GETAWAY ON THE BAY Opened in October 2015, The Inn at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club combines rustic charm and modern chic for a blissful getaway or special event. Situated just over the Bay Bridge in Stevensville, Maryland, the inn houses 54 guest rooms and suites—including the Bay Bridge Suite. All boast custom furnishings and views of the nearby bay. Guests enjoy fine dining at Knoxie’s Table, where chef Paul Shiley serves up local, seasonal fare, while The Market offers specialty foods and a café menu. A full-service spa will open May 1. Rooms start at $176 per night. baybeachclub.com/the-inn
A PIECE OF HISTORY Participants in the 2016 Maryland House & Garden Pilgrimage can visit properties with historic and architectural significance in five Maryland counties surrounding the Chesapeake Bay. The self-guided tours take place from April 30 through May 28 and will explore gems such as Harleigh (left), a 19th-century abode overlooking Trippe Creek; and Cedar Point Farm (below), a 30-acre estate dating back to 1666. mhgp.org
Sleek Seating BoConcept’s Adelaide dining collection imparts modern flair both indoors and out. The chairs—with or without arms—pair eucalyptus legs with polypropylene seats; the tabletop is a laminated white or gray surface. Available at BoConcept in Georgetown, the collection includes an occasional table. boconcept.com/en-us
Bird's Nest Inspired by the intricate design of a bird’s nest, Daniel Pouzet and Fred Frety’s Nestrest for DEDON is a hanging lounger made of white or natural woven fibers with a lightweight aluminum frame. Interior cushions come in a range of colorful fabrics. dedon.de/en
Game Time Get in the game with JANUS et Cie’s outdoor Ping Pong Table, which boasts a sturdy, marine-grade stainless-steel frame and an olive-hued, high-pressure resin top. Equipped with two paddles, six balls and a protective cover, it’s part of the Exterior Accessories Collection, available at the Georgetown showroom. janusetcie.com
Lounge in Comfort A hand-built teak frame and durable Sunbrella Sail Salt fabric combine in the Bal Harbour Outdoor Sectional from Arhaus. The three-piece design can be adapted to any space; deep seats make for hours of comfortable lounging. At area locations. arhaus.com
Award Winner Danish designer Henrik Pederson created Gloster’s 2015 Red Dot award-winning Grid collection, which features complementary units that join to form a modular seating system. Teak tabletops, powder-coated aluminum frames and upholstered cushions are part of the mix; components are available individually. gloster.com
Pillow Talk Classical Chinese artwork inspired Williams-Sonoma’s Outdoor Printed Jungle Pillow, which coordinates with the Solid, Geo Printed and Printed Graphic Links pillows, adding vivid color to your outdoor space. Made of spun polyester with fast-drying polyfill for exterior use, the pillows measure 22 inches square. williams-sonoma.com
Paving the Way Architectural Ceramics’ versatile, easy-maintenance Garden 2cm pavers are made of frost- and skid-resistant porcelain with the look of wood or slate. They can be installed on grass, gravel, dirt, sand, terraces and roofs without grout or adhesives and can hold up to 2,000 pounds. architecturalceramics.com
Sea Life Colorful deep-sea creatures adorn the white melamine Playa Sea Critter platter from Pottery Barn. Dishwasher-safe and intended for outdoor use, the graphic, brightly hued collection also includes a set of four salad plates, a rectangular platter and a table runner. potterybarn.com
Modern Edge Park Place, a line of outdoor seating with a modern edge, recently debuted as part of Pride Family Brands’ Castelle Collection. Sofas, lounge chairs and sectionals boast deep, comfortable seats while dining chairs are designed in a sling-back style. Available at Home Escapes’ new Herndon showroom. homeescapes.com
Al Fresco Viewing Rif6’s Cube is a two-inch-square, HDMI-compatible projector that can conjure an entire home theater—inside or out. Connected to a smart device, it projects a 120-inch display and contains an LED light and built-in speakers. Comes with a convenient tripod, remote control, charger and cables. rif6.com
Off the Wall The Graphix double-sided retaining wall by Techo-Bloc is made of a stone-and-concrete composite but looks like a traditional stone wall. A surface of varying depths, smooth and chiseled textures and a unique installation process create its three-dimensional visual effect. techo-bloc.com
Super Spa Designed in collaboration with BMW Group DesignworksUSA, Hot Springs’ Highlife Collection NXT spas boast curved, molded outside corners for a modern look. The tub features two massage jets, a wireless remote and multiple layers of insulation. Available through AQUA Pools & Spas in Easton, Maryland. aqua74.com
Marvelous Marble Conceived by Stefan Gulassa for Sutherland, the C Table makes a streamlined, organic statement in any outdoor space. Though measuring only 18 inches high and 12 inches deep, it weighs in at 182 pounds. Available in solid Nero Marquina or Cararra marble. sutherlandfurniture.com
Turkish Delight Made in Turkey in the style of traditional Turkish towels, Fouta beach towels by Serena & Lily are woven with smooth cotton on one side and looped cotton terry on the other. Generously sized at 40-by-70 inches, they sport cheerful stripes and tassels on each end. serenaandlily.com
Portable Perch The portable Tred Avon Lounger by Easton-based Chesapeake Teak is a sturdy yet lightweight sling chair made from high-grade, plantation-grown, ecologically harvested teak. Finished with colorful Sunbrella fabric and marine-grade stainless-steel fasteners, it’s a comfortable addition to your outdoor space. chesapeaketeak.com
