Any backyard space is suitable for a lively entertaining area, fine outdoor dining, or a mixture of fun and fashionable decorative elements. Decks for small yards aren’t limited by their size — you simply have to be more selective with your vision and choose one to two functions for your deck. Follow our guide and bring your outdoor space to life with our backyard deck … Continue reading Deck Ideas for Small Yards
A bench may be the logical choice for garden-side seating, and a rocking chair will complete a picturesque front porch. But for unrivaled comfort and relaxation, few styles can match the casual elegance of a chaise lounge. Good furniture is an investment that will last for years, so it’s a good idea to be selective when choosing a chaise lounge. This may seem daunting since … Continue reading The Complete Guide to Buying an Outdoor Chaise Lounge
They’re popular both as interior furniture or at the poolside. The chaise lounge — or, what the French more accurately termed “chaise longue,” translated as “long chair” — has an exceedingly long history that spans much farther than the chair’s length. Over the centuries it’s had many names and taken on many forms — chaise, daybed, divan, settee, recamier, kline, meridienne, fainting couch, deck chair, … Continue reading The Chaise: A Long History
