Outdoor Retreat
Inspired by an Indian Wigwam and constructed of anodized aluminum framing and plastic fabric, this Tipi and Piramide light set creates a luxurious alternative to the traditional camping tent. Made by Gandia Blasco, the Tipi comes with a mattress so it is prepared for a night in the great outdoors. It’s available through Garden Architects.
Garden Architects, Annapolis, MD; 410-267-1046
www.gardenarchitects.com
Transitional Upholstery
These sectional sofas are made from kiln-dried oak with reinforced blocked corners for extra durability and come in a variety of fabrics. Available at Fine Lines Furnishings, these pieces by Younger Furniture suit a city-living lifestyle.
Fine Lines Furnishings, Fairfax, VA; 703-906-1338
www.finelinesfurnishings.com
Stepping Stones
The stone pavement by Rinox, pictured here, can be customized for a variety of different applications. Rinox has also published a catalog of inspirations that will offer ideas for pavement projects, including driveways, pool decks, patios and more.
Rinox; 866-99-RINOX
www.rinoxpavers.com
Modern Lounging
This wicker outdoor set combines contemporary styling and durability. Its aluminum frame construction is both lightweight and durable. Made with polyethylene fibers that are weather resistant, this set can be used indoors or out.
Country Casual; 800-289-8325
www.countrycasual.com
Elemental View
This bronze-clad window is reminiscent of antique works by artisans of the past. With soldered exterior joints and thick metal cladding, it is part of the Cyprium Collection of windows and doors available through Loewen Windows.
Loewen Windows; 800-563-9367
www.loewen.com
Oval Chairs
This chaise is constructed from cast aluminum and Sunbrella fabric. The floating oval motif is present throughout Ilan Dei’s Tiburon Outdoor Furniture Collection from Terra.
Arbiter Ltd., Washington, DC; 202-479-4114
www.arbiterltd.com
Customized Fit
These shutters are manufactured using a patented steam injection process that makes the wood moisture–, rot– and termite– resistant. They are built on site and come with custom paint finishes so that any home will find its match.
Perfect Fit Shutters, Gaithersburg, MD; 301-762-4949
www.perfectfitshutters.com
Organization with Style
Clutters and messes become less of a problem with customized closets from California Closets. They are available in a number of configurations, finishes and styles to accommodate a wide variety of projects.
California Closets; 800-274-6754
www.californiaclosets.com
Keg Party
Old-fashioned kegs are a thing of the past. This outdoor beer dispenser provides refrigeration and can serve up to three different types of beer at once. Made by Kalamazoo, it is available through Garden Architects.
Garden Architects, Annapolis, MD; 410-267-1046
www.gardenarchitects.com
Backyard Movies
This 46-inch High-Definition television brings home entertainment to outdoor venues. With SunBrite TVs there is no need to
bring guests indoors just because the weather isn’t perfect. This all-weather LCD television is made to withstand outdoor climates ranging from rain and cold to extreme heat.
SunBriteTV; 866-357-8688
www.sunbritetv.com
Magic Carpet
This rug, entitled “Virtue,” is part of the Couture collection from Arzu Rugs. Meaning “hope” in Dari, Arzu is a not-for-profit organization that provides an income to impoverished Afghan women and provides them and their families access to health care and education.
Arzu Rugs; 312-321-8663
www.arzurugs.org
Vacation Prints
These water-themed prints of tropical locales use vibrant colors and crisp lines to invoke a sense of warmth and tranquility. These unique prints are made through the Giclé technique that uses saturated colors to create a more paint-like quality on the prints.
Harlan Editions; 410-535-4399
www.harlaneditions.com
