SHARP Finds: Build the Perfect Patio With This Luxury Outdoor Furniture
Summer is only a couple weeks away, but we’re already feeling the heat. There’s nothing better on those hot summer nights than sitting on your (decked out) patio, enjoying a fire, having a drink or two, and just putting your feet up. While sitting outside and enjoying the fresh air might be enough for some, having a luxurious setup right outside your door sure sounds pretty heavenly. Whether you just want to take a load off after work and hangout on a sofa or daybed, or you’re having guests over and want to enjoy a nice meal (cooked outdoors) at your brand-new dining set, we’re here to help you bling out your back porch the best way we know how — with some epic and ultra-opulent patio furniture.
The Couch: RoveConcepts Mika Outdoor Sectional Sofa
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Whether you’re in need of a quick cat nap, or want to have a post-work drink with a pal, a sectional outdoor sofa is a must — if you’re lucky enough to have the space. This one from RoveConcepts can be custom-made in the colour of outdoor fabric you fancy, and you can also choose the orientation of the chaise to suit your preference. ($3,750)
The Lounge Chair: Flexform Hamptons Chaise Longue/Daybed
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Perfect for outdoor living, the stylish Hamptons daybed designed by Antonio Citterio, sits on aluminum feet to protect its sturdy wood structure from direct contact with the ground. The wood base comes in a variety of finishes, topped with generously padded cushions which are just as comfortable as they are good-looking. (Price on request)
The Dining Set: RH Outdoor Ellise Concrete Dining Collection
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Your patio or backyard is not complete without a luxury dining set and this one from RH fits the bill. Echoing postmodern architecture, the dining table options are crafted from concrete while the chairs are made from handcrafted aluminum frames wrapped in resin. The earthy tones make this otherwise very elevated set a little more relaxed. (Dining armchair from $1,350, oval dining table from $12,295, and round dining table from $10,195)
The Pizza Oven: Gozney Pizza Oven
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Make hosting — and boring weeknight dinners — a little more fun with this counter top pizza oven from Gozney. The “Dome” pizza oven comes in two colours (bone or olive) and an option of “wood” or “dual fuel” based on your cooking preferences. You can roast, smoke, steam, or bake with this extremely versatile, and good-looking, outdoor oven. (From $1,800)
The Daybed: Casualife Outdoor Living Shade Daybed
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With tons of fabric and colour options to choose from, this Shade Daybed can be customized to your liking. A perfect place to lounge and since its shaded, you don’t have to worry (too much) about falling asleep in the sun and getting burnt. Additionally, the woven risen has been tested to stand up to UV as well as our unpredictable hot and cold Canadian climate. Time to relax. (9,345)
The Side Table: Flexform Fly Outdoor table
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Where are you supposed to set down your glass of wine or cocktail if not for a side table? This version is where functionality and practicality meet sleek design. The Fly Outdoor table can even be customized to your taste — a variety of colours, types of stone suitable for outdoor use, and even different shapes. (Price on request)
The Umbrella: CB2 Shadow Round Cobalt Umbrella
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Chicago-based fashion designer Azeeza doesn’t shy away from colour and this modern shade in her signature cobalt blue hue is the perfect thing to pop open on a hot day on your newly refreshed patio. We’re all about neutrals and earthy tones but there’s something about this pop of colour that adds some nice pizzazz. ($900)
The Grill: NewAge Products Outdoor Kitchen Stainless Steel Platinum Grill
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Choose from natural gas or propane with this sleek and stainless steel grill from NewAge. A must-have to complete your outdoor area, so why not invest in one that will look good and not just cook well? We call that a win-win. (Sale price: $2,050)
The Rug: Flexform Dakota Rug Collection
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If you’re looking to cozy up your outdoor space there’s no better way than with a rug and the Italian hand-sewn Dakota Rug from Flexform is a smart choice. Its elegant pleated structure (made from polyolefin fiber) is not only aesthetically pleasing but it is permeable and breathable, allowing for use in outdoor spaces such as porches, patios, and terraces without the risk of getting ruined. Choose from a range of colours that best suit your space. (Price on request)
The Fire Pit: Jardin De Ville Bravo Fire Pit
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Tie your whole outdoor atmosphere together with a stylish fire pit which happens to be stunning but will double as a welcome heat source for those cooler summer nights. You’ll no longer have to choose between being cold or hanging inside now that you can keep warm by these beautiful flames atop lava stones, all night — and season — long. (From $2,995)
