Friday, September 25th, 2009
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I like the response on outdoor stuff. Well, I thought I almost covered it all on outdoor seating and outdoor clubchairs, but then I knew there is more to it(call it intuition). More of the history, the old Victorian leather club chairs were cute button-backed things, buddies with the Chesterfield sofas. Historically, leather was more of the club chair upholstery, considered gentleman’s furnishing material. From then to now, well we don’t cling so much to leather….
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As to the modern outdoor furniture version, must say the Luma Contemporary has got the appeal. The broad seat and back are comfortable in cozy fabric (not leather), and the anodized aluminium looks perffffect for outdoors. But what I really like is the delicate balance of function and aesthetics. The ITTO and IBAMA certified material would make a practical choice for most quality conscious buyers. The polyboard surface in grey is good against all the colors, but I personally prefer frost grey for its neutral ness….i think it’s a cool club chair…
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The Luma Modern sofa is the big brother of the Luma Contemporary. The three seater is chic enough to have indoors and outdoor (though I think moving now and then wont be a great idea), but I think it is cozy enough to stay indoors. The colors are all great n all….and the fabric upholstery makes it all the more viable…
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Luxury seating segment of furniture can’t be complete without Ottomans. These multi-utility furniture pieces easily fit into many a space to prove its credentials. One of my favorites is again a Luma collection—the Luma Modern Ottoman. For its sheer minimalist design and modern looks, I fancy having one for my home, just like that…I guess, it comes in four sizes. I quite like the fabric upholstery…leather is common…
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Outdoor Ottomans, Lounge Chair Patio, Contemporary Furniture
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Thursday, September 24th, 2009
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No wonder all this outdoor furniture posts boiled down to— what about chaises and loungers!”. Yes, well.. how can I not look into it friends! After all most outdoors would look bare without outdoor chaise loungers. Relaxing on one of these beauties on a lazy afternoon with a book in hand is one of my favorite pastime….(often found asleep sun basking)…
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Ok. On modern chaise designs and those designer outdoor chaises that look like picture perfect things till you glance at the price tag. Well, you need not shell off so much to earn luxury anymore. I have come across two great chaise designs that almost had me rethink about changing my own…
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The Athens Double Chaise is great for couples. And they are sturdy things too. Made with extruded and hand cast aluminum, the result is completely casual and relaxing unit. The metal needs some routine cleaning, but I like to save on it for long time by covering it. The fabric cushions are good too….now what I do like is the great design and flow of vertical lines…and the casters make moving around easy.
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For single seaters, check out the Athens Single Chaise Lounge. Everything is the same except the price (should be…yeah). The mounted armrests are fine. …and the bronze finish looks fine too. Yes, I do like the duo…. they are stylish yet simple—simple yet bestowed with elegance. A must check
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Outdoor Ottomans, Outdoor Metal Chair, Contemporary Furniture
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Thursday, September 24th, 2009
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There is a string of patio stuff that seems to have caught the imagination. I know you guys are curious about outdoor sofa / deep seating, deep seating outdoor furniture, wicker furniture and garden furniture. I have covered wicker and other deep seaters, rest will follow up. Well, better things early off; I like all your comments on the chaises, sofas and club chairs, all you guys.
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On more settees in the patio segment, lets go about a frenzy over some really typical designs on patio sofa, such as the Victoria armchair and ottoman. The teak wood construction with mortise and tenon joinery reminds me of the classic shape in a new bold remodel. Teak is one of my favorites after wicker when it comes to outdoor furniture. It is naturally resistant to weathering, and what I like is the comfy sunbrella cushions in quite some range of colors. I think makes a decent all-round design outdoors…
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Coming back to the theme, the extension of Victoria is the this deep seating settee…..I think it makes a great set, all of it. I like the Henna color, for something different, you could contrast it up in another earth tone, like the bay brown or camel. But I think it makes a great statement in the gardens, in a single tone, do make sure you tone it up well with a fine looking wood table….
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On modern designs in wood (after classics), I suggest the Ciera 2-seater. Uses combination material—teak, wicker and aluminium frame, together they speak of durability. What I like is the cozy two-seater design that looks quite romantic to me….
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Outdoor Barstools, Outdoor Ottomans, Contemporary Furniture
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