the American Institute of Architects and has overseen rebranding initiatives at EHDD Architects and the San Francisco Design Center.