When deciding on a layout, assess the sunlight your deck gets throughout the day. This sofa from Smith & Hawken offers a cool spot in the shade of the surrounding trees.
Patioumbrella.com’s parfait-striped market umbrella provides the Abignon dining table and chairs from Smith & Hawken much-needed shade.
Tropical Retreat
When the weather turns balmy, we’d all love to pack up and head for the nearest palm-shaded beach. Why not create the feel of an island hideaway on your very own deck? We transformed this space into a lively tropical retreat, with plenty of well-appointed spots for leisurely dining, gathering or lounging around in the sunshine. The throw pillows and tabletop pieces accenting the stylish teak furniture literally say summer in sublime hues of aqua, sage and orange. There’s room for everyone, as well as for every activity: the dining table comfortably seats six for meals, and the adjacent lounging area offers a great spot for playing games or visiting with friends. A pair of armchairs tucked around the corner of the L-shaped deck offer enough privacy from the communal spaces for quiet chats.
Thanks to their thick, plush seat custions, Smith & Hawken’s Avignon Premium Teak armchairs and ottoman are high in style and comfort.
Reference: Kieran Juska (text) and Lynda Turner, Laurie Black (Photograps)
