Whether it’s hearing loons call across the lake from a screened-in porch in rural Wisconsin, or watching Mardi Gras marching bands pass by from a gallery in the Garden District of New Orleans, covered porches are often the most hospitable and exciting room in the house, even if they’re outside. french quarter in new orleans. A gallery, or balcony, often graces an upper floor for a private privileged view of the street scenes below. No matter where you call home, here are a couple standard outdoor furnishings that make or break the outdoor porch. Porch vs Lanai vs Veranda: Breaking Down the Typ ..read more

Combing through the reading material on outdoor furniture can be overwhelming. With each company having its own distinct story, style, and product selection, it can be daunting to determine which line is best suited to meet your needs. Wouldn’t it be great to summarize in just a few short sentences what makes a particular luxury outdoor furniture brand unique? Just in time to make your summer reading list, we’ve written a few very short stories about 8 outdoor furniture and patio umbrella brands featured in the Curran Catalog. DEDON The Spirit of Place: a whimsical world where swingrest beck ..read more

Far from the glare of city lights, the warm glow of a crackling fire can keep the shadows at bay as day turns into night. From the grounds of a rustic mountain lodge to the back terrace of a summer residence, an outdoor fire pit has a commanding but comforting presence in the surrounding landscape.  Furnishing a fire pit with beautiful seating and creature comforts should be an expression of personal style and also complement the character of the site’s natural features. Here are a few landscaping and decorating principles to guide you toward creating the ultimate outdoor hearth. Mix Elem ..read more

Like a big wandering cloud that scoots in front of the sun, or a surprise dinner guest bearing bubbly, a patio umbrella provides instant relief and refreshment on a sweltering summer day. While wicker loungers by the pool or a rustic teak dining table might take center stage in your outdoor living area, modern shade solutions are designed to unfurl quietly and elegantly, year after year, providing adjustable all-day shade and protection from rain and wind. This guide is intended to orient you to all of the many styles, sizes, shapes, features, and components of commercial and residential patio ..read more

“For table delights. For big parties and festive occasions. For unforgettable moments and get-togethers...” One of the highlights of refined living is the country garden, a place where, by design, nothing ever changes very quickly. A place of repose and reunions, where natural beauty is cultivated, and people give expression to their souls through the careful curation of flower borders, fountains, and furniture that is built to last. Exquisite German Craftsmanship Headquartered near Hamburg in Germany, Garpa has been crafting outdoor furniture in the country garden tradition, for pri ..read more

Spirit of Place From a mysterious desert to the endless ocean, DEDON outdoor furniture collections exhibit dreamlike new worlds inspired by people, places, and stories collected under open skies. A glance through their 2023 Lookbook reveals the dramatic power of design to harmoniously interweave a comforting presence into our most personal and cherished moments. DEDON is a brand that needs no introduction. With over 30 years of industry leadership and representation in over 80 countries, the company is a recognized pioneer in design and material innovation. Their distinct design philosophy cel ..read more

Teak is one of the most treasured and durable materials for outdoor luxury furniture. Available in classic and modern styles, teak remains a go-to design element among contemporary manufacturers. This celebrated wood performs well in all environments and, with the right maintenance, can last a lifetime. Learn how to care for teak furniture so that you can protect your investment. Properties of Teak Teak is a deciduous hardwood tree from the highlands of Southeast Asia. It does not come from tropical rainforests. Teak wood has a naturally high oil content, which makes it both stable and resist ..read more

The Terrain 2021 has been anything but “business as usual” for the casual outdoor furniture market. The lingering effects of COVID lockdowns, and increased demand for all sorts of goods in North America specifically, have contributed to disruptions in the global shipping network and pressure on supply chains more broadly. Importing luxury furniture from overseas has become a costly proposition, both in terms of time, and expense. Container costs have doubled, as have lead times for delivery, and manufacturing outages have spiked costs for raw materials: furniture designers such as Mamagreen ha ..read more

It’s never too early to start thinking about summer living, especially with longer than usual lead times for popular outdoor furniture collections! Summer is that special time of year when many of us would rather be outdoors, soaking up the sun’s rays from our patios, gardens, and poolside lounges. We find energy and inspiration in the rich vibrant colors of summer, and we feel like the following four of our favorite colorful outdoor furniture collections will make you feel the same way. multi-functional: a cute side table, or remove the teak tabletop insert to reveal a hidden ice compartment ..read more

Casual chairs are the perfect addition to smaller outdoor spaces such as patios, terraces and gardens. Set up an area for relaxation or accommodate a small gathering by including occasional tables. Check out our curated selection of casual chairs to design your unique outdoor space. Cleo by Talenti Dansk by Gloster Vista by Gloster Round by Point The post Casual Chairs for Patios, Terraces and Gardens appeared first on Curran ..read more